Prostate inflammation or chronic prostatitis are quite common and common urological conditions. According to medical research, about 90% of men after 35-45 years face this unpleasant disease.
Who is at risk?
Men at risk are those who lead an unhealthy lifestyle: inactivity, overweight, sedentary lifestyle. The disease occurs due to the fact that in men leading 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 also increases, as a result, the level of urine increases, which lingers in the body and poisons the health of men.
Types of diseases
The types of chronic prostatitis are: bacterial and non-bacterial.
Bacterial prostatitis (acute)
It is a type of disease whose main causative agent is a bacterial infection. The manifestation of the disease and its symptoms always occurs unexpectedly. This type of disease is very serious and requires a mandatory visit to the doctor. In some cases, the patient is offered hospitalization. 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 often 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 along with urine (through the urinary tract). Bacteria cause both chronic bacterial prostatitis and acute bacterial prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis is not contagious, it cannot be caught through sexual contact (sexual contact). Certain factors 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 manifestation of the disease, 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 frightens a man and he immediately goes to the clinic.
Acute prostatitis, symptom characteristics:
- Pain during urination.
- Fever (chills possible).
- Feeling of full bladder even after emptying it.
Chronic prostatitis has similar symptoms, but they are less acute than acute prostatitis.
Chronic Prostatitis Symptom Features:
- Frequent need to empty the bladder;
- Temporary (periodic) pain in the testicles;
- pain in the bladder;
- Pain in the lumbar region (lower back);
- Pain during ejaculation;
- When examining by palpation, the manifestation of pain and probing of swelling of the prostate gland are possible.
Diagnosis of the disease: chronic prostatitis
In order to exclude other diseases of the genitourinary system, an accurate diagnosis should be made by a qualified doctor 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-treatment, but immediately consult a doctor at the first symptoms.
In order to make an accurate diagnosis, there are various methods of examination. After all, prostatitis can manifest itself in 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 examination. The prostate gland 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 whether the prostate is enlarged and whether its pain is manifested during the study.
If a man has chronic prostatitis, the palpation examination 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 exacerbates the further development of inflammation of the prostate. Such "negligent" treatment of his health can lead to a decrease in the normal production of hormones in the male body, and problems with the hormonal background can lead to a decrease in a man's libido (sex drive). It is also possible to develop problems with erectile function. Together, these diseases are very difficult to cure.
During an inflammation of the prostate, the normal production of secretion slows down and the spermatozoa therefore lose their activity. Most often, the consequences of advanced chronic prostatitis are infertility and decreased potency.
Effective treatment of prostatitis
Treatment methods depend on the form of inflammation and the type of prostatitis.
Medical treatment
When diagnosing bacterial (acute) prostatitis, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics for a course of about two weeks to the patient. If prostatitis is advanced, the patient may be hospitalized and given intravenous injections.
If the patient has difficulty urinating, the doctor may prescribe the connection of a catheter (urethral). In many cases, bacterial prostatitis is treated this way.
If a patient has chronic bacterial prostatitis, antibiotic treatment can last from one month to three months. This type of treatment is very effective, in many cases patients recover completely.
If the disease or its 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 in the clinic.
prostate massage
Men do not like prostate massage, because the whole process is very unpleasant. It should be noted that when 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 prostate ducts, reduces inflammation, is antibacterial in nature and enhances the effect of other treatments.
In chronic prostatitis, massage therapy is an important necessity!
ethnosciences
Traditional medicine includes many ways to treat prostate problems, 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 the treatment of prostatitis with chestnut shells and propolis.
To treat prostatitis with chestnut shells, you need hot water, which is poured into chestnut shells, after which they insist a little and take the infusion like tea.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis with propolis is a very popular method. Due to the rich composition of propolis, prostate problems can be cured at the first symptoms of their manifestation. For treatment, special rectal propolis suppositories 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
In order for the treatment of prostatitis to be effective, you need to pay attention to the patient's diet. During the treatment of chronic prostatitis, you need to give up the wrong way of life, especially tobacco and alcohol.
A man should include more fruits, vegetables, berries, special teas (herbal tinctures), as well as fermented milk products in his diet. Heavy foods should be banned: smoked foods, fatty foods, soft drinks, ready meals, fast food.
In order to choose the right foods during treatment, you can consult a doctor who will suggest or prescribe a special diet.
Men should undergo vitamin therapy (drink a course of vitamins) and enrich their body with essential trace elements.
sports treatment
As mentioned earlier, prostatitis most often develops in people who lead a sedentary and sedentary lifestyle. In order to maintain good male health, you need to run or walk a lot. Running and walking improve blood circulation and blood flow to the genitals. Such optimal physical activity will favorably affect the health of a man.
Men should exercise in the morning, it can be both light exercises and active squats. The older a man gets, the more time he needs to devote 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, sports are actively involved in the normal production of the hormone testosterone, which is the basis of male sexual health. Sport activates all body processes and increases the production of the male hormone testosterone.
Psychological treatment
In the treatment of prostatitis, the psychological mood of a person is important. If a person is positively disposed to the fact that there will be a recovery soon, it is very likely to happen. But if a person in his thoughts doubts his recovery, most often the treatment of any disease is delayed for a long time.
A man needs to settle down for good, he can also seek support from loved ones in such a difficult time. 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 cheer up and believe in the timely treatment of the disease.
A man should also try not to be nervous during the treatment, especially if the treatment does not bring quick results. As you know, the psychological attitude of a man directly affects the health of his reproductive system. Effective treatment of prostatitis is possible only with a positive mood!
Predictions for the future after the 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 trigger the development of the disease, and at the first manifestations of the disease you should consult a specialist.
Prostatitis in the initial stage responds well to treatment. One should also be aware that prostatitis has the ability to exacerbate problems in the genital area. Often, prostatitis becomes the reason why a man loses his sexual desire and desire. Men may not even be aware they have an inflamed prostate, negating short-term symptoms due to fatigue or other reasons, so they postpone treatment. Such an attitude to his health can lead to the most negative consequences. Therefore, try to have a prostate ultrasound at least once or twice a year.
Also, 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.