Prostatitis in men is an inflammation of the prostate, which can be caused by a variety of reasons, from hypothermia and a sedentary lifestyle to infectious diseases. There are two main types, whose symptoms are not the same: acute and chronic.
Acute prostatitis
Acute prostatitis is accompanied by the following symptoms:
- temperature rise;
- 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 other than erection problems. Most men tend to attribute erectile dysfunction and discomfort during and after intercourse to anything. They attribute the cause of their problems to fatigue, increased physical activity, etc. But no illness and do not rush to see a doctor. But the more neglected the case, the harder it is to cure the disease. Therefore, it is extremely important to visit a doctor from time to time for the purpose of a preventive examination.
Symptoms of chronic prostatitis:
- irregular and transient pain in the perineum, groin, and pubis;
- decreased libido;
- rapid ejaculation or, conversely, prolongation of sexual intercourse;
- decreased brightness of orgasm;
- urethral discharge;
- increased fatigue.
It is not necessary for all these signs to be present at once. Different patients may have different manifestations of the disease.
Proper 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 the age of 30 have some signs of the disease. The prevalence of this disease is due to the fact that it can not only be caused by a bacterial infection, but also blood stagnation in the pelvic organs, which is caused by:
- sedentary lifestyle and, in particular, inactive work;
- prolonged sexual abstinence;
- stress, psychological and physical overload, etc. ;
- malnutrition;
- bad ecology;
- hypothermia;
- bad habits;
- too tight underwear.
Therefore, the cause of prostatitis can be simply an everyday lifestyle. Revising what, honestly, isn’t that hard.
The best prevention of prostatitis is a healthy lifestyle
To avoid the appearance of signs of prostatitis, it is enough just:
- to begindress warmer;
- to stopabuse alcohol and smoking;
- to begineat well(this does not mean that you need to limit yourself in anything - on the contrary, you need a balanced three meals a day, which contain a wide range of flavors and consist of protein, fat and carbohydrates);
- introduce at least into your life rhythmminimal physical activity(Just do a few simple exercises in the morning or evening).
All these measures are not just the prevention of prostatitis. They will help eliminate the causes of this disease and contribute to the overall improvement of the physical condition.
You will be surprised when you feel fatigue decrease, irritability and bad mood disappear, as the body's resistance to viruses and infections increases.
Diagnosis of prostatitis
In the arsenal of modern doctors - a wide range of diagnostic methods that can identify this disease.
Diagnosis of the disease begins with the same methods used to diagnose almost any disease. This is a general clinical and biochemical blood test, a blood test for HIV, RW and hepatitis markers, as well as urine tests and studies of the presence of infectious diseases.
Types of research
Specific methods for disease detection include:
- study of prostate secretion;
- blood test for specific prostate antigen (PSA);
- prostate biopsy (if indicated) to rule out prostate cancer.
One of the most effective classical methods is digital prostate examination. The effectiveness of this method is such that it allows you to recognize not only a given disease, but also other prostate diseases, including cancer.
Ultrasound examination of the kidneys, bladder, as well as transrectal ultrasound of the prostate and seminal vesicles are of great importance for diagnosis.
Other methods are used to diagnose complex cases:
- CT scanner;
- X-ray examination;
- study of prostate enzymes, etc. ).
Only after receiving the results of all examinations, the doctor can compile a treatment program, because there is no single algorithm for everyone. Self-medication is not worth it. All that is recommended to be done independently is the prevention of the disease, which has already been described above.
Exacerbation and pain of prostatitis
Worsening of prostatitis can occur for a variety of reasons. If you have a chronic illness, a small cold, overexertion, or alcohol abuse are enough for another attack of acute pain.
Pain in prostatitis occurs most often in the perineum and scrotum, in the lower back, and can sometimes be noticed in the anal area. The pain can be exacerbated by prolonged sitting (for example, while driving a car), prolonged sexual abstinence, or during sexual intercourse, when urinating.
There is only one way out - visit a doctor as soon as possible and start treatment. Most likely, your doctor will prescribe the necessary anti-inflammatory medications. But to help your body, you have to follow certain rules.
For example, during the exacerbation of acute prostatitis, it is warmly recommended to reduce the frequency of sexual intercourse. You should also improve your immunity in all possible ways, eat well and drink more fluids.
Methods for treating prostatitis
There is no single answer to the question of how prostatitis is treated. Since each patient has its own characteristics, and the disease manifests itself differently in all, there is no special treatment regimen for prostatitis.
Currently, a wide range of medications and medical procedures are used to treat prostatitis. However, the disease cannot be cured by just taking pills - you can only alleviate the symptoms briefly. The treatment of prostatitis is usually complex. As a result of the complex application of various procedures and medications, the causes of prostatitis are eliminated and the body recovers.
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 uncomfortable procedure that this disease will have to face. However, if this procedure is performed by a qualified physician, the patient will experience virtually no discomfort.
In this disease, massage is one of the most effective methods. It improves blood circulation in the prostate (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 alleviate inflammation.
In addition, massage of the lumbosacral region is effective for the treatment of prostatitis. Before performing, 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, which the patient can perform independently.
How to treat prostatitis
Today’s drug market offers a large selection of medications to treat. Never prescribe medication yourself! If you want your treatment to be truly successful, visit your doctor. The specialist will prescribe a course of medication 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, can vary. This is due to the fact that it consists of the cost of medication and the cost of procedures prescribed by the doctor.
The use of antibiotics for bacterial prostatitis is unavoidable because it is needed to remove 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 method of taking medication.
The spectrum of antimicrobial activity of drugs is no less important. Thus, if prostatitis is the result of an infectious disease (such as, for example, tuberculosis, gonorrhea, chlamydia), antibiotics with the appropriate spectrum of action are prescribed.
When prescribing antibiotics, the doctor should also take into account the presence of allergic reactions, kidney failure. As a rule, in addition to antibiotics, drugs that normalize the intestinal microflora are prescribed.
It is important to remember that antibiotics are only used to treat bacterial prostatitis. Viral prostatitis is treated with antiviral drugs.
Surgical intervention
Contrary to popular belief, surgery is rarely prescribed for prostatitis. Surgical intervention is the last resort and is used when other methods of treatment do not lead to a positive result.
Surgical intervention consists of removing the inflamed area of the prostate. The probability of a complete cure is very small. In addition, various complications are inevitable, all the way to complete loss of potency.
Surgery is especially indicated in the presence of stones 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.