Prostatitis is characterized by a complex inflammatory process in the prostate gland. The risk group consisted of men 40 years of age and older, living an inactive lifestyle. The first signs in the acute form occur with purulent discharge in the urine, severe pain syndrome and an increase in body temperature to 40 degrees. Chronic prostatitis is no less dangerous than acute, but has a more hidden developmental picture. The danger lies in the irreversible disorders associated with sexual function activity.
Characteristics of the course of prostatitis
Signs of prostatitis begin to bother men due to an inactive lifestyle, hypothermia, due to malnutrition.
The course of the disease can be characterized by one of two forms:
- Acute prostatitis- determined by purulent discharge in the urine. Specific causes are associated with pathogenic microflora. Treatment without antibiotics is ineffective.
- Chronic- develops as a result of improper or ineffective treatment. The symptoms are not as obvious as in the acute journey.
During the remission period, pathological symptoms often disappear completely. The worsening of chronic prostatitis does not bother the patient as clearly as in the acute form of the primary. In most cases, this congenital disease is diagnosed as a result of an inactive lifestyle with a background of chronic disease, due to low blood circulation in the pelvic organs.
The main signs of prostatitis are divided by doctors into three groups:
- defects in the urinary system, indicated by disturbances in urination;
- sexual disorders characteristic of enlarged prostate;
- development of nerve pathology.
Inflammation of the prostate causes a decrease in the production of special secretions that maintain sperm activity. As a rule, their resistance to adverse effects is reduced, and the probability of fertilization of female eggs succeeds to a minimum.
According to medical statistics, the disease affects not only the elderly, but also young men. The risk group consisted of stronger sex from the age of 40 years. Doctors emphasize that the main emphasis is to prevent the development of pathology in the small pelvis and preventive measures.
Symptomatic images
Symptoms of prostatitis are mainly indicated by pain syndrome. Unpleasant sensations in acute inflammation may be stabbing, cutting or painful. They cause decreased performance, sleep disturbances. Enlargement of the prostate gland is already in the first stage can be determined by pain in the pelvic area. In some patients, it develops during urination and defecation. During erection and ejaculation, the sensation of pain increases.
Due to mechanical action on the walls of the urinary tract, pain is almost always associated with movement.
Urinary flow problems bother almost every patient and in any form. Appears:
- false urge to urinate;
- incomplete bladder emptying sensation.
A man may need effort to urinate, and his jet is slow and intermittent. Acute inflammation causes frequent urination.
In addition to the symptoms of prostatitis listed in the development of acute disease, the following is indicated:
- pain in muscles and joints;
- increase in body temperature to 40 degrees;
- fever, chills;
- feeling swollen in the groin area;
- out of the urethra;
- burning and cramps during urination;
- blood flow and pus in the urine.
Complications of chronic prostatitis can occur in male infertility, scarring and narrowing of urethral tissue, complex kidney damage, sepsis. The testicles, epididymis and seminal vesicles become inflamed. The course conducted leads to an increase in the prostate, which requires immediate surgical intervention. Unsuccessful surgical treatment requires blockage of the bladder, which is accompanied by acute urinary retention.
Provoking factors
The main causes of prostatitis can be summarized in the following list:
- Sexually transmitted infections. Trichomonas, mycoplasma, chlamydia, gonococcus, Escherichia coli, enterococci can trigger lesions on urethral and prostate tissue.
- An inactive and inactive lifestyle contributes to the development of congestive processes and inflammation of the pelvic organs.
- Disorders of lymph circulation and blood circulation.
- Persistent disruption or artificial increase in sexual intercourse, prolonged abstinence causes disruption of prostate gland function.
- Regular mental stress, excessive physical activity, stressful conditions also affect men's health and cause the development of prostatitis.
- Hypothermia, frequent colds and, as a consequence, decreased immunity cause inflammatory processes in the reproductive organs.
- Hormonal disorders.
Treatment
It is not possible to get rid of the pathological signs of acute or chronic prostatitis in a short period of time.
When choosing a particular therapy, it is important to identify the type and form of the disease through diagnostic studies.
Medicine
Antibiotics are indicated when diagnosing bacterial prostatitis. If the inflammatory process is not caused by infection, there is no point in such therapy. The selection of specific antibiotics is made by the attending physician after identifying microorganisms that provoke bacterial damage to the prostate gland.
In most cases, the drug should be taken for at least 7 days. Alpha and antispasmodic blockers help relieve pain. Taking this group of drugs systematically helps to relax the muscles of the bladder and prostate itself. This increases the flow of urine and reduces the manifestations of the clinical overview.
For men with severe pathology, intravenous fluids and diuretics are indicated. This increases the flow of urine. In addition, in this way, you can stop the process of intoxication of the body.
Non-bacterial forms of prostatitis are treated with antipyretic, analgesic, anticholinergic drugs. In case of constipation, it is necessary to use laxatives and suppositories based on vaseline oil.
Supportive care
Important steps in additional therapy for drug treatment are:
- bed rest;
- complete rest;
- drink plenty of fluids, at least 2 liters a day;
- warm bath sitz.
If there is acute urinary retention, a temporary suprapubic fistula is prescribed. An alternative approach is normal catheter catheterization. Doctors prescribe such treatment only when drug therapy is ineffective. Patients should not forget the contraindications to hypothermia of the body during treatment, cycling and long sitting on hard surfaces.
From the first day of prostate diagnosis, a prostate massage is prescribed. This method helps reduce the pressure of the growing glands on the urethra, thereby increasing the process of urination and reducing induration.
Adhering to a diet that does not include spicy and fatty foods, as well as alcoholic and carbonated beverages, allows you to normalize your overall well-being.
Surgery
In cases where drug therapy does not affect the treatment of prostatitis, surgery is required. In exceptional cases, with stagnant flow, urine flow is blocked. Surgical treatment is also very much needed here. Contraindications to surgery are the patient's reproductive age. In young men, surgery can cause infertility.
Transurethral resection of the prostate is a surgical resection of all inflamed tissues. Prostatectomy is performed to completely remove the prostate, adjacent tissues and seminal vesicles. The negative consequences of such interventions are urinary incontinence and impotence. This type of medical treatment is required for its malignant pathological nature. It allows you to get rid of problems with the inflammatory process on the prostate gland forever.
Prostatitis is considered a complex and dangerous disease, with continuous healing in chronic form. It is not always possible to cure it completely, therefore, eliminating the main symptoms is a task that every attending physician wants to perform. How long it takes to lose them cannot be determined precisely. In most situations, the urologist gives a calming prediction.
Alternative therapy
In the treatment of this disease, not only medical methods are used, but also folk remedies.
Dead bees
Alcohol tincture is prepared from 2 tsp. podmore and 200 ml of alcohol or vodka. It is taken 3 times a day on an empty stomach, 40-60 drops, depending on the patient's weight. Therapy course - 25 days. The composition of bee worms contains unique components that have a therapeutic effect on problems with the male reproductive system.
Broth with the addition of 2 tsp. honey, 1 tsp. podmora for 1 glass of hot water cooked over low heat for 10 minutes. Then the drug must be forced for about 3-4 hours. Usage is indicated in 2 tbsp. l. twice a day before meals. The optimal duration of treatment with this drug is 1 month. Then you need to rest for 7-10 days and, if there is no improvement, continue therapy.
Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin seeds should be ground in a coffee grinder before use. Take 2 tablespoons on an empty stomach daily. l. , washed with a glass of water diluted in it 2 tsp. real honey.
You can add fresh parsley juice to honey in a few drops.
Chestnut
Raw materials are mixed in equal parts (10 g each):
- dried licorice root;
- berry leaves, chestnuts, knots and castor oil.
To enhance the effect, you can add 15 g per dandelion, comfrey, and nuts. You need to prepare 1 tablespoon fresh stew daily. l. mixture of plant raw materials and 0. 5 liters of water. Boil for 10 minutes, then leave for another half hour. Take 4 doses immediately before meals. This course is 30 days.
Prevention
Manifestation of symptoms in the clinical picture of prostatitis contributes to the formation of inferior complexes. This causes stressful situations and depressed mood in men. Many patients are characterized by irritation, a tendency to conflict. Aggressive behavior interferes with normal communication.
In most cases, you should seek the help of an experienced psychologist. However, sexual dysfunction has a very negative impact not only on a man’s mood, but also on his entire life. Thus, psychological recovery is no less important than drug therapy.
Doctors recommend to avoid hypothermia and excessive physical activity. An effective method to prevent prostatitis is an active sex life with a regular partner. Prolonged abstinence, incomplete ejaculation is contraindicated. You need to limit the use of alcoholic beverages from the age of 40 and quit smoking. The main emphasis is on moderate exercise and vitamin therapy.