Prostatitis in men is an inflammation of the prostate gland, which can be caused by a variety of reasons, from hypothermia and a sedentary lifestyle to infectious diseases. There are two main types, the symptoms of which are not the same: acute and chronic.
Acute prostatitis
Acute prostatitis is accompanied by the following symptoms:
- temperature increase;
- severe pain in the perineum, groin and above the pubis.
- frequent and painful urination;
- discomfort after intercourse;
- erectile dysfunction.
Chronic prostatitis
Men with chronic prostatitis may have no symptoms, with the exception of erection problems. Most men tend to attribute erectile dysfunction and the occurrence of discomfort during and after intercourse to anything. They attribute fatigue, increased physical activity, etc. to the causes of their problems, but not to illness, and they are in no hurry to see a doctor. But the more neglected the case, the more difficult it is to cure the disease. Therefore, it is extremely important to visit a doctor from time to time for a preventive examination.
Chronic prostatitis symptoms:
- irregular and quickly passing pain in the perineum, groin and above the pubis;
- decreased libido;
- fast ejaculation or, on the contrary, lengthening of sexual intercourse;
- decrease in the brightness of orgasm;
- discharge from the urethra;
- increased fatigue.
It is not necessary that all of these signs be present at once. Different patients may have different manifestations of the disease.
Correct treatment of prostatitis consists not only in eliminating the symptoms, but also in eliminating the causes that caused the disease. Treatment of acute prostatitis, as well as chronic, must certainly begin with a thorough diagnosis of the body.
Causes and signs of prostatitis
Almost 50% of men over 30 years old have some signs of the disease. The prevalence of this disease is due to the fact that it can be caused not only by a bacterial infection, but also by stagnation of blood in the pelvic organs, which is caused by:
- sedentary lifestyle and, in particular, sedentary work;
- prolonged sexual abstinence;
- stress, psychological and physical overload, etc . ;
- malnutrition;
- bad ecology;
- hypothermia;
- bad habits;
- too tight underwear.
Thus, the cause of prostatitis can be simply an everyday lifestyle. To revise which, frankly, is not so difficult.
The best prevention of prostatitis is a healthy lifestyle
In order to avoid the appearance of signs of prostatitis, it is enough just:
- to begindress warmer;
- to stopabuse alcohol and smoking;
- to begineat right(this does not mean that you need to limit yourself in anything - on the contrary, you need a balanced three meals a day, containing a wide range of tastes and consisting of proteins, fats and carbohydrates);
- introduce into your rhythm of life at leastminimal physical activity(It is enough to do a few simple exercises in the morning or in the evening).
All these measures are not only the prevention of prostatitis. They will help to eliminate the causes of this disease and will contribute to the overall improvement of the body's condition.
You will be surprised to feel how fatigue decreases, irritability and bad mood go away, how the body's resistance to viruses and infections increases.
Diagnostics of the prostatitis
In the arsenal of modern doctors - a wide range of diagnostic methods that can identify this disease.
Diagnosis of a disease begins with the same methods with which the diagnosis of almost any disease begins. This is a general clinical and biochemical blood test, a blood test for HIV, RW and hepatitis markers, as well as urine tests and a study for the presence of infectious diseases.
Research types
Special methods for detecting the disease include:
- study of the secretion of the prostate gland;
- blood test for prostate specific antigen (PSA);
- biopsy of the prostate (if indicated) to exclude prostate cancer.
One of the most effective classical methods is digital examination of the prostate gland. The effectiveness of this method is such that it allows you to identify not only the given disease, he and a number of other diseases of the prostate gland, including cancer.
Ultrasound examination of the kidneys, bladder, as well as transrectal ultrasound of the prostate and seminal vesicles are of great importance in the diagnosis.
Other methods are used to diagnose complex cases:
- CT scan;
- X-ray examination;
- study of prostate enzymes, etc. ).
Only after the results of all examinations are received, the doctor can draw up a treatment program, since there is no single algorithm for everyone. Self-medication is not worth it. All that is recommended to do on your own is to prevent the disease, which has already been described above.
Aggravation and pain of prostatitis
Exacerbation of prostatitis can occur for a variety of reasons. If you have a chronic illness, a small cold, overexertion or alcohol abuse is enough for another attack of acute pain.
Pain with prostatitis occurs most often in the perineum and scrotum, in the lower back, sometimes it can be noted in the anal region. The pain may increase with prolonged sitting (for example, when driving a car), with prolonged sexual abstinence or during sexual intercourse, when urinating.
There is only one way out - see a doctor as soon as possible and start treatment. Most likely, the doctor will prescribe the necessary anti-inflammatory drugs. But to help your body, you need to follow certain rules.
For example, during an exacerbation of acute prostatitis, it is strongly recommended to reduce the frequency of sexual intercourse. You should also improve immunity in all possible ways, eat well and consume more fluids.
Methods for the treatment of prostatitis
There is no single answer to the question of how prostatitis is treated. Since each patient has his own characteristics, and the disease manifests itself differently in everyone, there is no specific treatment regimen for prostatitis.
Currently, a wide range of drugs and medical procedures are used to treat prostatitis. However, the disease cannot be cured only by taking pills - you can only relieve the symptoms for a short time. As a rule, therapy for prostatitis is complex. As a result of the complex application of various procedures and medicines, the causes of prostatitis are eliminated and the body is restored.
For the successful treatment of prostatitis, first of all, the qualifications of the doctor and strict adherence to his recommendations are extremely important.
Massage for prostatitis
According to most men, prostate massage is the most unpleasant procedure that will have to be faced with this disease. However, if this procedure is performed by a qualified doctor, the patient will practically not experience any discomfort.
With this disease, massage is one of the most effective methods. It improves blood circulation in the prostate gland (and good blood circulation is one of the key conditions for its normal functioning), increases muscle tone, restores duct patency, enhances the effect of antibiotic therapy, and ultimately helps relieve inflammation.
In addition, massage of the lumbosacral region is effective for the treatment of prostatitis. Before carrying out it, it is recommended to perform general massage sessions or perform gymnastic exercises that promote better blood circulation.
There are also sets of exercises for prostatitis that the patient can perform independently.
How to treat prostatitis
Today's drug market offers a large selection of drugs for treatment. Never prescribe medication yourself! If you want your treatment to really be successful, see your doctor. The specialist will prescribe a course of drugs based on your physical condition and the severity of your illness.
Antibiotics for prostatitis
The cost of treating prostatitis, depending on the severity of the case, may vary. This is due to the fact that it consists of the price of drugs and the cost of the procedures prescribed by the doctor.
The use of antibiotics for bacterial prostatitis is inevitable, as it is required to eliminate the infection.
The effectiveness of antibiotic treatment will be effective in the case of a thorough diagnosis of the patient's condition and the appointment of the optimal dose, duration of treatment and the method of taking the drugs.
The spectrum of antimicrobial action of medicines is no less important. So, if prostatitis is a consequence of an infectious disease (such as, for example, tuberculosis, gonorrhea, chlamydia), antibiotics with an appropriate spectrum of action are prescribed.
When prescribing antibiotics, the doctor should also take into account the presence of allergic reactions, renal failure. As a rule, along with antibiotics, drugs are prescribed that normalize the intestinal microflora.
It is important to remember that antibiotics are only used to treat bacterial prostatitis. Prostatitis caused by viruses is treated with antiviral drugs.
Surgical intervention
Contrary to popular belief, surgery is rarely prescribed for prostatitis. Surgical intervention is an extreme measure and is used when other methods of treatment do not lead to a positive result.
Surgical intervention consists in removing the inflamed area of the prostate gland. The likelihood of a complete cure is very low. In addition, various complications are inevitable, up to a complete loss of potency.
Surgical intervention, in particular, is indicated in the presence of stones in the prostate gland that cannot be removed, and deep sclerosis of the prostate. In all other cases, even if the duration and cost of treatment are high, other methods are used.