According to statistics, inflammation of the prostate occurs in 15% of the male population. This is a dangerous disease that without treatment leads to the formation of cysts and stones in the prostate, erectile dysfunction (impotence) and infertility. You need to know the symptoms of prostatitis to consult a urologist in time and cure the disease without sequelae. Inflammation is divided into acute and chronic forms, each of which has characteristic features.
Symptoms and signs common to all types of prostatitis
Despite the fact that prostatitis is acute and chronic, experts have identified a number of common symptoms and signs of the disease in men, which are characteristic of both conditions: the main one and the second.
Moderate pain in the perineum and scrotum
Painful and traction sensations in the groin are the first sign of prostatitis in men. The symptom is constantly troubling. The pain increases and decreases. A person cannot accurately indicate the localization of discomfort, because the pain is often given in the lower back, the sacral region.
When a symptom occurs, the man tries to sit or lie down, slightly bent and pulling his knees up to his abdomen.
Analgesics from the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used to treat the discomfort. The drugs have a good analgesic effect and do not cause serious side effects.
Not recommended for men with gastritis or stomach ulcers.
Increased urination (polakiuria)
With prostatitis, a man begins to run to the toilet every 1, 5-2 hours. If you drink a couple of liters of beer or too much water in the heat, the condition becomes completely unbearable: the urge occurs every 20-30 minutes.
After going to the toilet, there is a feeling of incomplete urination.
No pills will help with pollakiuria. The "drink less water" option also doesn’t work in this case. Desires can occur even with a tiny amount of urine in the bladder.
Malaise
Weakness and weakness often occur at the very beginning of the disease. Many do not attach much importance to them, attributing everything to excessive work.
If a man after the age of 40 suddenly has severe fatigue, incomprehensible painful feelings in the muscles and joints, decreased interest in work, this may indicate the development of prostatitis. This symptom alone does not allow the diagnosis of pathology, but in combination with 2-3 other symptoms, the likelihood of prostate inflammation.
In order to improve his well-being, a man needs to rest more, to normalize his daily routine. Good sleep lasting 7-8 hours is very important and you should fall asleep no later than 11pm. Vitamins will have a good effect both in their natural form and in the form of dietary supplements (use is recommended after personal consultation with a specialist).
Slow stream of urine
Urination with too weak and short current, spray in all directions are typical complaints of men facing prostate inflammation. Seeing such a problem, a person tries to strain and squeeze out a "strong current, " but none of that arises. Prostatitis is characterized by a slow flow, and not by the discharge of urine in drops, which is more often observed in prostate adenoma in the middle and late phase of its development.
The symptom is primarily associated with swelling or dystrophic changes in prostate tissues, which blocks the lumen of the urethra. NSAIDs that relieve swelling may provide some relief in the acute process, but will be ineffective in chronic inflammation. Edema at home can be removed with the help of prostate massage, but for that a man must have certain skills.
Mucous discharge from the urethra
Drops of secretions appear on the head of the penis during the day. The discharge is a consequence of self-massage of the prostate that occurs when walking fast, playing sports, running. As a result, part of the inflammatory secretion moves along the urethra and is released outwards. The mucus is often cloudy, has an unpleasant odor, and sometimes the color is faint.
Men who face the symptom must strictly observe hygiene. The genitals should be washed at least 2-3 times a day, because the accumulated secretion on the head is an excellent medium for the reproduction of pathogenic bacteria. The genitals can be rinsed with an antiseptic solution or a decoction of chamomile, which helps destroy harmful microorganisms.
Pain when urinating
Symptoms of prostatitis include cramps and tingling in the urethra that occur during urination. The discomfort is more pronounced in the morning, because a large amount of inflammatory exudate accumulates in the prostate during the night. Resi takes care of a man not only during the act, but also within 15-20 minutes after it.
To reduce the discomfort, you can use drugs from the group of herbal uroseptics. The drugs have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects, relieve symptoms and prevent inflammatory diseases of the urethra in the background of prostatitis.
Imperative instinct
Men describe this feeling as a sudden and painful urge to urinate. There is a fear of "not coming", because the sensations are painful and very strong.
There is often a false urge, when there is no flow of urine and after a few minutes the pain subsides. Sometimes this symptom is accompanied by urinary incontinence, when a few drops of fluid appear on the laundry.
The only advice doctors have in such a situation is not to try to tolerate the urge. Frequent visits to the toilet cause psychological discomfort, but when an attempt is made to forcefully contract the muscles, the pain intensifies.
Acute prostatitis: what hurts at the same time and what the feelings of the disease are
Acute prostatitis in men has 9 recognizable symptoms, which are mostly observed with a sharp manifestation of prostate inflammation. We will tell you about each in detail.
Painful pain in the groin
Men complain of strong cramps, cramps and uncomfortable pulsation in the groin area.
The pain constantly worries a person, it increases with prolonged sitting in a stationary position, with urination. Sometimes the pain is so severe that it is impossible to walk normally.
The symptom appears suddenly, it may be preceded by hypothermia or unprotected sexual intercourse.
The discomfort must be treated. Pain relievers are used to quickly relieve the symptoms of prostatitis in men. NSAIDs are the drug of choice.
The heat
An active inflammatory process in the prostate is always accompanied by a rise in temperature. In acute prostatitis, fever reaches values of 39-39, 5 ° C. Body temperature rises sharply, sometimes preceded by the appearance of pain or other typical symptoms.
The symptom may be accompanied by alternating periods of chills and increased sweating.
Temperatures above 38 ° C should be brought down. Standard antipyretic drugs are sufficient. You should not use acetylsalicylic acid to lower the temperature. There are many proven side effects when used improperly, so it is best to stick to safe products.
Cloudy urine
In prostatitis, an inflammatory exudate is released from the gland that occurs during urination.
As a result, the urine becomes cloudy, sometimes individual inclusions of mucus or pus can be seen in it. Inflammation of the prostate is characterized by a change in the back of the urine, while at the beginning of urination the jet has a familiar appearance. Turbidity is often accompanied by an unpleasant odor.
If such a symptom occurs, it is worth using drugs from the uroseptic group. Herbal medicines are not suitable here, but medicines with antibacterial action, which are more effective in this case.
Purulent discharge from the urethra
The appearance of a few drops of pus from the mouth of the urethra is a typical sign of bacterial prostatitis.
The symptom can occur during the day, as well as at the end of each urination. If the prostate disease is caused by trichomoniasis, gonorrhea or other sexually transmitted infections, there may be a profuse discharge of foamy purulent odor.
Symptomatic treatment is carried out with uroseptics. Men are advised to observe hygiene and regularly wash the groin area with a solution of chamomile or antiseptic to prevent irritation and maceration of the skin of the penis.
At the same time, it is important to start antibiotic therapy as soon as possible to prevent complications that at first glance constitute a harmless discharge.
Urine retention
With acute prostate edema, urination is impossible because the lumen of the initial urethra is completely blocked. The man feels the need to go to the toilet, and a shooting is felt in the suprapubic region.
When you try to urinate, the pain intensifies, but to no avail.
Herbal preparations containing, for example, saber fruit extract, help in the fight against urinary retention. They make it easier to empty the bladder and alleviate nauseating suprapubic discomfort.
Headache
Symptoms of acute prostatitis include manifestations of intoxication. The inflammatory process in the prostate is accompanied by the production of specific biochemical markers that affect the condition of the whole organism.
The disease is often accompanied by high fever, against which there is also a headache of pressing or constriction.
Analgesics from the NSAID group are suitable for pain relief. If the discomfort is mild, medications can be relieved.
Painful bowel movement
When emptying the bowel, strong pressure is put on the inflamed gland, so the man feels sharp pain. Sometimes the pain becomes so intense that the person tries to control the urge so as not to feel discomfort.
Occasionally, prostatitis is observed in prostatitis - an "unsuccessful" painful urge to defecate.
Unpleasant sensations cannot be resolved at home. The pain will disappear only after the acute inflammatory process has subsided. Do not restrain the urge for a chair, because constipation can occur, which will make the situation worse.
Lumbosacral pain
The unpleasant symptom of prostatitis is the result of general innervation (supply of nerve endings) of the pelvic organs, which causes the pain to spread to nearby parts of the body.
The pain can be dull and aching or sharp. Sharp "lumbago" in the lumbar region are also characteristic, which occur during exertion, defecation, and urination.
Pain relievers from the NSAID compartment are suitable for relieving symptoms. You should not use hot baths or heating the lumbar zone to alleviate the discomfort, as this can intensify the acute inflammatory and purulent process, accelerating its development.
Body aches
The symptom develops as one of the components of the intoxication syndrome in prostatitis. The man complains of discomfort in the joints and muscles: they seem to be twisted, stretched and squeezed at the same time.
The deficiency is similar to the onset of a cold or flu.
There are no remedies or folk remedies to relieve discomfort. This symptom mainly occurs in the background of fever, therefore, after the temperature drops (in any convenient way), the pain in the body disappears and the health condition improves.
Diagnosing chronic prostatitis at home by signs and symptoms
Chronic prostatitis differs in a number of signs, so it can be diagnosed at home, even before going to the urologist.
Painful ejaculation
Unpleasant sensations bother a man when he approaches orgasm: pains in the scrotum and perineum begin to recede, which are given to the penis. The discomfort reaches its maximum intensity during ejaculation, when a person may feel sharp spastic pain.
This situation repeats itself with each relationship, but the intensity of the painful sensations varies.
To reduce discomfort, urologists recommend regular sexual intercourse for a man (at least 2 times a week). This helps eliminate congestion in the prostate. After ejaculation, warm sitz baths help relieve withdrawal pain.
Frequent night visits to the toilet
Symptoms of chronic prostatitis include nocturia - abnormally frequent urination at night. The patient must wake up 2-3 times or more to go to the toilet.
The urge to urinate is quite painful, and urination is accompanied by discomfort in the perineum and lower abdomen. The symptom can occur regardless of the amount of fluid drunk at night.
There are no symptomatic treatments. To reduce the frequency of night awakenings, you need to limit drinking water and drinks in the evening, try to completely empty the bladder before bed.
Prison
The prostate increases in size and presses on the rectum, so the act of defecation is difficult. Men complain of persistent constipation lasting 3-4 days or more. When you try to strain, the pain occurs in the perineum, the sacral region. The symptoms bother a person for weeks or even months.
To improve stool, doctors recommend eating more vegetables and fruits, whole grains than whole grains. This food is rich in fiber, which increases the amount of feces and makes them softer. Prunes, fresh plums, kefir and other fermented dairy products have a natural laxative effect. You can use laxative tablets or suppositories for long-term constipation.
Subfebrile temperature
An increase in thermometer readings to 37-37, 5 ° C occurs with exacerbation of chronic prostatitis. This case is accompanied by headache, malaise, body aches and other typical symptoms of the disease.
The use of antipyretics is not suitable for indications up to 38 degrees on a medical thermometer. Relapse treatment should be performed, which actually caused the subfebrile condition.
Erectile dysfunction
With chronic prostatitis, sexual problems can occur not only in old age, but also in young men after the age of 30.
Patients complain that the erection is not firm enough during arousal. It causes both psychological and physical discomfort. Out of fear of "failure, " the man avoids sexual intercourse, which further exacerbates the problem.
There are many folk remedies than to treat potency problems. Just a few of them: decoctions of thyme and rose hips, berry tincture, use of propolis. A man is advised to consume more celery which has a good effect on erection and to drink ginger tea.
Reduced performance
With chronic prostatitis, a man feels constant weakness, fatigue, irritability and nervousness.
Concentration and memory inevitably decline, and it becomes more difficult to perform normal work tasks. The symptom also refers to physical work: even with less sports training or effort, muscle pain and severe fatigue occur.
During such a period, it is important to take care of yourself, rest a lot and not try to complete all tasks as much as possible in accordance with your abilities. After treating prostatitis (or at least achieving stable remission), the unpleasant symptoms will disappear, and then it will be possible to dive headlong into work.
Inability to conceive a child
With the asymptomatic course of chronic prostatitis, men often go to the doctor with the complaint that they cannot conceive a child.
Patients say they have no pain and are often wet, and even in sex everything can be normal. This option for the development of pathology is considered unfavorable, because it means that the person is already in an advanced form of the disease.
The production of viable and active sperm is a serious process regulated by the gonads and the brain. No folk recipe and symptomatic remedies will help in this case, it is important to study and solve the problem at the medical level.
Reviews: men's opinions on forums
- "I got signs of prostatitis more than a year ago. At the beginning, there was a slight pulling in the groin and perineum, and then the pain became stronger. I have noticed that I wake up 2-3 times at night to go to the toilet. I did not attach much importance. I thought I was frozen somewhere or sitting in a draft. Then the problems in sex began: the erection was unstable, the sensitivity decreased, there were no vivid sensations during orgasm. At work, a colleague advised me to bee submarines. I took it for a few months (in the form of a tincture, bought from a local beekeeper), the condition improved, the pain disappeared. "
- "I had pain in the scrotum, perineum and lower abdomen. Sometimes a few drops of pus came out of the urethra. I read reviews on the Internet, where men described the same symptoms, went to the doctor and were diagnosed with prostatitis. I know the disease is serious, so I decided not to delay treatment. The hospital did a bunch of tests and ultrasounds, prescribed pills. Prostatitis was cured, but bowel problems began, probably due to antibiotics. Then I had to buy probiotics for another 2 months, then all kinds of kefir and yogurt to remove the stomach discomfort. "
- "I thought for a long time that I had some kind of digestive problems. I didn’t even know about prostatitis - I didn’t know that the lower abdomen hurt and the stool was disturbed. I had exactly these symptoms. I even started to visit the toilet a bit, but at first I didn’t pay attention to this sign. It's good that I decided to go to the urologist after all. I was diagnosed with chronic prostatitis. I treated myself for a long time, drank different pills, put out candles. To be honest, I don’t even remember the name, it kind of popped out of my head. I feel good now. "
- "I know first hand what prostatitis is. It all started suddenly for me: there was severe pain in the scrotum and suprapubic zone, the urge to urinate was literally every 30 minutes. I suffered so much for a few days and went to the urologist. They did a urine analysis and a prostate ultrasound, they took a swab, and the doctor wanted to see what the rectal finger was, but I generally refused. . . "Acute prostatitis" turned out to have developed. The doctor prescribed antibiotics. After 2 weeks I was completely cured, so far there has been no recurrence, I hope it won’t be further, it’s scary because they say prostatitis is incurable. "
finds
With any form of prostatitis, the use of symptomatic therapy alone is not effective enough. NSAIDs or analgesics will temporarily relieve pain and fever, and uroseptics will help reduce microbial inflammation. But at the same time, the pathological process in the prostate continues to develop, becoming a chronic form. As a result, ultrasound changes (tissue sclerosis), erectile dysfunction and an increased risk of prostate cancer occur.
In order for the disease not to lead to sad consequences, a complex treatment of prostatitis is needed. The therapeutic regimen is prescribed by a doctor (urologist, rarely - andrologist), taking into account the characteristics of the disease and test results.