Prostatitis is an inflammatory process located in the prostate gland.This pathology is quite common and is often diagnosed in men of reproductive age.The prostate (another name for the prostate gland) is located below the bladder and partially surrounds the urinary tube (urethra).Therefore, even a small dysfunction of this organ leads to disturbances in the functioning of the genitourinary system.
Causes of Prostatitis Development
Prostatitis is classified as an inflammatory process, but this does not mean that it is caused exclusively by pathogenic microorganisms.Doctors (Andrologists Dealing with Diseases of the Male Reproductive System) Identify several reasons for the development of the pathology in question:
- Pool of blood in the pelvis.This refers to a violation of blood circulation in the prostate gland and nearby organs, which causes organ enlargement.Violations can occur against the background of an inactive lifestyle, obesity (it does not have to be critical), or in the postoperative period.
- Infections of the genitourinary system.Often, when examining patients with prostatitis, doctors isolate gonococci, staphylococci, chlamydia and trichomonas.Very rarely, an infection can penetrate the prostate gland against the background of a sore throat or a cold - in this case, the inflammatory process in question is distinguished as a complication.
- Common injuries to the pelvic organs.For this reason, prostatitis develops in drivers - they constantly receive pressure on the perineum, the prostate gland experiences shaking and vibration.
- Entry of bacteria through body fluids.Every human body has a colony of bacteria living in the intestines and urethra.Under normal conditions, they are harmless and only in favorable conditions (weak immunity, long-term use of drugs, chronic diseases, human immunodeficiency virus) do they become pathogenic and cause an inflammatory process.These bacteria can enter the prostate gland through blood or lymph.
In addition, when diagnosing the inflammatory process in the prostate gland, factors that serve as pathological provocateurs can be considered:
- Normal hypothermia - This may be due to the uniqueness of work conditions or ignoring the rules of wearing clothes during certain periods of the year;
- Disorders in the function of the endocrine system - excessive or insufficient production of male hormones, diagnosed diabetes mellitus;
- An overly active sexual life, as well as prolonged abstinence - the prostate gland is exhausted;
- Any chronic disease - there are officially recorded cases of the development of prostatitis against the background of untreated bronchitis, caries, cystitis, and urological infections.
Symptoms of the inflammatory process
Andrologists distinguish between primary and indirect signs of the inflammatory process developing in the prostate gland.The main symptoms are clearly stated:
- Urination becomes more frequent, regardless of the amount of fluid consumed;
- The moment of outflow of urine is painful, the man experiences pain and burning in the urethra;
- Body temperature increases (hyperemia) to a critical level.
These symptoms are quickly accompanied by a burning sensation throughout the perineum and pain during bowel movements.
Indirect signs of the inflammatory process in the prostate gland are not very noticeable, but men should not ignore them:
- Ejaculation becomes too accelerated - the time of intercourse is reduced;
- erection can be quite long at night;
- decreased libido - partial or complete;
- White "flakes" or "threads" appear in the urine.
Please note: These indirect signs indicate the beginning of the development of the inflammatory process in question - it is very treatable and continues without complications.
Prostatitis is classified into acute and chronic forms, each with its own symptoms.
Acute form of prostatitis
Acute prostatitis always begins suddenly and manifests itself:
- temperature increase;
- prolonged pain in the perineum;
- Frequent urges to go to the toilet;
- Pass small amounts of urine when the bladder feels full.
Please note: The most dangerous condition in the form of inflammation of the prostate gland is urinary retention.In this case, the man will experience a strong desire to go to the toilet, but the urine will not be released even with strong tension.Acute urinary retention is accompanied by severe pain in the anatomical location of the bladder, a feeling of pressure - patients describe their condition as "the bladder is about to burst."This condition requires immediate medical attention, which consists in using a catheter - it is inserted into the urethra and bladder, literally "pushing" the swollen gland.As soon as the catheter reaches the bladder, the outflow of urine begins and the patient immediately experiences relief, his condition returns to normal for a short time.
Chronic form of prostatitis
This type of pathology in question is practically without symptoms - sometimes a man experiences short-term pain in the perineum (similar to lumbago), note changes in sexual intercourse - it can lengthen or shorten.In addition, the patient becomes irritable, sleeps restlessly at night, the flow of urine may be weak (this is due to the narrowing of the urinary tract), and in the morning there may be white lumps in the urine in the form of flakes or threads.
Please note: The chronic form of the inflammatory process in the prostate gland can develop without the patient being aware of it.The fact is, at a young age, acute prostatitis occurs with mild symptoms, and if a young man is addicted to drinking alcohol or is too enthusiastic about his work, then he does not have time to pay attention to changes in urination or periodic pain in the perineum.The symptoms of acute prostatitis will disappear over time, but this does not mean that the disease has receded - it has only become chronic.
Treatment methods for prostatitis
Treatment of the inflammatory process in the prostate gland can only be carried out under the supervision of an Andrologist.He not only diagnosed prostatitis himself (often the symptoms are similar to prostate cancer), but also revealed the true cause of its occurrence.In general, several different therapeutic methods can be used to treat prostate inflammation.
Drug treatment
For prostatitis, antibacterial agents (antibiotics) can be prescribed, but only if during the examination pathogenic bacteria are isolated and recognized as the cause of the development of the pathology.Along with antibiotics, patients are prescribed probiotics or prebiotics - drugs that normalize the intestinal microflora and oppose the development of pathological processes in it.
If the inflammatory process begins due to the negative effects of external factors (hypothermia, injury), then non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs will be prescribed.
In the case of hormonal disorders, a man must undergo hormone therapy.
Please note: Treatment with drugs is very variable, therefore it must be selected individually - self-medication in this case is strictly prohibited.
Physiotherapy
Treatment of inflammation of the prostate gland should be done comprehensively.And against the background of the use of drugs, it will be effective to carry out certain physical procedures:
- Electrical stimulation accelerates metabolic processes, causes more active hormone production, and restores glandular structure.
- Magnetic therapy is a painless procedure that helps reduce the level of inflammation and eliminate the swelling of the prostate gland.
- Prostate massage - performed only after treatment for acute inflammation;This procedure is painful, but very effective.
Traditional medicine
Please note: Recipes from the category of traditional medicine cannot be the only method of treatment - they can only speed up the therapeutic process and increase the effect of taking medicines and performing physical procedures.
The most effective and safe traditional treatment methods include:
- Eat pumpkin seeds.They contain zinc, which is an important element for men's health, so for prostatitis you need to eat 30 raw seeds 30 minutes before eating throughout the entire therapy.
- Pumpkin honey ball.Peel 100 grams of raw pumpkin seeds, roll them in a meat grinder (or in a blender, but not into a fine powder) and mix with 200 grams of honey.Roll small balls from the resulting mass and store them in the refrigerator.Before eating (30 minutes before), you need to eat 1-2 balls - you do not need to chew them, it is better to dissolve them slowly.Treatment with this prescription continues until the symptoms of prostatitis disappear.
- Boiled hazel leaves.You can collect hazel leaves, or you can buy dry raw materials at the pharmacy;There is a glass of boiling water per spoonful of source material.The decoction is brewed like regular tea for 20 minutes, filtered and taken 50 ml at least 4 times a day.Please note: Hazel Bark is also sold in pharmacies - it can also be used in the treatment of prostatitis and according to the same prescription.But keep in mind that for bark, the brewing time is doubled.
- Parsley juice.Prepare it from the green leaves of the plant and take 1 dessert spoon 3 times a day before meals.
- Boil parsley seeds.You need to take 1 tablespoon of parsley seeds, pour 400 ml of boiling water and leave for 2 hours (you can do this in a thermos).You need to take the decoction every day in the morning and evening in the amount of 1 tablespoon.
In any case, no matter how safe the drug is, you should first consult with your doctor.For example, if a man, in addition to prostatitis, has cholelithiasis, then the use of pumpkin seeds is strictly prohibited for him - any prescription is made individually.
Diet and lifestyle
To get the best results during the therapeutic measures in relation to prostatitis, you need to follow a certain diet.It should exclude fatty meat, smoked and too salty foods, baked goods and chocolate from the diet.This menu can include fish and seafood, milk and its derivatives, steamed vegetables.It is very useful for prostatitis to take fresh juices prepared from vegetables and fruits - they will help strengthen and restore the immune system.
During therapy, you need to eliminate alcohol and lead an active lifestyle - at least, do morning exercises, walk more and get rid of extra pounds.
Prostatitis is not considered a life-threatening disease for men, but ignoring the symptoms can lead to the development of severe complications.One of the most difficult consequences is male infertility and loss of erectile function, which often occurs with prolonged chronic prostatitis.