Prostatitis is an unpleasant urological disease, the probability of which in men increases in 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 sooner the correct treatment of 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 gland, which is a small, very specific glandular organ located next to the urethra and bladder.The prostate's main functions are to control a man's urination and to produce secretions that make up sperm.Prostatitis problems and treatment have been addressed in 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 most often infectious in nature.From the urethra, the infection passes through the blood vessels or the lymphatic system to the man's prostate gland, where an acute inflammatory process develops.If at this time you do not consult a doctor and do not treat the disease, it will acquire a chronic character in a short period of time, in which the structure, functions of the 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.A leading place among them is occupied by chronic spasm of the urethra, leading to the involuntary return 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 sexually transmitted infections: ureaplasma, herpes, E. coli, chlamydia, cytomegalovirus, trichomonas, etc.;
- low-quality sexual life: insufficient, artificial prolongation of intercourse, etc.;
- congestion in the pelvic organs and in the prostate of the man;
- overweight, inactive lifestyle;
- stressful situations, various overloads;
- immune system failure;
- general hypothermia of the body;
- hormonal imbalance;
- lack of basic trace elements and vitamins in the man's body;
- drinking alcohol and smoking, etc.
Only an experienced urologist can provide quick and effective treatment of prostatitis.Strictly speaking, chronic and acute prostatitis can be detected at any age.Chronic inflammation of the prostate gland is most common in older men.
Symptoms in the treatment of prostatitis in men, diagnostic methods
The symptoms of acute and chronic inflammation of the prostate gland in men manifest themselves a little differently.The acute stage of the disease is characterized by local and general symptoms:
- General malaise.
- Fatigue.
- High body temperature - up to 40 degrees.
- Chills, fever.
- Weakness.
- Headache.
- Frequent urge to urinate, painful sensations during the process itself.
- A weak stream of urine or its complete absence, as the prostate can compress the urethra.
- Sharp pain in the perineum of varying intensity, in the groin area, lower abdomen - depending on the location of inflammation in the prostate in relation to the rectum, bladder neck, urethra.
- The mechanism of erection is temporarily impaired and there is a general decrease in potency.
- A complex mental state of the person develops.
Only after accurately identifying the symptoms of acute prostatitis, the urologist will be able to prescribe the correct course of treatment for prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis does not have such severe symptoms as its acute form.It is most often characterized by a lack of obvious symptoms or has a mild course, mostly of a local nature.This may include:
- A nagging, mild pain in the perineum and surrounding areas.
- The pain may increase with intercourse, urination and defecation.
- Frequent urge to go to the toilet, constant feeling of incomplete emptying of the bladder.
- Some discomfort during intercourse.
- Decreased sexual function and, as a result, impotence.
If unfavorable factors occur, an exacerbation of the disease may occur with all the resulting consequences.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.
In order to choose the right course and method of treatment of prostatitis of different etiology, it is necessary to carry out a detailed diagnosis of the disease and make the correct diagnosis.Currently, doctors have in their arsenal various methods for detecting this disease.They mainly include:
- digital prostate examination;
- analysis of prostate secretion;
- bacteriological analysis of urine;
- general blood test;
- Ultrasound of the pelvic organs and the prostate gland;
- magnetic nuclear tomography;
- urography;
- computed tomography, etc.
Modern diagnostics allow not only to determine the presence of the disease in the male body, but also to establish the cause and its form.
General principles of prostatitis treatment
After establishing an accurate diagnosis, the urologist draws up an individual complex program for the treatment of 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 a complete recovery of the patient.
Complex treatment of various types of prostatitis may include various combinations of the following methods:
- immunocorrective therapy;
- antibiotic therapy;
- hormone therapy;
- various physiotherapy procedures;
- prostate massage;
- lifestyle changes;
- surgery etc.
Treatment for prostatitis that is bacterial in nature will differ from non-bacterial prostatitis.In the first case, it is necessary to undergo a course of antibiotics from the group of fluoroquinolones, and in the second - a course of anti-inflammatory drugs.Treatment of chronic bacterial prostatitis will consist of the use of antibacterial therapy together with beta-blockers.Along with the treatment of the underlying disease, the use of symptomatic drugs, for example, antipyretics and pain relievers, is often required.Severe forms of prostatitis are treated with hormone therapy, but under the constant supervision of a doctor while on an inpatient basis.
Only an integrated approach to treatment can lead to lasting good 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, the course of antibacterial therapy in the treatment of prostatitis is indicated for each patient, both in acute and chronic disease.Taking antibiotics eliminates the main cause of the inflammation.The following groups of drugs have proven their effectiveness in treatment:
- tetracyclines;
- macrolides;
- fluoroquinolones.
Alpha-blockers are actively used in the treatment of prostatitis, aimed at relieving spasms of the pelvic organs, thus relieving the swelling of the prostate and stopping the return of secretions to this organ.As a result, there is a reduction 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 pain relievers.Shown as an aid in the treatment of prostatitis with folk remedies: various soothing herbal decoctions, fennel seeds, motherwort, valerian, etc.Microenemas made from lemon balm or chamomile decoction 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 complete exclusion of alcohol.
It is known that the development and functioning of the prostate gland depends directly 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 treatment 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;
- enhances the effect of antibiotics;
- restores the function of the channels, etc.
This procedure should be trusted only to a professional doctor in a specialized clinic.
The essence of the procedure for the treatment of prostatitis is as follows: the patient with his feet shoulder-width apart leans forward and tries to relax.The specialist, opening 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, applying pressure and stroking.An effective massage should include dropping a few drops of secretions into the channels.The prostate massage procedure is painful, but it is simply indispensable 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 phytotherapy in the treatment of prostatitis is the external and internal use of infusions, juices, decoctions of medicinal plants, for example: yarrow, 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 manifestation of prostatitis in the future.The doctor prescribes the necessary multivitamins, minerals and other substances that increase immunity, especially in chronic diseases.
Physiotherapy methods for the treatment of prostatitis include actions aimed at activating blood circulation in the pelvic organs to improve the effect of antibacterial therapy.These include:
- magnetophoresis;
- electrophoresis;
- laser therapy;
- impulse currents, etc.
At home, you can replace physical therapy with warm micro-enemas from decoctions of medicinal herbs.
Currently, many alternative methods of treatment and treatment of prostatitis are used, 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 neuromodulation therapy will effectively relieve the patient's pain.
When treating prostatitis, it is mandatory to switch to a healthy lifestyle.In order to prevent the return of the disease after treatment of acute prostatitis or completion of the stage of remission with chronic prostatitis, it is necessary to make significant adjustments in your life, to eliminate all factors that provoke this unpleasant disease.It is necessary to pay due attention to regular walks, good sleep, lack of stressful situations, proper nutrition, avoiding 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 of prostatitis is used in cases where conservative therapy did not lead to significant results.
After treatment of prostatitis, 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 various types of prostatitis with traditional methods can only serve as an excellent addition to the main medical measures.Over the years, enough experience has been gained to eliminate this disease;everyone can always choose an acceptable option for themselves.The main conditions for effective treatment of the disease, especially its chronic form, is the regular use of high-quality ingredients according to the prescribed recipe.
You can look at several 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, active lifestyle, but also regular protected sex.
Thus, the treatment of various forms of prostatitis always represents a whole complex of consecutive measures.Only by strictly following all the specialist's instructions can you get the desired result and get rid of this unpleasant disease.