Prostatitis is a very common disease. And men often ask urologists, "Can prostatitis be treated? "
The first signs of prostatitis are rarely taken seriously by men. They are gentle, and members of the stronger sex often prefer not to pay attention to them. Taking care of one's health can lead to many undesirable consequences. To prevent this, it is important for men to carefully monitor their health and take preventive measures to help prevent the development of prostatitis after puberty after 25 years.
It is important to be aware of the first signs of prostatitis, to hear your body and to see a doctor immediately at the slightest change. The disease will not go away on its own, and delaying a consultation with a specialist can only aggravate the problem. Men with prostatitis begin to feel problems during urination. In many cases, erectile function is impaired and libido is reduced. If you do not use the services of an experienced doctor, then in almost half of cases you can get one of the forms of infertility.
If the prostate gland is not able to secrete enough, it will lead to impaired sperm motility. The symptoms described below are not limited to prostatitis. They may be accompanied by adenoma or cancer. Therefore, it is important to undergo a thorough examination, after which an accurate diagnosis will be made by a qualified physician and an individual treatment regimen will be developed.
The first signs of prostatitis?
The forms of prostatitis can be different, but the symptoms and signs of prostatitis are the same in men.
The first signs of prostatitis in men:
- urinary incontinence due to compression of the urethra;
- burning sensation, pain may be felt in the process of urination;
- capacity reduction;
- accelerated ejaculation;
- erectile dysfunction;
- weakening of orgasm.
All these symptoms cause anxiety and general psychological depression in men. This is due to concerns about problems in the genitourinary system. It is important to see a doctor immediately when any of the symptoms appear, even if they are mild. Stress caused by a man's health problems is an additional factor that weakens the body. This makes treatment for advanced depression very difficult.
Many men who suffer from the disease find themselves in a kind of vicious circle that cannot go away on its own. Therefore, in addition to traditional therapy, doctors prescribe antidepressants that can help with the mental healing process and speed healing.
What is prostatitis?
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland. This organ is also called the prostate. For the male reproductive organs, this gland is a small part. Located around and above the neck of the bladder. The area around the urethra is responsible for many of the unpleasant symptoms of the disease. If inflammation occurs, it grows to the size of a gland and begins to squeeze the urinary tract. This causes men to have difficulty urinating.
The main causes of prostatitis are:
- with heavy weight and sedentary lifestyle there is a violation of blood circulation in the pelvic organs, which can lead to inflammation of the prostate;
- penetration of the infection into the body causes its inflammation; most often prostatitis can cause genitourinary infections, less often - influenza, tonsillitis, etc. ;
- penetration of bacteria into the prostate due to unprotected contact;
- damage to small pelvic tissues and organs (work schedule is associated with increased load on the muscles of the perineum, as well as drivers associated with tremors and concussions, this disease is considered professional);
- low physical activity and frequent hypothermia can cause inflammation of the prostate;
- hormonal disorders and chronic diseases of the genitourinary system;
- irregular sex life;
- delayed urination;
- disconnected connection.
If you lead a sedentary lifestyle, the nervous, endocrine and cardiovascular systems are greatly affected. Circulatory disorders of the pelvic arteries cause stagnation. The prostate gland begins to experience oxygen starvation, which creates conditions for the growth of pathogenic microorganisms in it. Such factors may not be the root cause of prostatitis, but they do create the conditions for the infection to penetrate the prostate gland.
Often the cause of a secondary prostate infection is inflammation of the rectum or urethra. The infection goes up and down. In the first case, the germs rise from the external opening of the urethra to the prostate gland. Second, they enter the prostate along with the infected urine stream.
Bad habits, sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy diet - all this has a negative impact on the state of the immune system. When the body's defenses are weakened, it becomes more susceptible to infections and bacteria that cause inflammation of the prostate gland.
Is it possible to treat prostatitis yourself?
Self-medication is something that should never be used when symptoms of prostatitis appear. Diagnosis is impossible without modern diagnostic equipment and laboratory tests. Only a urologist will be able to reliably assess the clinical picture. Self-medication will not only bring the desired result, but can also aggravate the situation.
It should be remembered that the symptoms described above can be observed with adenoma, as well as oncology. Therefore, a diagnosis is needed to rule out these dangerous diseases. It is important to see a doctor in time and get treatment according to his recommendations. Only this approach will allow you to get rid of the problem and avoid its dangerous consequences.
It is important to monitor and take care of your health. Doctors are always ready to help, it is just important to make an appointment and get advice. In modern medicine, there are methods to treat the inflammatory process in the prostate gland. The sooner you seek professional help, the sooner you will recover.
Prostatitis is treated in a complex way with the help of various drugs. The treatment regimen is selected individually depending on the clinical picture and age. Therefore, you can not do without going to a medical center, and there can be no talk of any folk remedies, as well as self-medication.
Types of prostatitis
To begin with, it is necessary to understand that the disease can occur in two forms: acute and chronic. In the first case, a general disorder, an increase in temperature is possible. Patients begin to feel sharp pain in the perineum, as well as in the groin area. Sensitivity may be increased by bowel movements and urinary excretion.
There is irritation and increased excitement. This is due to frequent urination to the toilet and lack of adequate relief because the bladder is not completely emptied.
The chronic form of the disease continues without any obvious symptoms. Many patients do not pay attention to the existing minor concerns and do not hurry to see a doctor. Both forms of the disease are characterized by completely different approaches to treatment.
Many men who feel that their health is deteriorating are reluctant to admit it to their doctor when the problem becomes serious and manifests itself. In the chronic phase of the disease, the pain is not severe and passes quickly enough. Fatigue in any case occurs against the background of weakening of the body, but many attribute it to lack of rest. It is important to undergo annual preventive examinations, during which specialists will be able to identify a dangerous disease at the earliest stages. This will allow you to start treatment immediately.
In the chronic form, changes occur in sexual life, the brightness of emotions during sexual intercourse decreases, the duration of intercourse decreases. White flakes are visible in the urine that can be seen with the naked eye. Urethral discharge is possible in the morning.
While it is easy for modern medicine to overcome the acute phase of the disease, treatment of the chronic form can be significantly delayed. When treatment is started on time, the disease will not cause serious consequences in sexual life.
How is prostatitis treated?
Most men wonder how long the treatment will last. But it is impossible to predict. It all depends on the clinical picture, the timing of treatment and the individual characteristics of the organism. If you strictly follow all the recommendations of the participating specialist, you can cope with the problem and return to normal life. It is important not to self-medicate and seek professional help immediately. The symptoms of the acute form can be eliminated in a short time by relieving pain and discomfort.
Where does prostatitis hurt?
As already mentioned, this inflammatory process in the male body causes pain in the perineum and groin. Patients may also experience a burning sensation in the urethra and lower back. These sensations can be greatly intensified when you have bowel movements and urination. In any case, only a specialized specialist can make a diagnosis. Any symptom is a reason to assume any disease. Without a thorough diagnosis, no specialist will be responsible for diagnosis and treatment.
Who treats prostatitis?
Urologists are involved in the treatment of this complex common disease. Urologists have modern methods that allow to accurately diagnose the disease and prescribe effective treatment. Depending on the cause of inflammation of the prostate. Depending on the changes that occur during treatment, the initially prescribed regimen can be adjusted.
How to diagnose prostatitis?
Prostatitis cannot be diagnosed independently. If the above symptoms occur, the disease can only be suspected. It is important to see a doctor immediately. Depending on the symptoms, the doctor will prescribe a series of tests, the results of which will help him to create an accurate picture and come to the only correct conclusion about the presence of a particular disease.
The following types of diagnostic tests are used in modern medicine to make an accurate diagnosis:
- palpation - a physical examination that allows you to determine the size of the gland;
- ultrasound examination performed rectally through the rectum using a special sensor;
- a smear from the urethra, which allows you to check the secretion of the gland, to determine the presence of bacteria;
- general urinalysis;
- discharge examination;
- Determination of the level of a specific protein produced by prostate cells called PSA;
- bacteriological and cytological examination of urine;
- cystoscopy - a diagnosis used for serious medical reasons and when surgery is expected;
- urodynamic examination, etc.
Of course, not all types of diagnostics are used at once. Urologists prescribe several of these, depending on the clinical picture. In any case, the attending physician should establish the picture of what happened as reliably as possible. Only after collecting a medical history and examinations will he receive the necessary information to prescribe effective treatment and help the patient to overcome a dangerous disease.
The above list of diagnostic methods can not only be reduced, but also increased. It all depends on the needs of the doctor and the doubts that arise as a result of the symptoms. Today, there are many treatments for prostatitis. All of them are suitable for a particular clinical picture and are effective if chosen correctly.
It is important to consult an experienced urologist working at a medical center who is able to provide a full range of diagnostic tests. This is due not only to the convenience of patients, but also to the speed of data transmission, the coherence of team work. Among the drugs widely used in the treatment of inflammatory processes in the prostate gland, we can distinguish painkillers, antibiotics, which are necessary for the bacterial form of the disease. Also, medications that can reduce prostate edema and many others are used.
The complex therapy offered only by the attending physician will allow you to achieve the desired result and avoid various complications. Contact modern medical centers, pay special attention to your health, do not forget about the importance of preventive examinations. This is the only way to maintain good health for many years and prevent the development of various diseases.