Prostadynia, also known as prostatodynia or PD, technically is not a true form of prostatitis. It is included among these disorders of the prostate because its symptoms and their treatment are similar to those of nonbacterial prostatitis (NBP).

• Causes

• What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

• How is this condition diagnosed?

• What are the treatments?

Causes

No one knows what causes PD. Researchers have noted it is usually found in men with "Type A" personalities in high-stress situations, suggesting it may be some form of systemic response to environmental conditions.

What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

Pain in the pelvis or perineum (the area between the scrotum and the anus).

How is this condition diagnosed?

Like NBP, a diagnosis of PD usually is made after other forms of prostatitis have been ruled out. Patients with PD exhibit no bacteria in cultures or urine, similar to those with NBP. Unlike NBP or CBP, however, patients with prostadynia typically show an absence of elevated white blood cells in their urine samples and cultures.

What are the treatments?

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