Prostate inflammation or chronic prostatitis are quite common and common urological diseases. According to medical research, about 90% of men after 35-45 years of age are faced with this unpleasant disease.
Who is at risk?
At risk are those men who lead an unhealthy lifestyle: inactivity, overweight, sedentary lifestyle. The disease is due to the fact that in men who lead an unhealthy lifestyle, blood circulation (circulation) in the pelvic region is disturbed. Then there is stagnation of blood 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 remains in the body and poisons the health of men.
types of disease
The 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. The manifestation of the disease and its symptoms always occur unexpectedly. This type of illness is very serious and requires a mandatory visit to the doctor. In some cases, the patient is hospitalized. Most 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 as hostile as in the acute form of the disease. Most of the time, there are no special symptoms of the disease or the symptoms appear very slowly and for a long time.
Reasons for the development of chronic prostatitis
The main causes of the development of the disease include bacteria that enter the prostate with urine (through the urinary channels). Bacteria cause chronic and acute bacterial prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis is not contagious, it cannot be contracted through sexual contact (sexual contact). There are some factors that increase the percentage of possibility of developing this disease.
Development factors include:
- Problems with the development of the urinary system.
- Bladder catheterization.
- Early infection of the genitourinary system.
- Symptoms of chronic prostatitis.
Each man experiences a variety of symptoms of the disease manifestation, but in its main manifestation there are similar symptoms.
Bacterial (acute) prostatitis is manifested by bright, sharp symptoms, it occurs suddenly, as a rule, it scares a man and he immediately goes to the clinic.
Acute prostatitis, features of symptoms:
- Pain during urination.
- Fever (possible chills).
- Feeling of a full bladder even after emptying it.
Chronic prostatitis has similar symptoms, but they are less acute than acute prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis, features of symptoms:
- Frequent desire to empty the bladder;
- Temporary (periodic) pain in the testicles;
- bladder pain;
- Pain in the lumbar region (lower back);
- Pain during ejaculation;
- During examination by palpation, the manifestation of pain and probing of swelling of the prostate is possible.
Diagnosis of the disease: chronic prostatitis
To exclude other diseases of the genitourinary system, an accurate diagnosis must be made by a qualified physician at the clinic. Often, with different diseases of one of the body's systems, there are similar symptoms; therefore, do not engage in independent research and self-treatment, but immediately consult a doctor at the first symptoms.
In order to make an accurate diagnosis, there are different methods of examination. After all, prostatitis can manifest with symptoms similar to cystitis, adenoma or urethritis.
During the study, the doctor examines the rectum with the help of fingers (in medical gloves) treated with petroleum jelly. This type of exam is called a digital rectal exam. The prostate is palpable through the wall of the rectum as it is in front of it (in front of the rectum). Using this method, the doctor will be able to determine if the prostate is enlarged and if pain manifests itself during the study.
If a man has chronic prostatitis, the examination by palpation will cause the patient only temporary pain and minimal discomfort, which will pass very quickly.
Is the advanced form of chronic prostatitis dangerous?
In most cases, men ignore some of the symptoms of the manifestation of the disease, which exacerbate the development of inflammation of the prostate. Such "careless" treatment of health can lead to the fact that the normal production of hormones in the male body decreases, and problems with the hormonal background can lead to the fact that a man's libido (sexual desire) decreases. It is also possible to develop problems with erectile function. Taken together, these diseases are very difficult to cure.
During inflammation of the prostate, the normal production of secretion decreases and therefore the sperm lose their activity. Most often, the consequences of advanced chronic prostatitis are infertility and reduced potency.
Effective treatment for prostatitis
Treatment methods depend on the form of inflammation and the type of prostatitis.
drug treatment
During the diagnosis of bacterial (acute) prostatitis, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics for a course of about two weeks to the patient. If the prostatitis is advanced, the patient may be hospitalized and given intravenous injections.
If the patient has difficulty urinating, the doctor may prescribe a catheter (urethral) connection. In many cases, bacterial prostatitis is treated this way.
If a patient has chronic bacterial prostatitis, antibiotic treatment can last anywhere from one month to three months. This type of treatment is very effective, in many cases, patients recover completely.
If the illness or symptoms return after treatment, the doctor may change the treatment approach, such as using other pills or prostate massage.
Effective treatment of chronic prostatitis largely depends on timely treatment for the clinic.
prostate massage
Men do not like prostate massage treatment because the whole process is very unpleasant. It is worth mentioning that by choosing a good specialist, you can avoid all unpleasant moments and sensations during prostate massage. Massage refers to methods that almost immediately give a tangible result.
Prostate massage has many positive aspects, one of the main ones being that massage increases blood flow to the prostate. It also increases muscle tone, frees the prostate ducts, reduces inflammation, is antibacterial in nature, and potentiates the effect of other treatments.
In chronic prostatitis, massage therapy is an important necessity!
ethnoscience
Traditional medicine includes many ways to treat problems with the prostate, but the effect occurs more than once and is not as effective as during drug treatment.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis with traditional medicine has no side effects. The best recipes include treating prostatitis with chestnut shells and propolis.
To treat chestnut shell prostatitis, hot water is needed, which is poured into chestnut shells, after which they insist a little and drink the infusion as a tea.
The treatment of chronic prostatitis with propolis is a very popular method. Due to the rich composition of propolis, prostate problems can be cured from the first symptoms of their manifestation. For treatment, special suppositories of rectal propolis are used, which have an antibacterial effect.
Also, you can use a special tincture of propolis, which has an antibacterial effect and removes the symptoms of chronic prostatitis.
special diet
For the treatment of prostatitis to be effective, attention should be paid to the patient's diet. During the treatment of chronic prostatitis, you must give up the wrong lifestyle, especially tobacco and alcohol.
A man should include more fruits, vegetables, berries, special teas (herbal tinctures) as well as fermented dairy products in his diet. Heavy foods should be abandoned: smoked foods, fatty foods, carbonated drinks, convenience foods, fast food.
To choose the right foods during treatment, you can consult a doctor who will suggest or prescribe a special diet.
Men must undergo vitamin therapy (drink a course of vitamins), as well as enrich their body with essential trace elements.
sports treatment
As mentioned earlier, prostatitis usually develops in people who lead a sedentary and sedentary lifestyle. To maintain good male health, you must run or walk a lot. Running and walking improve blood circulation and blood flow to the genitals. This ideal physical activity will favorably affect a man's health.
Men should exercise in the morning, it can be light exercise and active squats. The older a man gets, the more he needs 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 the normal hormonal background. And, as you know, sport actively participates in the normal production of the hormone testosterone, which is the basis of male sexual health. Sport activates all processes in the body and increases the production of the male hormone testosterone.
Psychological treatment
In the treatment of prostatitis, a person's psychological mood is important. If a person is positively disposed to the fact that there will be a recovery soon, then most likely it will. But if a person in his thoughts doubts his recovery, then most often the treatment of any illness is delayed for a long time.
A man should prepare for good, he can also ask for support from loved ones in such a difficult time. After all, any treatment is a little stress. Therefore, during the treatment of chronic prostatitis, it is important that there are people close to you who raise 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 attitude directly affects the health of his reproductive system. Effective treatment of prostatitis is only possible 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 consequences for a man's health.
Prostatitis develops slowly, so the main thing is not to start the development of the disease, and at the first manifestations of the disease, you should consult a specialist.
Early-stage prostatitis responds well to treatment. It should also be warned that prostatitis has the ability to aggravate problems with the genital area. Often prostatitis becomes the reason why a man loses sexual desire and desire. Men may not even be aware that they have prostate inflammation, ruling out short-term symptoms due to fatigue or other reasons, so they delay treatment. Such an attitude towards health can have the most negative consequences. So try to have a prostate ultrasound exam at least once or twice a year.
In addition, men over 40 should visit a doctor more often, check not only the prostate, but also other organs of the reproductive system. It is easier to prevent a disease than to treat its consequences.