Prostatitis is called inflammation of the prostate gland.
Prostate iron (prostate) is an organ of the male reproductive system, located under the bladder.The urethra (urethra) passes through the thickness of the prostate gland.Therefore, the process of inflammation in the prostate affects the sexual function and urine.
Prostatitis is one of the most common diseases in the male genitourinary system.With age, the probability of the disease increases;It is believed that in 30, prostatitis was found in 30%of men, in 40 - in 40%, in 50 years - in 50%, after 50 years of prostatitis was detected in almost every man.
The cause of prostatitis
Prostatitis can be caused by infection.Prostatitis -causing agents are various pathogens: bacteria, viruses, fungi, microplasms, ureaplasma, chlamydia.
Infections can penetrate the prostate gland in several ways:
- Through the urethra - in this case, prostatitis occurs as a complication of uretritis (inflammation of the urethra);
- With the current of lymph info - transferred from other inflammation of the organs, especially from the intestines.The same consequences can have proctitis, hemorrhoids, dysbiosis.
- With blood flow - infections can be transferred even from distant inflammation, for example, with sinusitis or caries.
However, the deciding role in the occurrence of prostatitis is not played by infection.Inflammation in the prostate gland usually develops against the background of the beneficial factors of the disease.Therefore, prostatitis can develop freely, without the penetration of infection.The main cause of prostatitis is the secret in the prostate gland, as well as a violation of blood circulation in the gland itself and the surrounding organs.
Factors contributing to the secretion of the prostate gland secretion and impaired blood circulation in the pelvic organs, and this increases the risk of prostatitis:
- prolonged sexual abstinence or, on the contrary, excessive sexual activity that contributes to the prostate gland;
- work, which should be primarily in a sitting position;
- SEDENTARI LIFE;
- Problems with stools (chronic constipation).
Factors contributing to the penetration of infection into the prostate gland, and this increases the risk of prostatitis:
- old pressure;
- general hypothermia of the body;
- Chronic alcoholism;
- The state of the oppressed immune system (it can be caused by chronic infectious diseases, overvoltage during sports, chronic sleep deficiency, poor nutrition, and more).
Complications of prostatitis
The manifestation of prostatitis can damage life seriously, but prostatitis is also dangerous and possible complications.Inflammation of the fireplace in the prostate gland can turn to other organs and cause:
- vesiculite (inflammation of the seed bubble);
- colliculite (seed tubercle inflammation);
- Epididymorchitis (penis inflammation and complement).
Prostatitis left without treatment often causes male infertility.
Symptoms of prostatitis
The main symptoms of prostatitis are:
- pain in the lower abdomen, at the bottom, in the thigh, in the perineum and genitals;
- rapid urination (due to nerve end irritation);
- difficulty in urinating, difficult bladder emptying (due to prostate gland edema);
- Disruption of sexual function.
Violation of the genitourinary system, as a rule, forced a person to experience and nerve, so prostatitis is often accompanied by neurasthenia symptoms.
Prostatitis can occur in acute and chronic form.However, prostatitis in acute form is not a very common disease.Chronic prostatitis develops more frequently.
Symptoms of acute prostatitis
In acute prostatitis, all symptoms are clearly stated.The pain is strong.Usually the temperature rises.In severe cases, the temperature can increase to 39-40 ° C. A sharp delay in the urine (loss of free urine with the bladder) is possible.Lack of treatment can cause purulent dilution of prostate gland tissue with abscess.
Symptoms of chronic prostatitis
In chronic prostatitis, symptoms are smoother and cannot cause serious anxiety for a long time.Usually prostatitis is detected only during preventive examination.In chronic prostatitis, the temperature usually does not rise above 37 ° C, that is, it is within the normal limit.Patients can periodically experience unpleasant sensations in the perineum, unpleasant sensations during urination and discharge may occur.During water removal, the release of the urethra can be observed - this is a symptom of chronic prostatitis.
The development of chronic prostatitis leads to problems with erection.This is due to the nerve involvement through the prostate gland in the process of inflammation, which is responsible for the function of erection.
A method of diagnosis of prostatitis
The first step in the treatment of prostatitis is an accurate diagnosis, as the treatment journey depends on a variety of diseases.
Finger's rectal examination
On the first visit to your doctor, you must be prepared for the fact that the doctor will conduct a rectal examination of the prostate gland.
Laboratory diagnostics
Laboratory test complexes for prostatitis include prostate secret analysis (microscopic and cultural studies), general urine analysis (2-read tests can be prescribed before prostate massage and after) and general blood tests.
Ultrasound of the prostate gland
A prostate ultrasound allows you to identify the signs of inflammation and structure of the prostate gland tissue, as well as explain their size.
Method of treatment of prostatitis
Doctors and urologists are involved in the treatment of prostatitis.
The course of treatment depends on various diseases.
Chronic prostatitis treatment is a difficult task.This process requires integrated time and approach, including antibacterial therapy, steps to stimulate immunity and blood circulation in the prostate gland, including prostate massage and physiotherapy.Methods such as prostate finger massage, vibration massage, prostate electrical stimulation, laser therapy with rectal sensors are used.
Movement is also required.To avoid relapse, one should strive to live a healthy lifestyle.
The importance of chronic prostatitis treatment
Chronic prostatitis must be treated in a timely manner.If the signs of chronic prostatitis are detected, the doctor should be treated, you cannot do dedication.
Chronic prostatitis can manifest at the most inappropriate time and change all life plans.Therefore, it is essential to check your health regularly and consult your doctor when the first worrying symptoms appear.