Following the innate immune response, which includes phagocytosis and the release of cytokines, the expression of MHC Class II molecules on macrophages are up regulated to function as antigen presenting cells to promote the antigen- specific or adaptive immune response. 2. Natural Killer Cells
The mainstay in the treatment of chronic bacterial prostatitis (CBP) is the use of oral antimicrobial agents. The most effective medications are fluoroquinolones and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMZ). All other oral agents are unlikely to eradicate the infection. Relapse is not uncommon.
See your GP if you have these symptoms. Prostatitis can be treated using a combination of painkillers and a type of medication known as an alpha-blocker, which can help to relax the muscles of the prostate and bladder neck. Medication that shrinks the prostate gland may also be helpful.