Inflammation of the prostate gland or chronic prostatitis is a relatively common and common urological disease. According to medical research, about 90% of men after 35-45 years are faced with this unpleasant disease.
Who is at risk?
At risk are men who lead unhealthy lifestyles: inactive, overweight, inactive lifestyle. The disease is associated with the fact that in men who lead an unhealthy lifestyle, blood circulation (circulation) in the pelvic area is disrupted. Further, blood stasis occurs in the reproductive system, which leads to the development of prostatitis. During the development of prostatitis, the prostate gland also enlarges, therefore, the level of urine increases, which is retained in the body and poisons the health of men.
Type of disease
Types of chronic prostatitis are bacterial and non -bacterial.
Bacterial prostatitis (acute)
This is a type of disease in which the main causative agent is a bacterial infection. Manifestations of the disease and its symptoms are always unexpected. This type of disease is very serious and requires a mandatory visit to the doctor. In some cases, patients are offered hospitalization. Often, this type of disease affects middle -aged and young men.
Bacterial prostatitis (chronic)
This type of disease develops due to bacterial microorganisms that do not behave hostile as in the acute form of the disease. Often, there are no special symptoms of the disease, or the symptoms appear very slowly and for a long time.
Causes of the development of chronic prostatitis
The main cause of the development of the disease is bacteria that enter the prostate gland along with urine (through the urinary tract). Bacteria cause chronic and acute bacterial prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis is not contagious and cannot be transmitted through sexual contact. There are several factors that increase the percentage of chances of developing this disease.
Development factors include:
- Problems with the development of the urinary system.
- Catheterization of the urinary tract.
- Early infection of the genitourinary system.
- Symptoms of chronic prostatitis.
Every man experiences a variety of symptoms of disease manifestations, but in its main manifestations there are similar symptoms.
Bacterial prostatitis (acute) manifests itself with bright and acute symptoms, occurs suddenly, as a rule, it frightens the man, and he immediately goes to the clinic.
Acute prostatitis, symptomatic features:
- Pain during urination.
- Fever (chills possible).
- Feels like a full bladder even after emptying.
Chronic prostatitis has similar symptoms, but they are less severe than acute prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis, symptomatic features:
- Frequent urge to empty the bladder;
- Temporary testicular pain (momentary);
- Pain where urination;
- Pain in the lumbar region (lower back);
- Pain during ejaculation;
- During examination with palpation, pain may appear and swelling of the prostate gland may be felt.
Diagnosis of the disease: chronic prostatitis
To exclude other diseases of the genitourinary system, an accurate diagnosis should be carried out by a qualified physician in the clinic. Often, with different diseases of one of the body systems, there are similar symptoms, so do not engage in independent research and self-medication, but immediately see a doctor at the first symptom.
To make an accurate diagnosis, there are different screening techniques. After all, prostatitis can manifest itself with symptoms similar to cystitis, adenoma or urethritis.
During the examination, the doctor examines the rectum with the help of fingers (wearing medical gloves) treated with petroleum jelly. This type of examination is called a rectal examination. The prostate gland is felt through the wall of the rectum, as it is located in front of it (in front of the rectum). With the help of this method, the doctor will be able to determine whether the prostate gland is enlarged and whether the pain is shown during the examination.
If a man has chronic prostatitis, then palpation examination will cause the patient only temporary pain and minimal discomfort, which will disappear quickly.
Is a neglected form of chronic prostatitis dangerous?
In most cases, men ignore some of the symptoms of the manifestation of the disease, and this exacerbates the development of inflammation of the prostate gland. Such "careless" appeals to one's health can lead to the fact that the normal production of hormones in the male body decreases, and problems with hormone levels can lead to the fact that male libido (libido) decreases. It is also possible to develop erectile function problems. If combined, the disease is very difficult to treat.
During inflammation of the prostate gland, the normal production of secretions slows down, and therefore sperm lose their activity. Often, the consequences of advanced chronic prostatitis are infertility and decreased potency.
Effective treatment of prostatitis
The method of treatment depends on the form of inflammation and the type of prostatitis.
Drug treatment
During the diagnosis of bacterial (acute) prostatitis, the doctor may prescribe the patient to take antibiotics, for about two weeks. If the prostatitis is advanced, the patient may be hospitalized and given an intravenous injection.
If the patient has difficulty urinating, the doctor may prescribe a catheter (urethral) connection. In many cases, bacterial prostatitis is treated with this method.
If a patient is diagnosed with chronic bacterial prostatitis, then antibiotic treatment can last from one month to three months. This type of treatment is very effective, in many cases, the patient recovers completely.
If the disease or symptoms return after treatment, the doctor may change the treatment approach, such as using a different pill or massaging the prostate.
Effective treatment of chronic prostatitis largely depends on timely admission to the clinic.
Prostate sequence
Men do not like prostate massage treatment, because the whole process is very unpleasant. Keep in mind that when choosing a good specialist, you can avoid all the unpleasant moments and sensations during a prostate massage. Massage is one of the methods that gives significant results immediately.
There are many positive aspects to prostate massage, one of the main ones being that the massage increases blood flow to the prostate gland. It also improves muscle tone, clears the ducts of the prostate gland, reduces inflammation, is antibacterial and enhances the effects of other treatments.
With chronic prostatitis, massage treatment is an essential requirement!
ethnoscience
Traditional medicine includes many ways to treat problems with the prostate gland, but the effects do not come immediately and are not as effective as during treatment with medications.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis with traditional medical methods has no side effects. The best recipes include treating prostatitis with chestnut shells and propolis.
For the treatment of prostatitis, chestnut shells will need hot water, which is poured into the chestnut shells, after which they harden a little and take an infusion, like tea.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis with propolis is a very popular method. Thanks to the rich composition of propolis, prostate problems can be cured even at the first symptoms of their manifestation. For treatment, a special rectal propolis suppository is used, which has an antibacterial effect.
Also, you can use a special propolis tincture, which has an antibacterial effect and eliminates the symptoms of chronic prostatitis.
Special diet
In order for the treatment of prostatitis to be effective, you should pay attention to the patient’s diet. During the treatment of chronic prostatitis, you should abandon the wrong lifestyle, especially tobacco and alcohol.
A man should include more fruits, vegetables, berries, special teas (herbal colors) in his diet, as well as fermented milk products. Heavy foods should be avoided: smoked foods, fatty foods, carbonated drinks, snacks, fast foods.
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 (drink a course of vitamins), as well as enrich their bodies with essential trace elements.
Sports Treatment
As noted earlier, prostatitis most often develops in people who lead sedentary and inactive lifestyles. To maintain good male health, you should do a lot of jogging or walking. Running and walking increase circulation and blood flow to the genitals. Such optimal physical activity will have a beneficial effect on a man’s health.
Men should do exercise in the morning, it can be both light exercise and active squats. The older a man gets, the more he has to devote time to his health and sports. The fact is that the entire male reproductive system depends on the general state of male health and also on a normal hormonal background. And, as you know, sports take an active part in the normal production of the hormone testosterone, which is the basis of men's sexual health. Exercise activates all processes in the body and increases the production of the male hormone testosterone.
Psychological treatment
When treating prostatitis, a person’s psychological mood is important. If someone is positive about the fact that soon there will be a recovery, then, most likely, this will happen. But if a person in his mind doubts his recovery, then most often the treatment of any disease is delayed for a long time.
A man should set himself up for good, he can also ask for support from loved ones, in difficult periods. After all, any treatment is a bit stressful. Therefore, during the treatment of chronic prostatitis, it is important that there are people nearby who will boost their morale and believe in a quick cure for the disease.
A man should also try not to get nervous during treatment, especially if the treatment does not give quick results. As you know, a man's psychological mood directly affects the health of his reproductive system. Effective treatment of prostatitis is possible only with a positive mood!
Predictions for the future after treatment of chronic prostatitis
In most cases, chronic prostatitis responds well to treatment and has no negative health effects for men.
Prostatitis develops slowly, so the main thing is not to start the progression of the disease, and at the first manifestation of the disease, you should consult a specialist.
Early prostatitis responds well to treatment. It should also be warned that prostatitis has the ability to exacerbate problems with the genital area. Often, prostatitis causes a man to lose his sexual desire and desire. Men may not 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 have the most negative consequences. Therefore, try to do an ultrasound examination of the prostate gland at least once or twice a year.
Also, men after 40 years should visit a doctor more often, checking not only the prostate gland, but also other organs of the reproductive system. Preventing disease is easier than treating its consequences.