Prostatitis is a common and dangerous ailment that occurs with an inflammatory process in the prostate gland. Most often, the disease develops as a result of impaired blood circulation or infection. According to medical statistics, prostatitis has become increasingly diagnosed among men of working age in recent years. The disease is accompanied by painful sensations during deurination and ejaculation. The manifestations of the disease negatively affect the quality of a man's life. Prostatitis is dangerous for its consequences. In the absence of timely treatment, the disease acquires a chronic course, which is difficult to treat. Prostatitis needs complex treatment. Consider effective treatments for prostatitis.
Basic therapeutic methods
If unpleasant symptoms of the disease appear, a man should, without delay, consult a doctor for the timely diagnosis of the disease. Based on the results of the examination, the doctor prescribes treatment.
In this case, the doctor takes into account the following factors:
- the degree and form of the disease;
- the presence of complications;
- the duration of the course of the disease;
- individual characteristics.
It should be remembered that only complex treatment will help to overcome prostatitis. Therefore, it is important to strictly adhere to all the prescriptions and recommendations of the doctor.
The goal of prostatitis therapy is to relieve inflammation in the prostate gland.
All therapeutic methods used to combat the disease are divided into conservative and operational.
Conservative methods include:
- drug therapy;
- taking vitamin complexes and means to normalize the immune system;
- physiotherapy;
- physiotherapy exercises;
- massage;
- Spa treatment;
- hirudotherapy;
- mud therapy;
- traditional methods of treatment.
Surgical methods are prescribed in advanced situations when scar tissue has formed on the gland and is unable to perform its daily functions. During surgery, as a rule, the affected tissue is removed.
Drug therapy
The method of treating prostatitis consists of taking antibiotics, alpha-blockers, pain relievers and other medications. Consider further effective modern means of treating prostatitis.
Antibiotic therapy
Prostatitis is often bacterial in nature. Therefore, the doctor prescribes antibacterial drugs for treatment. This group of medicines provides effective treatment for acute and chronic prostatitis. The pharmaceutical industry offers a wide range of antibacterial drugs to help fight the disease.
As a rule, the doctor prescribes the following groups of antibiotics for treatment:
- Fluoroquinolones.
- Aminoglycosides.
- Tetracyclines.
- Cephalosporins.
- Penicillins.
- Macrolides.
For the treatment of acute prostatitis, intravenous antibiotics (III generation cephalosporins or fluoroquinolones) are usually prescribed. When the fever subsides, further treatment is continued with oral antibacterial agents. The duration of admission is on average 6 weeks.
For chronic prostatitis, fluoroquinolones are commonly used. These drugs easily penetrate the prostate and are effective against most gram-negative bacteria, chlamydia, ureaplasma. Tetracyclines are effective for suspected chlamydial infection.
For the treatment of abscess and chronic prostatitis, provoked by Proteus infection or Pseudomonas aeruginosa, sulfa drugs are prescribed.
To cure viruses that have penetrated deeply inside, tablets and macrolide injections are prescribed. If prostatitis has arisen as a result of the penetration of several pathogens, or the tests did not help determine the type of pathogen, drugs of the aminoglycoside group are prescribed. However, due to the large list of side effects, these drugs are not often prescribed.
With prolonged use of antibiotics, you need to support the body with ascorbic and folic acid, as well as B vitamins.
It is important to remember that the entire course of antibiotic therapy must be completed to obtain effective results and prevent relapses.
Before prescribing an antibiotic, the doctor determines the root cause of the development of the disease. Antibacterial drugs are only effective against bacterial prostatitis. If the ailment is due to impaired blood circulation, then antibiotic therapy can harm the patient.
Alpha blockers
These drugs are prescribed to relieve tension from the muscles of the bladder and urinary tract in chronic prostatitis.
Treatment with these agents leads to a decrease in swelling and pain relief.
Anti-inflammatory nonsteroidal drugs
These drugs are effectively prescribed for the treatment of the acute form of the disease. They relieve pain and inflammation, provoke a decrease in swelling, and improve secretion discharge.
Medicines are prescribed in the form of tablets, powders, or rectal suppositories.
Angioprotectors
Medicines improve the functioning of the capillaries of the prostate, blood circulation and oxygen delivery to the affected organs, eliminating stagnant processes.
5-alpha reductase inhibitors
One of the effective representatives of this group of drugs is a medication that reduces the volume of the prostate, relieves tissue swelling, reduces pain and restores the flow rate of urine.
Immunomodulatory drugs
To normalize immunity, the doctor, as a rule, prescribes immunomodulatory drugs.
Drugs for the treatment of secondary immunodeficiencies may also be prescribed.
Hormone therapy
In some situations, the inflammatory process is accompanied by erectile dysfunction. To restore the functioning of the organs of the endocrine system, as well as restore an erection, the doctor prescribes hormonal therapy.
The use of suppositories
Rectal suppositories are effective for the treatment of acute and chronic prostatitis.
List of common remedies:
- Ichthyol candles. They have a disinfecting effect, normalize blood circulation, relieve pain.
- Suppositories with prostate extract. They relieve inflammation and edema, relieve stagnation and prevent the formation of blood clots.
- Candles with belladonna. Relieve pain and inflammation.
- Suppositories for cell tissue regeneration. The use of such suppositories quickly restores the work of the prostate gland.
Physiotherapy procedures
Physiotherapeutic methods of treatment have also proven themselves well. Physiotherapy consists of various techniques that have recently been successfully used to combat the disease. The doctor selects the type of procedure individually. The course of treatment has a positive effect not only on the prostate gland, but also on the entire body.
Physiotherapy procedures for prostatitis can achieve the following results:
- improve microcirculation in the tissues of the prostate;
- increase the accumulation of medicinal substances in the gland;
- reduce painful sensations;
- improve the quality of urination;
- remove the inflammatory process;
- enhance potency.
There are several methods of physiotherapy:
- Electrophoresis. The affected area is exposed to direct current with medication.
- Ultrasound. It is considered one of the most effective therapeutic methods. The gland is influenced by ultrasonic waves. The procedure is completely painless.
- Magnetotherapy.
- Magnetic laser induction therapy. The prostate is treated in a complex manner with a magnet and a laser. The procedure improves blood circulation, accelerates the healing process of affected tissues, and relieves pain.
- Laser therapy.
- Microwave microwave therapy.
- Ozone therapy.
- Vacuum therapy.
- Cryodestruction. Affected tissue is removed using liquid nitrogen.
And also used for the treatment of prostatitis:
- balloon dilatation. The urinary tract is mechanically expanded using a catheter having an inflating balloon at the end;
- stenting. The procedure also proceeds with the expansion of the urethra. However, in this situation, a stent is inserted. The latter is presented in the form of a cylindrical frame and made of polymer material.
Physiotherapy methods are usually prescribed in conjunction with drug therapy to improve treatment results. Such procedures are well tolerated and have no side effects. Side effects can occur with individual intolerance.
Magnetotherapy
A magnetic field is applied to the prostate through the skin. At the same time, the nutrition of the cells of the prostate is improved, its protective properties are activated, and the removal of toxins from the tissues of the gland is accelerated. Magnetotherapy activates blood circulation and improves the absorption of drugs.
Microwave microwave therapy
The affected prostate is directly exposed to ultra-high frequency electric waves. As a result, the temperature rises in the heated area, blood vessels expand and blood flow accelerates.
In addition, as a result of an increase in temperature, there is a decrease in smooth muscle spasms. As a result, the man has improved drainage of prostate secretions and pain relief.
Laser therapy
During the procedure, the prostate tissue is irradiated with a low-intensity laser beam. This method thins the blood, accelerates the outflow of secretions, and prevents the formation of microthrombi.
And also laser treatment increases the protective functions of the body and promotes tissue regeneration. Laser therapy is prescribed as a treatment for chronic prostatitis.
Vacuum therapy
A special medical device is installed on the penis, under the influence of which blood flows into the penis and an erection occurs. It is recommended to combine vacuum therapy with laser therapy. During an erection, a laser beam is directed into the penis. The latter helps to increase blood flow.
Ozone therapy
For treatment, a special liquid enriched with ozone is injected through the urethra. Typically, saline is used for the procedure. Ozone therapy restores the normal functioning of the prostate, has a bactericidal effect, promotes the restoration of damaged cells and is considered one of the modern methods of treating prostatitis.
For the procedure to be effective, it should be carried out every day. The duration of the therapeutic course depends on the stage of development of the disease and is 6-10 manipulations.
Home treatment
Physiotherapy procedures are usually carried out in an inpatient setting. However, there are devices that allow you to carry out treatment at home. One of such devices is a device, among the advantages of which should be noted durability and ease of use. With the help of the apparatus, the tissue of the gland is exposed to a magnetic field, heat and massage is performed.
The procedure takes approximately 10-12 minutes and is completely painless. For treatment, the tip of the device, previously dressed in a condom, is inserted into the rectum. After the procedure, the tip is wiped with alcohol. The duration of therapy is 15 sessions.
The use of the device is contraindicated in the following situations:
- in the acute stage of the disease;
- with intestinal bleeding;
- in the presence of stones in the prostate;
- in the presence of cracks in the rectum and exacerbation of hemorrhoids;
- men with genitourinary tuberculosis;
- with malignant neoplasms;
- with diarrhea;
- in a feverish state.
Before starting physical therapy, a man must be tested to determine the level of PSA in the blood and undergo a transrectal ultrasound of the prostate. Such diagnostics will allow to exclude oncology. If necessary, your doctor may order an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging).
Physiotherapy methods are not prescribed for the treatment of calculous prostatitis, in the presence of calcifications.
Massage
The procedure eliminates stagnant processes in the prostate, helps to eliminate toxins formed as a result of inflammatory processes.
Contraindications to massage:
- acute phase of the disease;
- adenoma;
- malignant neoplasms;
- prostatolithiasis - the presence of calculi in the prostate;
- tuberculosis.
The massage is performed by a doctor. The patient adopts the knee-elbow position to maximize relaxation of the pelvic muscles. The doctor inserts a finger through the anus and massages the prostate. The course usually consists of 10 massages.
This procedure promotes secretion from the gland, activates blood circulation, increases resistance to infection and accelerates the recovery of damaged tissues.
Recently, prostate massage has been prescribed infrequently, as medicine is moving forward and new, more effective methods of treatment have been developed.
Physiotherapy
Quite often, prostatitis is formed due to improper blood supply to the muscles of the gland.
To normalize blood microcirculation, deep squats are considered effective. You need to squat with your arms raised. You need to perform this exercise at least 100 times, 3 sets per week.
The following exercises are also effective:
- Scissors while sitting. Perform the exercise 20 times with each leg.
- Raise straight legs while lying on your stomach. Repeat 20 times.
- Lie on your back and lay your knees bent at the knees in such a way that the knees are on the face. Wrap your arms around your legs and lie there for up to 20 minutes.
- In the morning, massage the perineum for about 5 minutes.
The above exercises, together with squats, will help you cure the disease for free.
Sanitary treatment
Patients are referred to the sanatorium when prolonged remission occurs. All over the world there are sanatoriums that treat prostatitis, improve erectile dysfunction, and improve health.
As a rule, the following procedures are prescribed for treatment:
- drinking mineral waters;
- physiotherapy exercises;
- various physiotherapy methods;
- hirudotherapy;
- mud therapy;
- balneotherapy.
Clean air, calm atmosphere, and warm climate have a positive effect on the condition of the prostate gland.
Surgery
The main indications for surgical intervention:
- sclerosis of the prostate;
- sclerosis of the bladder neck;
- calculi of the gland;
- sclerosis of the seminal tubercle.
The main surgical methods used to combat prostatitis are shown in the table.
| Method name | Short description |
| Transurethral resection | The operation is performed with a resectoscope, therefore, with this procedure, the risk of complications is minimal. During surgery, to relieve pressure on the urethra, the surgeon removes part of the gland tissue or the entire prostate. Allows you to get rid of the unpleasant manifestations of the disease - pain and nocturia. |
| Adenectomy (prostatectomy) | Open abdominal surgery, during which the prostate gland is removed with surgical instruments. It is characterized by a longer rehabilitation period. |
The operations are performed under general anesthesia.
Traditional methods
The use of folk methods for treating ailment can improve metabolic processes in the prostate gland.
Healing decoctions, infusions and tinctures are prepared from various medicinal plants. And also medicinal plants can be added to the baths.
The following recipes are considered the most effective:
- A decoction of licorice roots. To prepare 20 g of raw materials, mix with 200 ml of boiling water. Boil the mixture for about 20 minutes. Consume 1 tbsp. spoon. 4 times a day. The duration of treatment is 10 days. Effective for exacerbations of the disease.
- Infusion of red root. Prepare the infusion in a thermos. For preparation, pour 25 g of raw materials with 1 liter of water. The mixture is infused for an hour. Drink 100 ml hot drink instead of tea. Take the product before meals. The number of appointments per day is 3 times.
- A decoction from the roots of marshmallow. It should be diluted with 2 tbsp. tablespoons of chopped roots with a glass of boiling water. Boil for half an hour. Drink 50 ml of the drug, the number of doses per day - 3 times. The duration of treatment is 15 days.
- Honey. Contraindicated in people with diabetes mellitus and honey allergy. You will need about 10 kg of natural flower or linden honey. It is recommended to add 100-200 g of honey every day instead of sugar to tea. After a while, deurination will normalize, pain will disappear. After recovery, honey is recommended to be taken for prophylaxis.
- Honey with celandine. 100 g of dried herbs are mixed with 0. 7 ml of boiling water. Cook the mixture for about 15 minutes. Then let the broth cool slightly and strain. Add 500 ml of honey to the drink. Store the product in a glass container in the refrigerator. Drink 1 tbsp. spoon 3 times a day. Take the drug before meals. During the treatment with celandine with honey, it is forbidden to drink alcoholic beverages and take any medications. In the complex, you need to consume 200 ml of oat broth 3 times a day.
- Pumpkin seeds. They contain zinc, which is very necessary for every man. It is recommended to eat 30 seeds daily before meals. And also raw seeds are crushed in a meat grinder and mixed with 0. 2 liters of honey. Stir the mixture well and form small balls. The latter are kept in the refrigerator. Consume 1 ball 1-2 times a day, half an hour before meals. The ball should be chewed for a few minutes and not swallowed whole.
- Infusion of hazel. Bark or leaves will do. 1 tbsp. l. brew raw materials in 0. 2 liters of boiling water. Cover the container with a lid and let it brew for 30 minutes. Then strain the drink and drink 50 ml 4 times a day.
The above methods will help to achieve long-term remission or completely recover from the disease. The main thing is to adhere to the recommendations and dosage.
What other methods are used to treat prostatitis?
For the treatment of prostatitis, the following additional non-traditional methods are also effectively used:
- Stem cell injection. The latter, penetrating into the affected area of the gland, intensively divide and replace damaged cells. This method is prescribed for chronic prostatitis.
- Acupuncture. The therapy is carried out by activating special points. As a result, blood circulation improves.
- Hirudotherapy. The method uses leeches. With the help of hirudotherapy, the swelling of the gland is removed, blood circulation is improved.
- Chinese plaster. It activates blood circulation, relieves inflammation, enhances libido, restores an erection, and prevents prostate enlargement.
- Japanese drugs. They relieve unpleasant manifestations of the disease and prevent possible complications.
As well as positive feedback on the forums, phytotherapy and homeopathy leave.
The most common herbal preparations are:
- preparations based on the extract of the American Sabal palm. The funds are characterized by anti-edema and anti-inflammatory effects;
- preparations with African plum extract. Means inhibit sclerotic and cicatricial changes in the gland.
Prostatitis is considered a dangerous disease. Lack of timely therapy can lead to irreversible consequences. Based on the results of the diagnosis, the doctor will select an individually effective treatment regimen that is suitable for the price. Complex therapy will allow you to quickly overcome the disease.