What Are the Causes of Male Bladder Infections?

Bladder infections are a type of urinary disorder caused by bacteria such as E. Coli gaining access to the bladder; in men, they can have several different causes and symptoms.

External Infection

If bacteria gains access to a man's urethra, it can lead to a urinary tract infection (that can spread to the bladder; unprotected sex and poor hygiene are common causes of UTIs.

Internal Causes

Bladder infections in men can result from pressure cause by an enlarged prostate, kidney problems like kidney stones, or surgery.

Symptoms

Bladder infections are likely to cause urinary symptoms such as frequently feeling the need to urinate, pain or burning during urination and discolored urine.

Diagnosis

Bladder infections can be diagnosed though urine and blood tests; getting infections diagnosed early is important to prevent the spread of bacteria to the kidneys.

Treatment

Bladder infections can usually be treated effectively with antibiotics; UTIs can be stopped with antibiotics before bacteria spreads to the bladder if they are caught early.

References

• Info on bladder infection in men
• Info on UTIs