Inflammation of the prostate gland or chronic prostatitis is a fairly common and common urological condition. According to medical research, about 90% of men after the age of 35-45 are faced with this unpleasant disease.
Who is at risk?
At risk are those men who follow an unhealthy lifestyle: inactivity, overweight, sedentary lifestyle. The disease is associated with the fact that in men who follow an unhealthy lifestyle, the blood circulation (circulation) in the pelvic area is disturbed. Furthermore, 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 is maintained 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 onset of the disease and its symptoms are always unexpected. This type of disease is very serious and requires a mandatory visit to a doctor. In some cases, hospitalization is recommended. 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 hostilely as in the acute form of the disease. Most of the time, there are no particular 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 disease are bacteria that enter the prostate gland along with the urine (through the ureters). Bacteria cause both chronic bacterial and acute bacterial prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis is not contagious and cannot be contracted through sexual contact. There are several factors that increase the likelihood of developing this disease.
Growth factors include:
- Problems with the development of the urinary system.
- Bladder catheterization.
- Early infection of the urogenital system.
- Symptoms of chronic prostatitis.
Every man experiences different symptoms of the manifestation of the disease, but in its main manifestation there are similar symptoms.
Bacterial prostatitis (acute) manifests itself with intense and acute symptoms, appears suddenly, as a rule, scares the man and immediately goes to the clinic.
Acute prostatitis, symptoms of symptoms:
- Pain when urinating.
- Fever (possible chills).
- Feeling full bladder even after emptying.
Chronic prostatitis has similar symptoms, but is less severe than acute prostatitis.
Chronic prostatitis, characteristics of symptoms:
- Frequent desire to empty the bladder.
- Temporary (intermittent) testicular pain.
- Bladder pain?
- Low back pain (lower back).
- Pain during ejaculation.
- During the palpation examination, pain may occur and the swelling of the prostate may be felt.
Diagnosis of the disease: chronic prostatitis
In order to rule out other diseases of the urogenital 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 consult a doctor immediately with the first symptoms.
To make an accurate diagnosis, there are different examination techniques. After all, prostatitis can present with symptoms similar to cystitis, adenoma or urethritis.
During the examination, the doctor examines the rectum with the help of fingers (wearing medical gloves) that have been treated with Vaseline. This type of test is called a rectal exam. The prostate gland is felt through the wall of the rectum, as it is 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 his pain manifests itself during the examination.
If a man has chronic prostatitis, then a palpation test will cause the patient only temporary pain and minimal discomfort, which will subside very quickly.
Is neglected form of chronic prostatitis dangerous?
In most cases, men are unaware of some of the symptoms of the disease and this exacerbates the further development of inflammation of the prostate gland. Such a "negligent" appeal to one's health can lead to a decrease in the normal production of hormones in the male body and problems with hormone levels can lead to a decrease in a man's libido (libido). Erectile dysfunction is also possible. Overall, these diseases are very difficult to treat.
During 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 reduced potency.
Effective treatment of prostatitis
Treatment methods depend on the form of inflammation and the type of prostatitis.
Medication
At the diagnosis of bacterial prostatitis (acute), the doctor may prescribe antibiotics to the patient for a period of about two weeks. 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 connection (urethra). In many cases, bacterial prostatitis is treated with this method.
If the patient is diagnosed with chronic bacterial prostatitis, then antibiotic treatment can last from one month to three months. This type of treatment is very effective, in many cases, patients fully recover.
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 depends largely on early admission to the clinic.
Prostate massage
Men do not like prostate massage therapy, because the whole procedure is very unpleasant. It is worth noting that when choosing a good specialist, you can avoid all the unpleasant moments and sensations when massaging the prostate. Massage is one of those methods that gives tangible results almost immediately.
There are many positive aspects to prostate massage, one of the main ones being that massage increases blood flow to the prostate gland. It also increases muscle tone, frees the pores of the prostate gland, reduces inflammation, is antibacterial and enhances the effect of other treatments.
With chronic prostatitis, massage therapy is a must!
ethnoscience
Traditional medicine includes many ways to treat prostate problems, but the result does not come immediately and is not as effective as with medication.
The treatment of chronic prostatitis with traditional medicine methods has no side effects. The best recipes include treating prostatitis with chestnut shells and propolis.
To treat prostatitis, chestnut shells will require hot water, which is poured into chestnut shells, after which they insist for a while and take 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 with the first symptoms of their manifestation. Special anal propolis suppositories are used for treatment, which have antibacterial action.
You can also use a special propolis tincture, which has antibacterial action and removes the symptoms of chronic prostatitis.
Special diet
For prostatitis treatment to be effective, you need to pay attention to the patient's diet. When treating chronic prostatitis, you should give up 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, fatty foods, carbonated beverages, convenience foods, fast food.
To choose the right food during treatment, you can consult a doctor who will advise you or prescribe a special diet.
Men should undergo vitamin therapy (drink a range of vitamins), as well as enrich their body with essential trace elements.
Sports Therapy
As mentioned earlier, prostatitis develops more often in those people who follow a sedentary and sedentary lifestyle. To maintain good male health, you should 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 a man's health.
Men need to do exercises 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. Exercise activates all processes in the body 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 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 his recovery, then usually the treatment of any disease is delayed for a long time.
A man must be set up for good, he can also ask for support from loved ones, in such a difficult period. After all, any treatment is a small stress. Therefore, during the treatment of chronic prostatitis, it is important to have those people nearby who will raise their 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, a man's psychological mood 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 adverse effects on men's health.
Prostatitis develops slowly, so the main thing is not to start the development of the disease and in the first manifestations of the disease, you should consult a specialist.
Early prostatitis responds well to treatment. It should also be warned that prostatitis has the ability to aggravate problems with the genital area. Often, prostatitis causes a man to lose his sexual desire and desire. Men may not even be aware of the presence of inflammation of the prostate gland, attributing short-term symptoms to fatigue or other reasons, so they delay treatment. This attitude towards your health can have the most negative consequences. Therefore, try to do an ultrasound examination of the prostate at least once or twice a year.
Also, men after 40 years should visit a doctor more often, to check not only the prostate gland, but also other organs of the reproductive system. Preventing a disease is easier than dealing with its consequences.