Prostatitis is a very common condition. And often men ask urologists the question "Can prostatitis be cured? "
Early signs of prostatitis are rarely taken seriously by men. They are gentle, and representatives of the stronger sex often choose not to pay attention to them. Negligence related to one’s own health can lead to many unintended consequences. To avoid this, it is important for men to monitor their own health closely, and in adulthood after 25 years, it is important to take preventive measures that will help prevent the development of prostatitis.
It is important to know the early signs of prostatitis, to listen to your own body, and at the slightest change, immediately make an appointment with a doctor. The disease will not go away on its own, and postponing a consultation with a specialist can only exacerbate the problem. With prostatitis, a man begins to feel problems while urinating. Many suffer from erectile dysfunction and decreased libido. If you do not use the services of an experienced doctor, then in almost half of the cases you can get one of the forms of infertility.
If the prostate gland is unable to produce the required amount of secretions, this will cause the movement of sperm to be impaired. The symptoms described below do not only occur with prostatitis. They can accompany adenomas or cancer. Therefore, it is important to undergo a thorough examination, after which an accurate diagnosis will be made by a specialized physician and an individual treatment regimen will be developed.
The first signs of prostatitis?
The form of prostatitis can be different, but the symptoms and signs of prostatitis in men are the same.
The first signs of prostatitis in men:
- due to squeezing of the urinary tract, urination becomes difficult;
- in the process of urination, a burning sensation, pain may be felt;
- potential decline;
- accelerated ejaculation;
- erectile dysfunction;
- weakens orgasm.
All of these symptoms cause general psychological anxiety and depression in men. This is due to concerns about problems in the genitourinary system. It is important when any symptoms appear, even with a mild form, to immediately make an appointment with a doctor. The stress experienced by a man due to health problems is an additional factor that weakens the body. This greatly complicates treatment, which is the cause of progressive depressive states.
Many men dealing with the disease find themselves in a kind of vicious circle, from which they cannot come out on their own. Therefore, along with traditional therapies, doctors prescribe antidepressants, which can help the treatment process on a mental level and speed up recovery.
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. It is located around and above the neck of the bladder. The location around the urinary tube is responsible for many of the unpleasant symptoms of the disease. If inflammation occurs, the gland increases in size and begins to compress the urinary tract. This causes difficulty experienced by men when urinating.
The main causes of prostatitis are as follows:
- with a large weight and an inactive lifestyle, there is a violation of blood circulation in the pelvic organs, which can lead to inflammation of the prostate;
- penetration of infection into the organ leads to its inflammation; often, prostatitis can cause genitourinary infections, less often - the flu, tonsillitis, etc. ;
- bacterial penetration into the prostate as a result of unprotected intercourse;
- injuries to small pelvic tissues and organs (the disease is considered professional for drivers whose work schedule is associated with increased load on the perineum muscles, as well as vibration and concussion);
- low physical activity and frequent hypothermia can cause prostate inflammation;
- hormonal imbalance and chronic diseases of the genitourinary system;
- irregular sex life;
- delay in urination;
- intercourse is interrupted.
If you lead an inactive lifestyle, the nervous, endocrine and cardiovascular systems will be severely affected. Disruption in the circulation of the pelvic arteries causes stagnation. The prostate begins to experience oxygen starvation, which creates conditions for the reproduction of pathogenic microorganisms in it. Such a factor may not be the main cause of prostatitis, but it creates favorable conditions for the penetration of infection into the prostate gland.
Often the cause of a secondary prostate infection is inflammation in the rectum or urethra. Infections are ascending and descending. In the first case, microbes ascend to the prostate gland from the opening of the external urethra. In the second, they enter the prostate along with the infected urine stream.
Bad habits, inactive lifestyle, unhealthy diet - all this has a negative impact on the state of the immune system. If the body’s defenses become weak, it becomes very susceptible to infections and bacteria, which cause inflammation of the prostate gland.
Is it possible to cure prostatitis on your own?
Medications themselves are something that should not be used when symptoms of prostatitis appear. Without modern diagnostic equipment and laboratory tests, a diagnosis cannot be made. Only a urologist will be able to accurately assess the clinical picture. Medications alone will not only not bring the desired results, but they can also worsen the condition.
It is important to remember that the symptoms described above can also be observed with adenomas, as well as oncology. Therefore, diagnosis is also necessary to exclude this dangerous disease. It is important to visit the doctor on time and undergo treatment according to his recommendations. Only this approach will allow you to get rid of the problem and avoid harmful health consequences.
It is important to monitor and take care of your own health. Doctors are always ready to help, the important thing is just make an appointment and get advice. Modern medicine has methods of treating inflammatory processes in the prostate gland. The sooner you get qualified help, the sooner your recovery will come.
Prostatitis is treated in a complex way with the help of various medications. The treatment regimen is chosen individually, depending on the clinical picture and age. Therefore, one can not do without contacting a medical center, and there is no question of folk methods, as well as their own medicines.
Types of prostatitis
For starters, it should be understood that the disease can occur in two forms: acute and chronic. In the first case, a general weakness, an increase in temperature, is possible. The patient begins to feel significant pain in the perineum, as well as in the groin area. Sensation may increase with bowel movements and urination.
There is irritation and increased pleasure. This is due to frequent urination into the toilet and lack of adequate clearance as the bladder is not completely emptied.
The chronic form of the disease persists without obvious symptoms. Many patients do not pay attention to the existing minor discomfort, do not rush to see a doctor. These two forms of the disease are characterized by completely different treatment approaches.
Many men, feeling the deterioration of their health, do not want to admit this to themselves and turn to their doctor when the problem becomes serious and noticeable. In the chronic stage of the disease, the pain is not severe and disappears quickly. Fatigue occurs in any case against the background of weakness of the body, but many associate it with a lack of rest. It is important to undergo a preventive examination every year, during which a specialist will be able to identify dangerous diseases at an early stage. This will allow you to start treatment immediately.
In the chronic form, changes in sexual life occur, emotional brightness during sexual intercourse decreases, and intercourse time decreases. White flakes appear in the urine that can be seen with the naked eye. Discharge from the urethra is possible in the morning.
If the acute stage of the disease is easily defeated by modern medicine, then the treatment of the chronic form can be significantly delayed. When treatment is started on time, the disease will not lead to serious consequences in sexual life.
How long is prostatitis treated?
Most men are interested in the question of how long treatment will take. However, it is impossible to predict this in advance. It all depends on the clinical picture, the timeliness of treatment and the individual characteristics of the organism. If you follow all the recommendations of the experts present strictly, you can overcome the problem and return to normal life. It is not important to self -medicate and immediately seek qualified help. Symptoms of the acute form can be relieved in a short time, relieving pain and discomfort.
Where is painful prostatitis?
As already mentioned, with this inflammatory process in the male body, pain occurs in the perineum and groin. Also, patients may experience a burning sensation in the urethra and lower back. When you have bowel movements and urination, this sensation can be significantly enhanced. In any case, only a specialized specialist can make a diagnosis. Any symptoms are just a reason to assume any disease. Without a comprehensive 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 techniques that make it possible to accurately diagnose the disease and prescribe effective treatment. Depending on the cause of prostate inflammation. In line with the changes that occur in the course of treatment, the original prescribed regimen can be adjusted.
How to diagnose prostatitis?
It is not possible to determine prostatitis independently. If the above symptoms occur, the disease can only be suspected. It is important to see a doctor right away. In accordance with the existing symptoms, the doctor will prescribe a number of studies, the results of which will help him establish an accurate picture and reach the only correct conclusion about the presence of a particular disease.
To make an accurate diagnosis in modern medicine, the following types of diagnostic studies are used:
- palpation - a physical examination that makes it possible to determine the size of the gland;
- ultrasound examination, performed transrectally through the rectum using a special sensor;
- smear from the urethra, which allows you to check the secretions of the glands, to determine the presence of bacteria;
- general urine analysis;
- ejaculation research;
- determination of levels of a special protein produced by prostate cells called PSA;
- bacteriological and cytological examination of urine;
- cystoscopy - a diagnosis used strictly for medical reasons and used if surgical intervention is expected;
- urodynamic examination, etc.
All types of diagnostics are not used at once, of course. Urologists prescribe some of those listed, depending on the clinical picture. In any case, the treating physician needs to create a picture of what is going on as reliably as possible. Only after collecting anamnesis and conducting an examination, he will have the necessary data to prescribe effective treatment and will help the patient to beat the dangerous disease.
The list of diagnostic methods above can not only be reduced, but also increased. It all depends on the needs of the doctor and the suspicions he has as a result of the symptomatology that occurs. There are many treatments for prostate inflammation today. They are all suitable for a particular clinical picture and, if chosen correctly, are effective.
It is important to consult with an experienced urologist working in a medical center who is able to provide a variety of diagnostic examinations. This is not only due to the comfort for the patient, but also to the speed of information transfer, and the coherence of team work. Among the drugs that are widely used in the treatment of inflammatory processes in the prostate gland, one can choose painkillers, antibiotics, which are necessary for the bacterial form of the disease. Also, medications are used that can reduce prostate edema, and more.
Only complex therapy recommended by the attending physician will allow you to achieve the desired result and avoid various complications. Call a modern medical center, monitor your health with special care, do not forget about the importance of preventive checkups. This is the only way to maintain health for many years and prevent the development of various diseases.