Inflammation of the prostate gland or chronic prostatitis is a very common and common urological disease. According to medical research, after the age of 35-45, about 90% of men suffer from this unpleasant disease.
Who is at risk?
At risk are men who lead an unhealthy lifestyle: inactivity, overweight, sedentary lifestyle. The disease is associated with impaired blood circulation (circulation) in the pelvic region in men living an unhealthy lifestyle. In addition, blood stasis occurs in the reproductive system, which leads to the development of prostatitis. During the development of prostatitis, the prostate gland also grows, so the level of urine rises, is stored in the body and poisons men's health.
Types of diseases
Types of chronic prostatitis are bacterial and non-bacterial.
Bacterial prostatitis (acute)
This is a type of disease in which the main cause is a bacterial infection. The manifestation of the disease and its symptoms are always unpredictable. This type of disease is very serious and requires a mandatory visit to the doctor. In some cases, the patient is offered hospitalization. This type of disease often affects middle-aged and young men.
Bacterial prostatitis (chronic)
This type of disease develops due to bacterial microorganisms that are not as hostile as in the acute form of the disease. Often there are no specific symptoms of the disease or the symptoms appear very slowly and for a long time.
Causes of chronic prostatitis
The main causes of the disease are bacteria that enter the prostate gland with urine (through the urethra). Bacteria cause both chronic bacterial and acute bacterial prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis is not contagious and cannot be sexually transmitted. There are some factors that increase the likelihood of developing this disease.
Development factors include:
- Problems with the development of the urinary system.
- Bladder catheterization.
- Early infection of the genitourinary system.
- Symptoms of chronic prostatitis.
Every man experiences different symptoms of the disease, but its main manifestation has similar symptoms.
Bacterial prostatitis (acute) manifests itself with bright and acute symptoms, occurs suddenly, as a rule, frightens the man, and he immediately goes to the clinic.
Acute prostatitis, symptoms:
- Pain when urinating.
- Fever (heartburn is possible).
- Feeling of fullness even after emptying the bladder.
Chronic prostatitis has similar symptoms, but they are less severe than acute prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis, symptoms:
- desire to empty the bladder frequently;
- Temporary (intermediate) testicular pain;
- Bladder pain;
- Pain in the lower back (lower back);
- Pain during ejaculation;
- Palpation may show pain and swelling of the prostate gland.
Diagnosis of the disease: chronic prostatitis
To rule out other diseases of the genitourinary system, an accurate diagnosis should be made by a qualified physician in the clinic. Often, there are similar symptoms with various diseases of one of the body systems, so do not engage in independent research and self-treatment, but consult a doctor immediately at the first symptoms.
There are various examination methods to make an accurate diagnosis. After all, prostatitis can manifest itself with symptoms such as cystitis, adenoma or urethritis.
During the examination, the doctor examines the rectum with the help of oil-treated fingers (wearing medical gloves). This type of examination is called a rectal examination. Because the prostate gland is located in front of the rectum (in front of the rectum), it is felt through the wall of the rectum. With the help of this method, the doctor will be able to determine whether the prostate gland is enlarged and whether its pain manifests itself during the examination.
If a man has chronic prostatitis, palpation will cause the patient only temporary pain and minimal discomfort, which will pass very quickly.
Is the neglected form of chronic prostatitis dangerous?
In most cases, men ignore some of the symptoms of the disease, which further aggravates the development of inflammation of the prostate gland. Such a "negligent" approach to health can lead to a decrease in the normal production of hormones in the male body, and problems with hormonal levels can lead to a decrease in male libido (libido). The development of erectile function problems is also possible. Together, these diseases are very difficult to treat.
Inflammation of the prostate gland slows down the normal production of secretions, and therefore sperm lose their activity. Often, the consequences of advanced chronic prostatitis are infertility and decreased potency.
Effective treatment of prostatitis
Treatment depends on the form of inflammation and the type of prostatitis.
Drug treatment
At the diagnosis of bacterial prostatitis (acute), the doctor may prescribe antibiotics for a course of about two weeks. If the prostatitis progresses, the patient may be hospitalized and given an intravenous injection.
If the patient has difficulty urinating, the doctor may order a catheter (urethral) connection. In many cases, bacterial prostatitis is treated this way.
If the patient is diagnosed with chronic bacterial prostatitis, then antibiotic treatment can last from one to three months. This treatment is very effective, in many cases patients recover completely.
If the disease or its symptoms return after treatment, the doctor may change the approach to treatment, for example, using different pills or massaging the prostate.
Effective treatment of chronic prostatitis depends mainly on timely visit to the clinic.
Prostate massage
Men do not like prostate massage, because the whole process is very unpleasant. It should be noted that when choosing a good specialist, you can avoid all the unpleasant moments and feelings during prostate massage. Massage is one of the methods that gives almost immediate results.
Prostate massage has many advantages, one of the main features of which is that the massage increases blood flow to the prostate gland. It also increases muscle tone, loosens prostate ducts, reduces inflammation, is antibacterial and enhances the effects of other treatments.
Massage therapy is an important necessity in chronic prostatitis!
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Traditional medicine contains many ways to treat problems with the prostate gland, but the effect does not come immediately and is not as effective as during drug treatment.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis with traditional medicine has no side effects. The best recipes include the treatment of prostatitis with chestnut peels and propolis.
To treat prostatitis, chestnut peels will require hot water, which is poured into chestnut peels, after which they insist a bit and take an infusion as a tea.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis with propolis is a very popular method. Thanks to the rich content of propolis, prostate problems can be treated even at the first signs of their manifestation. Special rectal propolis suppositories with antibacterial effect are used for treatment.
You can also use special propolis tinctures that have antibacterial effects and relieve the symptoms of chronic prostatitis.
Special diet
For the treatment of prostatitis to be effective, it is necessary to pay attention to the patient's nutrition. When treating chronic prostatitis, you should avoid the wrong lifestyle, especially tobacco and alcohol.
Men's diet should include more fruits, vegetables, berries, special teas (herbal tinctures), as well as fermented dairy products. Heavy foods should be avoided: smoked foods, fatty foods, fizzy drinks, ready meals, fast food.
To choose the right food during treatment, you can consult a doctor who will advise or prescribe a special diet.
Men should undergo vitamin therapy (take a course of vitamins), as well as enrich their bodies with the necessary trace elements.
Sports therapy
As mentioned earlier, prostatitis most often develops in people who lead a sedentary and sedentary lifestyle. You have to run or walk a lot to protect men's health. Running and walking improve blood circulation and blood flow to the genitals. Such optimal physical activity will have a beneficial effect on men's health.
Men should do morning exercises, which can be both light exercises and active squats. As a man gets older, he should spend more time on his health and sports. The fact is that the entire male reproductive system depends on the general state of men's health, as well as the normal hormonal background. And as you know, exercise is actively involved in the normal production of the hormone testosterone, which is the basis of male sexual health. Exercise activates all processes in the body and increases the production of the male hormone testosterone.
Psychological treatment
Psychological mood is important in the treatment of prostatitis. If a person is optimistic that he will soon recover, this is likely to happen. However, if a person in his mind doubts that he will recover, the treatment of any disease is often delayed for a long time.
A person must build himself for the good, he can ask for support from his relatives in such a difficult time. After all, any treatment is a little stressful. Therefore, in the treatment of chronic prostatitis, it is important to have people nearby who will raise their morale and believe that the disease will heal quickly.
Men should also try not to be nervous during treatment, especially if the treatment does not work quickly. As you know, a man's psychological state has a direct impact on the health of his reproductive system. Effective treatment of prostatitis is possible only with a positive mood!
Prognosis for the future after treatment of chronic prostatitis
In most cases, chronic prostatitis responds well to treatment and has no adverse health consequences for men.
Prostatitis develops slowly, so the main thing is not to start the development of the disease, and at the first manifestations of the disease you should consult a specialist.
Early prostatitis responds well to treatment. It should also be noted that prostatitis has the ability to exacerbate genital problems. Prostatitis often causes a man to lose his sexual desire and desire. Men may not even be aware of the presence of inflammation of the prostate gland, linking short-term symptoms to fatigue or other causes, so they delay treatment. This attitude towards your health can lead to the most negative consequences. Therefore, try to have an ultrasound examination of the prostate gland at least once or twice a year.
Also, after the age of 40, men should see a doctor more often, not only the prostate gland, but also other organs of the reproductive system. Preventing the disease is easier than treating its consequences.