Prostatitis is an unpleasant urological disease, the probability 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 the age of 50 suffers from some type of prostatitis.
The sooner the correct treatment for prostatitis is diagnosed and prescribed, the more complete and faster the recovery will be.
Definition and causes of prostatitis.
Prostatitis is an inflammatory disease of the male prostate, which is a small and very specific glandular organ located next to the urethra and bladder.The main functions of the prostate are to control a man's urination and produce secretions that form semen.The issues of prostatitis and its 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 men and is usually infectious in nature.From the urethra, the infection travels through the blood vessels or lymphatic system to the man's prostate, 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 which the structure, functions of tissues and cells of the prostate are disturbed, 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 causes involuntary reflux of urine into the prostate and provokes inflammation of the latter.
There are many reasons that cause this disease, some of them are worth mentioning:
- all types of infections transmitted through sexual relations: ureaplasma, herpes, E. coli, chlamydia, cytomegalovirus, trichomonas, etc.;
- poor quality sexual life: insufficient and artificial prolongation of sexual relations, etc.;
- congestion in the pelvic organs and prostate of a man;
- excess weight, sedentary lifestyle;
- stressful situations, various overloads;
- immune system failure;
- general hypothermia of the body;
- hormonal imbalance;
- lack of essential microelements and vitamins in a man's body;
- drink alcohol and smoke, 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 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 somewhat differently.The acute stage of the disease is characterized by local and general symptoms:
- General discomfort.
- Fatigue.
- High body temperature - up to 40 degrees.
- Chills, fever.
- Weakness.
- Headaches.
- Frequent urge to urinate, painful sensations during the process itself.
- A weak stream of urine or its complete absence, because the prostate can compress the urethra.
- Acute pain in the perineum of varying intensity, in the groin, in the lower abdomen, depending on the location of the inflammation in the prostate in relation to the rectum, bladder neck and urethra.
- The erection mechanism is temporarily altered and a general decrease in potency occurs.
- A complex mental state of man develops.
Only after the symptoms of acute prostatitis have been precisely established, the urologist will be able to prescribe the correct treatment for prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis does not present symptoms as serious as its acute form.In most cases, it is characterized by the absence of obvious symptoms or has a mild course, mainly local in nature.This may include:
- Discomfort, mild pain in the perineum and surrounding areas.
- The pain may increase with sexual intercourse, urination, and defecation.
- Frequent need to go to the bathroom, constant feeling of incomplete emptying of the bladder.
- Some discomfort during sexual relations.
- Decreased sexual function and, as a result, impotence.
If unfavorable factors occur, an exacerbation of the disease with all the ensuing consequences may occur.When the inflammatory process spreads, other organs adjacent to the prostate are also affected: epididymis, seminal vesicles, urethra, etc., the clinical picture of the disease becomes varied.
To choose the correct 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 several methods for detecting this disease.These mainly include:
- digital prostate exam;
- prostate secretion analysis;
- bacteriological analysis of urine;
- general blood test;
- Ultrasound of the pelvic organs and prostate;
- magnetic nuclear tomography;
- urography;
- CT scan, etc.
Modern diagnostics make it possible not only to determine the presence of the disease in the male body, but also to establish the cause and its form.
General principles for the treatment of prostatitis.
After establishing an accurate diagnosis, the urologist draws up an individual comprehensive program to cure the disease for each patient, using modern methods of prostatitis treatment.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 complete recovery of the patient.
Complex treatment of various types of prostatitis may include different combinations of the following methods:
- immunocorrective therapy;
- antibiotic therapy;
- hormone therapy;
- various physiotherapy procedures;
- prostate massage;
- lifestyle changes;
- surgery, etc.
The treatment of prostatitis of a bacterial nature will differ 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 prostatitis of a bacterial nature will consist of the use of antibacterial therapy together with beta-blockers.Along with the treatment of the underlying disease, the use of symptomatic medications is often required, for example, antipyretics and analgesics.Severe forms of prostatitis are treated with hormone therapy, but under the constant supervision of a doctor, while hospitalized.
Only an integrated approach to treatment can lead to good permanent results.Now each of these areas of prostatitis treatment should be discussed more fully and specifically.
Antibacterial and hormonal therapy for prostatitis.
As mentioned above, most often prostatitis is infectious in nature.In this sense, a course of antibacterial therapy in the treatment of prostatitis is indicated for all patients, both in the course of acute and chronic disease.Taking antibiotics eliminates the main cause of inflammation.The following groups of drugs have proven to be effective in treatment:
- tetracyclines;
- macrolides;
- fluoroquinolones.
Alpha blockers are actively used in the treatment of prostatitis, with the aim of relieving spasms of the pelvic organs, thereby relieving inflammation 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 medications for a long period of 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.Indicated as an adjuvant in the treatment of prostatitis with home remedies: various infusions of soothing herbs, dill seeds, motherwort, valerian, etc.For these purposes, microenemas made from a decoction of lemon balm or chamomile are very suitable.
It is important to undergo antibacterial therapy under the supervision 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 depends directly on hormones: estrogens and androgens.Therefore, the treatment of prostatitis may include taking hormonal drugs that will reduce the volume of the prostate and reduce the inflammatory process in it.
Herbal medicine and prostate massage.
An important and integral part of prostatitis treatment is the use of direct massage of the prostate gland.The therapeutic effects of this massage are the following:
- normalizes prostate muscle tone;
- improves blood supply to the prostate;
- 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, feet shoulder-width apart, leans forward and tries to relax.The specialist, separating the patient's buttocks with one hand, carefully inserts the index finger of the other into the rectum and massages the prostate for a minute, applying pressure and stroking.An effective massage should consist of releasing a few drops of secretion into the ducts.The prostate massage procedure is painful, but 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 treating prostatitis.
General restorative therapy and immunocorrection are aimed at restoring the body as a whole, strengthening the immune system and preventing the manifestation of prostatitis in the future.The doctor prescribes the necessary multivitamins, minerals and other substances that increase immunity, especially in chronic diseases.
Physiotherapeutic methods for treating 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;
- pulse currents, etc.
At home, physiotherapy can be replaced by warm microenemas from decoctions of medicinal herbs.
Currently, many alternative methods are used for prostatitis and its treatment, which significantly expands the capabilities of modern medicine and reduces 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 a patient's pain.
When treating prostatitis, it is imperative to adopt a course towards a healthy lifestyle.To prevent the disease from recurring after treatment of acute prostatitis or ending the remission stage in chronic prostatitis, it is necessary to make important adjustments in your life to eliminate all the factors that provoke this unpleasant disease.Due attention should be paid to regular walks, good sleep, absence of stressful situations, proper nutrition, avoiding smoking and drinking alcohol, etc.
One of the treatment methods is surgery, which includes:
- radical prostatectomy;
- in the seminal vesicles;
- circumcision;
- urethral stricture;
- in the neck of the bladder, etc.
Immediately it is worth noting that this radical method is used very rarely and is not effective.Surgical intervention is prescribed when prostatitis is treated in an old way, with developed complications.This treatment for prostatitis is used in cases where conservative therapy has not given significant results.
After treatment of prostatitis, the doctor must prescribe control tests, from which appropriate conclusions can be drawn.
Treatment with traditional methods and prevention of prostatitis.
If symptoms of this disease appear, it is necessary to consult a doctor and follow all his recommendations.Treatment of prostatitis of various types with traditional methods can only serve as an excellent complement to basic medical measures.Sufficient experience in eliminating this disease has been accumulated over the years;Everyone can always choose an option acceptable to them.The main conditions 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:
- Propolis (200 g of any sunflower oil and 30 g of propolis are heated in a water bath, then the perineal area is lubricated for 2 weeks).
- Honey (combined with the juice of various medicinal plants, 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 for prostatitis can be considered not only proper nutrition, an active lifestyle, but also regular protected sexual relations.
Therefore, the treatment of prostatitis in various ways always represents a complete set of sequential measures.Only by strictly following all the instructions of the specialist will you be able to obtain the desired result and get rid of this unpleasant disease.