Inflammation of the prostate gland or chronic prostatitis is a very common and common urological disease. According to medical research, after the age of 35-45, about 90% of men suffer from this unpleasant disease.
Who is at risk?
At risk are men who lead an unhealthy lifestyle: inactivity, overweight, sedentary lifestyle. The disease is associated with impaired blood circulation (circulation) in the pelvic region in men who lead an unhealthy lifestyle. Then there is blood stasis in the reproductive system, which leads to the development of prostatitis. During the development of prostatitis, the prostate gland also increases, so the level of urine rises, which stretches in the body and poisons men's health.
Types of disease
Types of chronic prostatitis: bacterial and non-bacterial.
Bacterial prostatitis (acute)
This is a type of disease in which the main cause is a bacterial infection. Manifestations of the disease and its symptoms always occur unexpectedly. This type of disease is very serious and requires a mandatory visit to the doctor. In some cases, the patient is offered hospitalization. This type of disease often affects middle-aged and young men.
Bacterial prostatitis (chronic)
This type of disease develops due to bacterial microorganisms that are not as hostile as in the acute form of the disease. Often there are no specific symptoms of the disease or the symptoms appear very slowly and for a long time.
Causes of the development of chronic prostatitis
The main causes of the disease include bacteria that enter the prostate gland through urine (through the urethra). Bacteria cause both chronic bacterial and acute bacterial prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis is not contagious and cannot be contracted through sexual intercourse (sexual intercourse). There are some factors that increase the likelihood 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.
Every man experiences different symptoms of the disease, but there are similar symptoms in its main manifestation.
Bacterial prostatitis (acute) manifests itself with bright and acute symptoms, occurs suddenly, as a rule, scares a person and immediately goes to the clinic.
Acute prostatitis, symptoms:
- Pain during urination.
- Fever (possible tremor).
- Feeling full even after emptying the bladder.
Chronic prostatitis has similar symptoms, but they are less severe than acute prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis, symptoms:
- desire to empty the bladder frequently;
- Temporary (periodic) pain in the testicles;
- pain in the bladder;
- Pain in the lower back (lower back);
- Pain during ejaculation;
- Palpation may reveal pain and swelling of the prostate gland.
Diagnosis: chronic prostatitis
To rule out other diseases of the genitourinary system, an accurate diagnosis should be made by a qualified physician in the clinic. Often, there are symptoms similar to various diseases of one of the body's systems, so do not engage in independent research and self-treatment, but consult a doctor immediately at the first symptoms.
There are various examination methods to make an accurate diagnosis. After all, prostatitis can manifest itself with symptoms such as cystitis, adenoma or urethritis.
During the examination, the doctor examines the rectum with the help of oil-treated fingers (in medical gloves). This type of examination is called a rectal examination. The prostate gland is palpated from the wall of the rectum, just as it is in front of the rectum (in front of the rectum). Using this method, the doctor will be able to determine whether the prostate gland is enlarged and whether its pain is manifested during the examination.
If a man has chronic prostatitis, palpation will give the patient only temporary pain and minimal discomfort, which will pass very quickly.
Is a severe form of chronic prostatitis dangerous?
In most cases, men ignore some of the symptoms of the disease, which exacerbates the development of inflammation of the prostate gland. Such a "careless" attitude to a person's 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 (sexual desire). Problems with erectile function can also develop. Taken together, these diseases are very difficult to treat.
Inflammation of the prostate gland slows down the normal production of secretions, and therefore the sperm lose their activity. Often the result of advanced chronic prostatitis is infertility and decreased potency.
Effective treatment of prostatitis
Treatment depends on the type of inflammation and the type of prostatitis.
Drug treatment
At the diagnosis of bacterial prostatitis (acute), the doctor may prescribe antibiotics to the patient for a course of about two weeks. If the prostatitis progresses, the patient may be hospitalized and given an intravenous injection.
If the patient has difficulty urinating, the doctor may order a catheter (urethral) connection. In many cases, bacterial prostatitis is treated in this way.
If the patient has chronic bacterial prostatitis, antibiotic treatment can last from one to three months. This treatment is very effective, in many cases, patients recover completely.
If the disease or its symptoms recover after treatment, the doctor may change the approach to treatment, for example, 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 the unpleasant moments and feelings during prostate massage. Massage is one of the methods that gives almost immediate results.
Prostate massage has many advantages, one of the main aspects is that the massage increases blood flow to the prostate gland. It also increases muscle tone, relieves prostate ducts, reduces inflammation, has antibacterial properties and increases the effectiveness of other treatments.
Massage therapy is an essential necessity in chronic prostatitis!
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Traditional medicine contains many ways to treat prostate problems, but the effects occur more than once and are 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 peels and propolis.
To treat prostatitis with chestnut peels, hot water is required, which is poured into chestnut peels, then insist a little and brewed as a tea.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis with propolis is a very popular method. Due to the rich content of propolis, prostate problems can be treated at the first signs of their manifestation. Special rectal propolis suppositories with antibacterial effect are used for treatment.
You can also use special propolis tinctures that have antibacterial effects and eliminate the symptoms of chronic prostatitis.
special diet
For the treatment of prostatitis to be effective, it is necessary to pay attention to the patient's nutrition. When treating chronic prostatitis, you should avoid the wrong lifestyle, especially tobacco and alcohol.
Men's diet should include more fruits, vegetables, berries, special teas (herbal tinctures), as well as fermented dairy products. Heavy meals should be avoided: smoked foods, fatty foods, fizzy drinks, convenience foods, fast food.
During treatment, you can consult a doctor who will suggest or prescribe a special diet to choose the right foods.
Men should undergo vitamin therapy (take a course of vitamins), as well as enrich their bodies with the necessary trace elements.
sports therapy
As mentioned earlier, prostatitis most often develops in people who lead a sedentary and sedentary lifestyle. To protect men's health, you have to run a lot or walk a lot. Running and walking improve blood circulation and blood flow to the genitals. Such optimal physical activity will have a positive effect on men's health.
Men should exercise in the morning, which can be both light exercise and active squats. As a man gets older, he should spend more time on his health and sports. The fact is that the entire male reproductive system depends on the general state of men's health, as well as the normal hormonal background. And as you know, exercise is actively involved in the normal production of the hormone testosterone, which is the basis of male sexual health. Exercise activates all processes in the body and increases the production of the male hormone testosterone.
Psychological treatment
Psychological mood is important in the treatment of prostatitis. If a person is optimistic that he will soon recover, this is likely to happen. However, if a person in his mind doubts that he will recover, the treatment of any disease is often delayed for a long time.
A man must prepare himself for good, he can ask for support from his relatives in such a difficult time. After all, any treatment is a little stressful. Therefore, in the treatment of chronic prostatitis, it is important to have people who believe that it will soon lift the mood and the disease will heal quickly.
Men should also try not to be nervous during treatment, especially if the treatment does not work quickly. As you know, a man's psychological attitude has a direct impact on the health of his reproductive system. Effective treatment of prostatitis is possible only with a positive mood!
Prognosis for the future after treatment of chronic prostatitis?
In most cases, chronic prostatitis responds well to treatment and does not cause adverse effects on men's health.
Prostatitis develops slowly, so the main thing is not to start developing the disease, and at the first signs of the disease you should consult a specialist.
In the early stages, prostatitis responds well to treatment. It should also be noted that prostatitis has the ability to exacerbate genital problems. Prostatitis is often the cause of a man's loss of sexual desire and desire. Men may not even realize that they have inflammation of the prostate gland, write down short-term symptoms due to fatigue or other reasons, and therefore delay treatment. Such an attitude towards one's own health can have the most negative consequences. Therefore, try to have an ultrasound of the prostate gland at least once or twice a year.
Men over the age of 40 should also see a doctor more often, not only the prostate gland, but also other organs of the reproductive system. Preventing the disease is easier than treating its consequences.