Symptoms and treatment of prostatitis

Prostatitis is an unpleasant urological disease, the probability of which in men increases in direct proportion to their age.

According to medical statistics, almost half of the male population after 50 years suffers from some form of prostatitis.

The sooner the correct treatment for prostatitis is diagnosed and prescribed, the more complete and rapid the recovery will be.

Definition and causes of prostatitis

Prostatitis is an inflammatory disease of the male prostate gland, a small and very specific glandular organ located near the urethra and bladder.The main functions of the prostate are to control the man's urination and produce the secretions that make up sperm.The problems of prostatitis and treatment have been addressed in the past centuries.

Depending on the causes of the disease, acute prostatitis, chronic prostatitis of a non-bacterial nature and chronic infectious prostatitis are distinguished.Depending on the different forms of the disease, different treatment methods will be prescribed for different types of prostatitis.

Acute prostatitis usually occurs in young people and is often infectious in nature.From the urethra, the infection travels through the blood vessels or lymphatic system to the man's prostate gland, where an acute inflammatory process develops.If you do not consult a doctor at this time and do not treat the disease, in a short period of time it will become chronic in nature, in which the structure, functions of the tissues and cells of the prostate are disrupted, which can lead to irreversible consequences.

Inflammatory processes of the prostate can be caused and maintained for a long time by non-infectious factors.The main place among them is occupied by chronic spasm of the urethra, which leads to involuntary reflux of urine into the prostate, causing inflammation of the latter.

There are many reasons that cause this disease, some of which should be mentioned:

• all types of infections transmitted through sexual intercourse: ureaplasma, herpes, E. coli, chlamydia, cytomegalovirus, trichomonas, etc.;
• poor-quality sexual life: insufficient and artificial prolongation of sexual intercourse, etc.;
• congestion in the pelvic organs and prostate of a man;
• excess weight, inactive lifestyle;
• stressful situations, various overloads;
• failure of the immune system;
• general hypothermia of the body;
• hormonal imbalance;
• lack of essential microelements and vitamins in a man's body;
• drinking alcohol and smoking, etc.

Only an experienced urologist can provide quick and effective treatment for prostatitis.Strictly speaking, chronic and acute prostatitis can be detected at any age.In older men, chronic inflammation of the prostate gland is more common.

Symptoms in the treatment of prostatitis in men, diagnostic methods

Symptoms of acute and chronic inflammation of the prostate in men manifest themselves slightly differently.The acute stage of the disease is characterized by local and general symptoms:

1. General malaise.
2. Fatigue.
3. High body temperature - up to 40 degrees.
4. Chills, fever.
5. Weakness.
6. Heachache.
7. Frequent urge to urinate, painful sensations during the process itself.
8. A weak flow of urine or its complete absence, because the prostate can compress the urethra.
9. Sharp pain in the perineum of varying intensity, in the groin area, in the lower abdomen - depending on the localization of inflammation in the prostate in relation to the rectum, the neck of the bladder, the urethra.
10. The erection mechanism is temporarily disrupted and a general decrease in potency occurs.
11. A complex mental state of man develops.

Only after having precisely established the symptoms of acute prostatitis will the urologist be able to prescribe the correct course of prostatitis treatment.

Chronic prostatitis does not have symptoms as serious as its acute form.Most often it is characterized by the absence of obvious symptoms or has a mild course, mainly of a local nature.This can include:

1. Annoying and mild pain in the perineum and surrounding areas.
2. The pain may increase with sexual intercourse, urination and defecation.
3. Frequent urge to go to the bathroom, constant sensation of incomplete emptying of the bladder.
4. Some discomfort during sexual intercourse.
5. Decreased sexual function and, consequently, impotence.

If unfavorable factors occur, an exacerbation of the disease with all the ensuing consequences may occur.When the inflammatory process expands, other organs adjacent to the prostate are also involved: epididymis, seminal vesicles, urethra, etc., the clinical picture of the disease becomes varied.

To choose the right course and method of treatment for prostatitis of various etiologies, it is necessary to conduct a detailed diagnosis of the disease and make the correct diagnosis.Currently, doctors have in their arsenal various methods for detecting this disease.These mainly include:

• digital prostate exam;
• analysis of prostate secretion;
• bacteriological analysis of urine;
• general blood test;
• Ultrasound of the pelvic organs and prostate;
• nuclear magnetic tomography;
• urography;
• computed tomography, etc.

Modern diagnostics allows not only to determine the presence of the disease in the male body, but also to establish its cause and its form.

General principles for the treatment of prostatitis

Having established an accurate diagnosis, the urologist draws up for each patient an individual comprehensive program for treating the disease, using modern methods of treating prostatitis.It should be noted that long-standing chronic prostatitis cannot be completely cured, but every effort can be made to prolong the state of remission of the disease for many years.Treatment of acute prostatitis, if all the doctor's recommendations are followed, leads to the patient's complete recovery.

Complex treatment for various types of prostatitis may include different combinations of the following methods:

• immunocorrective therapy;
• antibiotic therapy;
• hormone therapy;
• various physiotherapeutic procedures;
• prostate massage;
• lifestyle changes;
• surgery, etc.

The treatment for bacterial prostatitis will be different from that of non-bacterial prostatitis.In the first case it is necessary to take a course on the use of antibiotics from the fluoroquinolone group, and in the second a course on anti-inflammatory drugs.Treatment of chronic bacterial prostatitis will consist of the use of antibacterial therapy in combination with beta-blockers.Along with the treatment of the underlying disease, the use of symptomatic drugs, for example, antipyretics and painkillers, is often required.Severe forms of prostatitis are treated with hormone therapy, but under the constant supervision of a doctor, during hospitalization.

Only an integrated approach to treatment can lead to good permanent results.Now each of these areas of prostatitis treatment should be discussed more thoroughly and specifically.

Antibacterial and hormone therapy for prostatitis

As mentioned above, most often prostatitis is infectious in nature.In this regard, a course of antibacterial therapy is indicated for each patient in the treatment of prostatitis, with the course of both acute and chronic disease.Taking antibiotics eliminates the root cause of inflammation.The following groups of drugs have proven effective in treatment:

• tetracyclines;
• macrolides;
• fluoroquinolones.

Alpha-blockers are actively used in the treatment of prostatitis, aimed at relieving spasms of the pelvic organs, thereby relieving swelling of the prostate and stopping the return of secretions to this organ.As a result, there is a decrease in inflammation in the organ itself.It is important to take the drugs for a long time, up to 8 months.

At the same time, to improve the patient's well-being, it is necessary to take antispasmodics and painkillers.Indicated as an adjuvant in the treatment of prostatitis with folk remedies: various infusions of soothing herbs, dill seeds, motherwort, valerian, etc.For these purposes, microenemas based on lemon balm or chamomile decoction are suitable.

It is important to undergo antibacterial therapy under the guidance of a specialist;self-medication in this case is unacceptable.It can make the situation worse.Treatment of prostatitis with antibiotics requires complete exclusion of alcohol.

It is known that the development and functioning of the prostate gland directly depends on hormones: estrogens and androgens.Therefore, the treatment of prostatitis may include taking hormonal drugs that will reduce the volume of the prostate gland and reduce the inflammatory process inside it.

Phytotherapy and prostate massage

An important and integral part of the treatment of prostatitis is the use of direct massage of the prostate gland.The therapeutic effects of this massage are as follows:

• normalizes the muscle tone of the prostate;
• improves blood supply to the prostate gland;
• improves the effect of antibiotics;
• restores the function of ducts, etc.

This procedure should only be entrusted to a professional doctor in a specialized clinic.

The essence of the procedure for the treatment of prostatitis is as follows: the patient, with feet shoulder-width apart, leans forward and tries to relax.The specialist, spreading the patient's buttocks with one hand, carefully inserts the index finger of the other hand into his rectum and massages the prostate gland for a minute, performing pressure and stroking.An effective massage should result in the release of a few drops of secretion into the ducts.The prostate massage procedure is painful, but it is simply irreplaceable for the treatment of prostatitis.However, prostate massage has some contraindications:

• prostate cancer;
• cysts;
• prostate stones and some others.

Phytotherapy in the treatment of prostatitis in men is an auxiliary method that has a beneficial effect on the final result.The essence of phytotherapy in the treatment of prostatitis is the external and internal use of infusions, juices, decoctions of medicinal plants, for example: calamus, St. John's wort, burdock, etc.This method has no negative side effects or negative effects on other organs.

Immunocorrection, physiotherapy and other methods of treatment of prostatitis

General restorative therapy and immunocorrection are aimed at restoring the body as a whole, strengthening the immune system and preventing the future manifestation of prostatitis.The doctor prescribes the necessary multivitamins, minerals and other substances that increase immunity, especially in chronic diseases.

Physiotherapeutic methods for the treatment of prostatitis include actions aimed at activating blood circulation in the pelvic organs to enhance the effect of antibacterial therapy.These include:

• magnetophoresis;
• electrophoresis;
• laser therapy;
• impulsive currents, etc.

At home, you can replace physical therapy with warm microenemas from decoctions of medicinal herbs.

Currently, many alternative methods of prostatitis and treatment are used, significantly expanding the capabilities of modern medicine and reducing the recovery period.For example, hirudotherapy eliminates blood stagnation in the pelvic organs, improves blood circulation and tissue nutrition.A course of neuromodulatory therapy will effectively relieve pain in a patient.

When treating prostatitis, it is imperative to follow a path to a healthy lifestyle.To prevent the disease from returning after treatment of acute prostatitis or ending the remission phase with chronic prostatitis, you need to make significant changes in your life, eliminate all factors that provoke this unpleasant disease.Due attention should be paid to regular walks, good sleep, absence of stressful situations, proper nutrition, avoidance of smoking and alcohol, etc.

One of the treatment methods is surgery, which includes:

• radical prostatectomy;
• on the seminal vesicles;
• circumcision;
• urethral stricture;
• on the neck of the bladder, etc.

It is worth noting right away that this radical method is used extremely rarely and is not effective.Surgical intervention is prescribed when prostatitis is treated in an old form, with developed complications.This treatment for prostatitis is used in cases where conservative therapy has not brought significant results.

After treatment of prostatitis, the doctor must prescribe control examinations on the basis of which appropriate conclusions can be drawn.

Treatment with traditional methods and prevention of prostatitis

If symptoms of this disease appear, you should consult a doctor and follow all his recommendations.Treatment of prostatitis of various types with traditional methods can only be an excellent addition to basic medical measures.Over the years, sufficient experience has been accumulated to eliminate this disease;everyone can always choose an option acceptable for themselves.The main condition for effective treatment of the disease, especially its chronic form, is the regular use of high-quality ingredients according to the specified recipe.

You can consider several effective recipes designed to combat prostatitis:

1. Propolis (200 g of any sunflower oil and 30 g of propolis are heated in a water bath, then the perineal area is lubricated with it for 2 weeks).
2. Honey (combined with the juice of various medicinal plants, taken orally 2 times a day, 2 tablespoons).
3. Pumpkin seeds (pumpkin seed powder should be taken 2 tablespoons before meals, 2 times a day).

Prevention after complex treatment for prostatitis can be considered not only proper nutrition, an active lifestyle, but also protected and regular sexual intercourse.

Therefore, the treatment of prostatitis of various forms always represents a whole complex of sequential measures.Only by strictly following all the instructions of the specialist can you achieve the desired result and get rid of this unpleasant disease.