The word "prostatitic" is spelled with the prefix "prostat-" meaning "pertaining to the prostate gland" and the suffix "-itic" meaning "inflammation". The correct pronunciation according to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is /prɒstəˈtɪtɪk/. This word is commonly used in medical terminology to describe an inflammatory condition of the prostate gland. Proper spelling of medical terms is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment of medical illnesses.
Relating to prostatitis.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.