Prostatitis is an unpleasant urological disease, the likelihood of which in men increases in direct proportion to their age.
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According to medical statistics, almost half of the male population after 50 years suffers from some form of prostatitis.
The earlier it is diagnosed and prescribed the right treatment for prostatitis, the more complete and faster the recovery will be.
Definition and causes of prostatitis
Prostatitis is an inflammatory disease of the male prostate gland, which is a small, highly specific glandular organ located near the urethra and bladder.The main functions of the prostate are to control a man's urination and to produce secretions that make up sperm.Issues of prostatitis and treatment have been addressed in past centuries.
Depending on the causes of the disease, acute prostatitis, chronic non-bacterial prostatitis 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 most often infectious in nature.From the urethra, the infection passes through blood vessels or the lymphatic system to the male prostate gland, where an acute inflammatory process develops.If at this moment you do not consult a doctor and do not treat the disease, then 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 break down, 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 them should be mentioned:
- all types of infections transmitted through sexual intercourse: ureaplasma, herpes, E. coli, chlamydia, cytomegalovirus, trichomonas, etc.;
- poor quality sex life: insufficient, artificial prolongation of sexual relations, etc.;
- congestion in the pelvic organs and a man's prostate;
- overweight, inactive lifestyle;
- stressful situations, various overloads;
- failure of the immune system;
- general hypothermia of the body;
- hormonal imbalance;
- lack of trace elements and essential 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 gland in men are manifested somewhat differently.The acute phase of the disease is characterized by local and general symptoms:
- General illness.
- Fatigue.
- High body temperature - up to 40 degrees.
- Chills, fever.
- Weakness.
- Headache.
- Frequent urge to urinate, painful sensations during the process itself.
- Weak urine flow or its complete absence, because the prostate can press on the urethra.
- Acute pain in the perineum of varying intensity, in the groin areas, at the bottom of the abdomen - depending on the location of inflammation in the prostate in relation to the rectum, bladder neck, urethra.
- The mechanism of erection is temporarily interrupted and there is a general decrease in potency.
- A complex mental state of a man develops.
Only after the symptoms of acute prostatitis have been accurately determined, the urologist will be able to prescribe the appropriate course of treatment for prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis does not have symptoms as severe as its acute form.Most often it is characterized by the absence of any visible symptoms or has a mild course, mainly of a local nature.This may include:
- Discomfort, small pains in the perineum and surrounding areas.
- The pain may increase with sexual intercourse, urination and defecation.
- The frequent desire to go to the toilet, the constant feeling of incomplete emptying of the bladder.
- Some discomfort during sexual intercourse.
- Decreased sexual function and, as a result, impotence.
If unfavorable factors occur, a worsening of the disease may occur with all the consequences that follow.When the inflammatory process spreads widely, other organs adjacent to the prostate are also involved: epididymis, seminal vesicles, urethra, etc., the clinical picture of the disease becomes diverse.
To choose the right course and method of treatment for prostatitis of various etiologies, it is necessary to make 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 examination;
- prostate secretion analysis;
- bacteriological analysis of urine;
- general blood test;
- Ultrasound of pelvic organs and prostate gland;
- nuclear magnetic tomography;
- urography;
- computed tomography, etc.
Modern diagnostics makes it possible not only to determine the presence of the disease in the male body, but also to determine its cause and form.
General principles for the treatment of prostatitis
After making an accurate diagnosis, the urologist designs a comprehensive individual program for curing the disease for each patient, using modern methods of prostatitis treatment.It should be noted that long-term 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 complete recovery of the patient.
Complex treatment for different types of prostatitis may include different combinations of the following methods:
- immunocorrective therapy;
- antibiotic therapy;
- hormonal therapy;
- various physiotherapy procedures;
- prostate massage;
- lifestyle changes;
- surgery etc.
Treatment for bacterial prostatitis will differ from non-bacterial prostatitis.In the first case, it is necessary to take a course of antibiotics from the group of fluoroquinolones, and in the second, a course of anti-inflammatory drugs.Treatment for chronic bacterial prostatitis will consist of the use of antibacterial therapy in conjunction with beta-blockers.Along with the treatment of the underlying disease, the use of symptomatic medications, for example, antipyretics and pain relievers, is often required.Severe forms of prostatitis are treated with hormonal therapy, but under the constant supervision of the doctor, while in the hospital.
Only an integrated approach to treatment can lead to good permanent results.Now each of these areas of prostatitis treatment should be discussed in more detail and specifically.
Antibacterial and hormonal therapy for prostatitis
As mentioned above, most often prostatitis is of an infectious nature.In this regard, a course of antibacterial therapy in the treatment of prostatitis is indicated for each patient, with the course of acute and chronic disease.Taking antibiotics eliminates the main cause of inflammation.The following groups of drugs have been proven effective in treatment:
- tetracycline;
- macrolides;
- fluoroquinolones.
Alpha-blockers are actively used in the treatment of prostatitis, aimed at relieving spasms of the pelvic organs, thus 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 medicine 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 pain relievers.It is indicated as an adjunct in the treatment of prostatitis with folk remedies: various soothing herbal infusions, fennel seeds, valerian, etc.Microclysms made from decoction of lemon balm or chamomile are suitable for these purposes.
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 the complete exclusion of alcohol.
It is known that the development and function of the prostate gland directly depends on the 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 in it.
Herbal medicine 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 prostate muscle tone;
- improves blood supply to the prostate gland;
- increases the effect of antibiotics;
- restores the function of channels, etc.
This procedure should only be entrusted to a professional doctor in a specialized clinic.
The essence of the procedure for treating prostatitis is as follows: the patient, with his legs 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 the rectum and massages the prostate gland for a minute, performing pressure and strokes.An effective massage should include the release of several drops of secretion into the channels.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.
Herbal medicine in the treatment of prostatitis in men is an auxiliary method that has a beneficial effect on the final result.The essence of herbal medicine 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 treatment methods for prostatitis
General restorative therapy and immunocorrection are aimed at restoring the organism as a whole, strengthening the immune system and preventing the occurrence of prostatitis in the future.The doctor prescribes the necessary multivitamins, minerals and other substances that increase immunity, especially for chronic diseases.
Physiotherapy methods of treating prostatitis include actions aimed at activating blood circulation in the pelvic organs to increase the effect of antibacterial therapy.These include:
- magnetophoresis;
- electrophoresis;
- laser therapy;
- pulse currents etc.
At home, you can replace physical therapy with warm microclyses from decoctions of medicinal plants.
Currently, many alternative methods are used for prostatitis and treatment, 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 course towards a healthy lifestyle.To prevent the return of the disease after the treatment of acute prostatitis or the end of the remission phase with chronic prostatitis, it is necessary to make important adjustments in your life, to remove all the factors that provoke this unpleasant disease.Proper attention should be paid to regular walks, good sleep, absence of stressful situations, proper nutrition, avoiding smoking and alcohol, etc.
One of the treatment methods is surgery, which includes:
- radical prostatectomy;
- in the seminal vesicles;
- circumcision;
- narrowing of the urethra;
- in 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 prostatitis treatment, the doctor should prescribe control tests, based on 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 serve as an excellent addition to basic medical measures.Over the years, enough experience has been accumulated to get rid of this disease;everyone can always choose an acceptable option for themselves.The main conditions for the effective treatment of the disease, especially in its chronic form, is the regular use of high-quality ingredients according to the specified recipe.
You can consider some effective recipes designed to fight prostatitis:
- Propolis (200 g of each sunflower oil and 30 g of propolis are heated in a water bath, then the perineal area is lubricated with it for 2 weeks).
- Honey (combined with the juice of various medicinal plants, taken orally 2 times a day, 2 tablespoons).
- Pumpkin seeds (pumpkin seed powder is taken 2 tablespoons before meals, 2 times a day).
Prevention after complex treatment of prostatitis can be considered not only proper nutrition, an active lifestyle, but also regular protected sex.
Thus, the treatment of prostatitis of various forms always represents a whole complex of sequential measures.Only by strictly following all the specialist's instructions can you get the desired result and get rid of this unpleasant disease.