Inflammation of the prostate gland or chronic prostatitis is a fairly common and common urological ailment. According to medical research, about 90% of men after 35-45 years are faced with this nasty disease.
Who is at risk?
At risk are those men who lead an unhealthy lifestyle: inactivity, overweight, sedentary lifestyle. The disease is associated with the fact that in men who lead an unhealthy lifestyle, blood circulation (circulation) in the pelvic region is disturbed. Also, stagnation of blood 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.
Types of diseases
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 is always unexpected. This type of disease is very serious and requires a mandatory visit to the doctor. In some cases, hospitalization is offered to the patient. Most often, this type of disease affects men of middle and youth.
Bacterial (chronic) prostatitis
This type of disease develops due to bacterial microorganisms that do not behave as hostilely 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.
The reasons for the development of chronic prostatitis
The main causes of the development of the disease are bacteria that enter the prostate gland along with urine (through the urinary ducts). Bacteria cause chronic bacterial and acute bacterial prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis is not contagious and cannot be contracted through sexual contact. There are some factors that increase the percentage of possibility of developing this disease.
Developmental factors include:
- Problems with the development of the urinary system.
- Bladder catheterization.
- Early infection of the genitourinary system.
- Symptoms of chronic prostatitis.
Every man experiences various symptoms of the manifestation of the disease, but in the main manifestation of him there are similar symptoms.
Bacterial (acute) prostatitis manifests itself with sharp, bright symptoms, occurs suddenly, as a rule, frightens the man and immediately goes to the clinic.
Acute prostatitis, symptoms characteristics:
- Pain when urinating
- Fever (possible chills)
- Feeling of a full bladder even after emptying.
Chronic prostatitis has similar symptoms, but they are less severe than acute prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis, symptoms characteristics:
- Frequent need to empty the bladder;
- Temporary (intermittent) testicular pain;
- Bladder pain;
- Pain in the lumbar region (lower back);
- Pain during ejaculation;
- During examination by palpation, pain may appear and inflammation of the prostate gland may be felt.
Diagnosis of the disease: chronic prostatitis.
To exclude other diseases of the genitourinary system, an accurate diagnosis must 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-medication, but immediately consult a doctor at the first symptoms.
To make an accurate diagnosis, there are different scanning techniques. After all, prostatitis can manifest itself with symptoms similar to cystitis, adenoma, or urethritis.
During the exam, the doctor examines the rectum with the help of fingers (wearing medical gloves) treated with petroleum jelly. This type of exam is called a rectal exam. The prostate gland is palpated 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 if the prostate gland is enlarged and if its pain manifests itself during the examination.
If a man has chronic prostatitis, then a palpation examination will cause the patient only temporary pain and minimal discomfort, which will disappear very quickly.
Is the neglected form of chronic prostatitis dangerous?
In most cases, men ignore some of the symptoms of the manifestation of the disease and this aggravates the further development of inflammation of the prostate gland. Such a "negligent" appeal 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 a man's libido (libido) decreases. It is also possible to develop erectile function problems. Together, these diseases are very difficult to treat.
During the inflammation of the prostate gland, the normal production of secretions slows down and therefore the sperm 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.
Treatment with medication
During the diagnosis of bacterial (acute) prostatitis, the doctor may prescribe the patient to take antibiotics, for a course of about two weeks. If the prostatitis is advanced, the patient can be hospitalized and receive intravenous injections.
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 the patient is diagnosed with 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 approach to treatment, such as using different pills or massaging the prostate.
Effective treatment of chronic prostatitis largely depends on timely admission to the clinic.
Prostate massage
Men do not like prostate massage treatment, because the whole process is very unpleasant. It is worth noting that by choosing a good specialist, you can avoid all unpleasant moments and sensations during prostate massage. Massage is one of those methods that gives tangible results almost immediately.
There are many positive aspects of prostate massage, one of the main ones being that massage increases blood flow to the prostate gland. It also increases muscle tone, frees the ducts of the prostate gland, reduces inflammation, is antibacterial and enhances the effect of other treatments.
With chronic prostatitis, massage treatment is a must!
ethnoscience
Traditional medicine includes many ways to treat prostate gland problems, but the effect does not occur immediately and is not as effective as during drug treatment.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis with methods of traditional medicine has no side effects. The best recipes include treating prostatitis with chestnut peels and propolis.
For the treatment of prostatitis, chestnut husks will require hot water, which is poured into chestnut husks, after which they insist a little and drink the 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, special propolis rectal suppositories are used, which have 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 need to pay attention to the patient's diet. During the treatment of chronic prostatitis, you need to abandon the wrong lifestyle, especially tobacco and alcohol.
A man should include in his diet more fruits, vegetables, berries, special teas (herbal tinctures), as well as fermented dairy products. Heavy foods should be avoided: smoked foods, fatty foods, carbonated drinks, prepared meals, fast food.
To choose the right food during treatment, you can consult a doctor who will advise or prescribe a special diet.
Men need to undergo vitamin therapy (drink a course of vitamins), as well as enrich their body with essential trace elements.
Sports treatment
As mentioned above, prostatitis develops most often in those people who lead a sedentary and sedentary lifestyle. To maintain good male health, you need to jog or walk a lot. Running and walking improve circulation and blood flow to the genitals. Such optimal physical activity will have a beneficial effect on the health of a man.
Men should exercise in the morning, it can be both light exercises and active squats. The older a man becomes, 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 health of the man and also on the normal hormonal environment. And, as you know, sport is actively involved in the normal production of the hormone testosterone, which is the foundation of men's sexual health. Sport activates all the body's processes and increases the production of the male hormone testosterone.
Psychological treatment
When treating prostatitis, a person's psychological state of mind is important. If a person is positive about the fact that there will be a recovery soon, then most likely this will happen. But if a person in his thoughts doubts about his recovery, most often the treatment of any illness is delayed for a long time.
A man must prepare himself forever, he can also ask for the support of his loved ones, in such a difficult period. After all, any treatment is a bit stressful. Therefore, during the treatment of chronic prostatitis, it is important that there are close people who lift morale and believe in a quick cure for the disease.
A man should also try not to be nervous during treatment, especially if the treatment does not give quick results. As you know, the psychological state of mind of a man 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 men'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 prostatitis responds well to treatment. It should also be noted that prostatitis has the ability to aggravate problems in the genital area. Often times, prostatitis causes a man to lose sexual desire and desire for him. Men may not even be aware of the presence of inflammation of the prostate gland, which attributes the short-term symptoms to fatigue or other reasons, thus delaying treatment. This attitude towards your health can have the most negative consequences. Therefore, try to have an ultrasound examination of the prostate gland at least once or twice a year.
Also, men after 40 years need to visit a doctor more often, monitor not only the prostate gland, but also other organs of the reproductive system. Preventing a disease is easier than treating its consequences.