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Prostatitis

How to treat prostatitis in men: drugs and the first signs of prostatitis.

Prostatitis is characterized as inflammation of the prostate tissue, which occurs due to the development of stagnation in it.

In the modern world, this is the most common urinary disease in men of all ages.According to statistics, after 30 years prostatitis affects 30% of the male population, after 40 - 40%, after 50 - 50% and then increasing.

However, if we take into account the diagnostic features and the possibility of the disease occurring in a latent form, the actual number is much higher.

Consult your doctor about prostatitis symptoms

Reasons for development

Currently, the causes of prostatitis are divided into two large groups:

  1. Infectious - (sexually transmitted infections (penetration of pathogens into prostate tissue - bacteria, viruses, bacteria, fungi, etc.): also the presence of foci of chronic infection (chronic tonsillitis, sinusitis, kidney pathology), surgery on the pelvic organs).
  2. Non-infectious (stasis) (reduced immunity, hypothermia, reduced physical activity, sedentary lifestyle, prolonged abstinence from sexual intercourse and vice versa, excessive sexual activity, alcohol abuse).

The development of prostatitis is facilitated by trauma, impaired blood and lymph circulation in the pelvic organs and hormonal disorders (absolute or relative androgen deficiency).

Therefore, it is emphasized that the single penetration of pathogens into organ tissues is not always and necessarily the cause of disease development.The most frequently identified pathogen was Escherichia coli (86%), followed by Klebsiella, Proteus, Enterococcus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.Regarding streptococci, staphylococci, chlamydia, mycoplasmas and ureaplasmas, researchers have different views on their importance in the development of the disease.Very rarely, prostatitis is caused by specific pathogens (treponema pallidum, Koch's bacillus).

Classify

Currently, an international classification of prostatitis has been adopted, which is the most complete classification and includes all types of inflammation:

  1. Type I. Acute prostatitis;
  2. Type II.Chronic bacterial prostatitis;
  3. Type III.Chronic nonbacterial prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome - a disease with no detectable infection, lasting more than 3 months;
    • Subcategory III A. Chronic inflammatory pelvic pain syndrome (leukocytes detected in prostatic secretions);
    • Subcategory III B. Chronic noninflammatory pelvic pain syndrome (absence of leukocytes in prostatic secretions);
  4. Type IV.Asymptomatic chronic prostatitis (leukocytes are present in prostatic secretions, the patient has no complaints, the disease is discovered incidentally).

first sign

The main signs of acute prostatitis are increased body temperature and frequent urination, accompanied by pain and weak pressure.Additionally, signs of prostatitis include burning in the perineum and pain in the rectum during bowel movements.During the purulent stage, the abscess may open spontaneously and leak pus from the urethra or rectum.

Signs of the chronic form are a burning sensation in the urethra and perineum, pus discharge during defecation or urination, and increased fatigue and discomfort.

Difficulty urinating with prostatitis is very dangerous. If not treated promptly, it can lead to acute urinary retention.Men should not ignore indirect signs of the development of prostatitis such as complete or partial loss of sexual desire, rapid, sometimes painful ejaculation and prolonged erection at night.All these symptoms are characteristic of prostatitis, even in its uncomplicated and fully treatable stages.

Symptom

If acute prostatitis simply cannot go unnoticed, then with chronic prostatitis many people do not notice certain signs or do not attach importance to them.

We list the main symptoms of prostatitis in men:

  1. Problems with urination.Due to the narrowing of the urethral lumen, the urine flow may become slow, dilute, or intermittent.To have a bowel movement, the patient must make an effort, which usually does not happen.Sometimes urine literally has to be squeezed out drop by drop, especially in the early stages of urination.Pain often occurs.Many patients have frequent urges to urinate (especially at night), which is due to stimulated nerve endings.Even after going to the toilet, many people still have the feeling that the bladder has not been completely emptied, which is due to an enlarged prostate and bladder compression.In severe cases, unintentional or involuntary urine leakage may occur.
  2. Painful feeling.As a rule, they are localized in the perineum, pubic bone or testicles, in the groin or lumbar region.The pain can occur suddenly and pass quickly, is often quite intense but is often dull or aching in nature.
  3. Issues of a sexual nature will inevitably arise.First, your sex drive will decrease significantly.Second, erection problems may occur.Third, due to the problem of ejaculation (ejaculation), the average duration of sexual intercourse will change: it may become short due to premature ejaculation or, conversely, too long due to delayed ejaculation.Fourth, the feeling will also change because the orgasm will no longer be obvious.Fifth, the amount of sperm will decrease significantly (only a few drops can be secreted, which is not normal).
  4. Another characteristic symptom is problems conceiving.If a man is planning to have children, then fertilization with prostatitis becomes impossible due to the inability of sperm to survive or not have enough mobility.
  5. Discharge from the urethra.They are usually white and viscous and are observed most often in the morning.
  6. In acute cases, body temperature increases (up to 38-39°), fever, general deterioration, weakness, malaise and other similar manifestations.Such symptoms of prostatitis often occur suddenly, without prerequisites.

In addition, many people also have psychological problems related to the above symptoms.A man can become less confident about himself, his self-esteem will decrease greatly, he will be depressed or irritable and anxious.Many representatives of the stronger sex feel embarrassed by such delicate issues and do not see the need to talk about them, keeping everything to themselves.And this puts great pressure on the psychology, changes behavior and in some cases can lead to depression or nervous breakdown.

Chronic prostatitis

Many men do not pay much attention to the symptoms of prostatitis in the early stages.These are dull pains in the bladder area, causing frequent urges to go to the toilet.Stronger sex drive is associated with disruption of normal ejaculation and erection with age and no rush to consult a doctor.Such a frivolous attitude leads to the development of chronic prostatitis.

So, we list the general symptoms of different forms of chronic prostatitis:

  1. Discomfort and pain in the urethra when urinating or having sex, mild purulent discharge from the urethra (mainly after prolonged urinary retention).
  2. Moderate discomfort and/or pain in the form of “pain” and severity in the perineal area, arising or enhanced after alcohol consumption, physical activity or sexual intercourse.Sometimes they are temporary and paroxysmal.
  3. Reduced ability to fertilize, which is caused by an increase in the acidity of secretions, a decrease or absence of sperm mobility and their adhesion (gluing) at the head.
  4. Sudden urge to urinate (sometimes up to 3 times within 1 hour) and the feeling of insufficient bladder emptying, which is caused by a violation of the nervous regulation of the prostate, muscle fibers and bladder.
  5. Pain during orgasm or loss of orgasm, ejaculation disorders, manifested in premature ejaculation or conversely, when having sex for too long.These phenomena are associated with the inflammatory process in the spermatic tube area or its scarring due to inflammation.

To diagnose the disease, you need to consult a urologist.Through tests, doctors make a diagnosis and prescribe medication.

Diagnose

For an accurate diagnosis, the man needs to be examined and tested by a doctor.When suffering from prostatitis, the patient feels pain when palpating the perineum.Palpation inside the rectum reveals the presence of swelling in the prostate area;it becomes dense to the touch.Patients complain of problems with the genitourinary system.After collecting the history, the patient must undergo a detailed blood test to look for the presence of excess protein, increased white blood cell levels, and prostatic antigen.

To rule out infection, the patient must undergo a urethral smear test.The laboratory will culture the identified bacteria and test them for sensitivity to certain antibiotics.For accurate imaging, ultrasound of the pelvic organs is performed.It clearly shows inflammation and prostate enlargement.If the gland has grown a lot, then during an ultrasound you can see the presence of residual urine in the bladder.

After completing all tests and studies, the man will be fully diagnosed and prescribed treatment.

the prostate is healthy and becomes inflamed with prostatitis

Drugs to treat prostatitis in men: list

Complex treatment for various types of prostatitis may include different combinations of the following methods:

  • immunomodulatory therapy;
  • antibiotic treatment;
  • hormone therapy;
  • various physiotherapy procedures;
  • prostate massage;
  • lifestyle changes;
  • surgery, etc.

Medical treatment of prostatitis involves taking a variety of medications, including antibiotics:

  • alpha blockers;
  • Hormonal drugs;
  • muscle relaxants;
  • immune regulation;
  • rectal suppositories;
  • antibacterial medicine.

When treating with antibiotics, fluoroquinol and macrolides are preferred because they can accumulate in the necessary concentrations in prostate tissue.Penicillin and tetracycline are used less frequently.

Prostate massage

Prostate massage shows good results.The gland receives a complex effect.First of all, it is possible to remove the inflammatory secretions accumulated in the prostate from the body (it is released during massage).Improving blood circulation through these manipulations helps fight various types of stagnation, and also promotes good penetration of antibiotics into glandular tissue.

Prostate massage for prostatitis

Exercise set

Prostate exercises:

  1. This absolutely simple exercise is used for both treatment and prevention.It involves squeezing and relaxing the anal muscles.These muscles are responsible for holding back the flow of urine when urinating.Try tightening and relaxing a muscle group.This will increase blood flow in the gland area.
  2. To improve blood circulation, use a contrast shower.To do this, direct the water stream to the bottom of the pot.First, 30 seconds of very warm water, followed by 10 seconds of cool water.
  3. In the absence of acute symptoms, you can self-massage.This is done to improve blood flow.The exercise is best performed in a lying position.The massage point is located between the anus and scrotum.Pressing should be confident but not aggressive.Time 3-5 minutes.

Be sure to consult your doctor before using these exercises.Sometimes their use is completely unacceptable.

Immunity

Decreased immunity negatively affects health.

This factor is one of the fundamental factors in the development of the disease and its exacerbation.Prolonged use of antibiotics, which is necessary for prolonged prostatitis, also reduces the body's defenses.Therefore, patients should consult an immunologist to choose an immune-modulating strategy.

Physical therapy

Physiotherapy for chronic prostatitis is aimed at activating blood circulation.

For this purpose, the patient is exposed to lasers, ultrasound and magnetic vibrations are used.In some cases, these procedures are replaced by warm enemas, which are regularly given to the patient.You should take Sitz baths, mud therapy and mineral water.

Candle

All suppositories for the treatment of prostatitis have one of the following properties: pain relief (non-steroidal drug), spasm relief (based on papaverine), elimination of the inflammatory process (contains antibiotics).

rectal suppositories for the treatment of prostatitis

Traditional treatment for prostatitis

Treatment of prostatitis at home is carried out only for uncomplicated or chronic relapsing forms.Traditional methods can increase the body's ability to fight infections and reduce pain.

  1. Pumpkin seeds have long been used by physicians to treat prostatitis.They are a good and affordable folk remedy for the treatment of this disease.Since these seeds contain a lot of zinc, which is essential for any man of any age, they are effective in treating prostatitis quickly.You only need to eat 30 seeds a day before meals.This is exactly the daily rate of zinc for the body.
  2. The seeds and roots of the plant are both suitable.The crushed roots are boiled for 10 minutes at the rate of half a glass of raw materials per 1 liter of water.The entire amount of decoction is taken in equal parts instead of water.Seeds are brewed 4 teaspoons per cup of boiling water.Soak in pot for 40 minutes or in thermos for 15 minutes.Consume about 3-5 times a day, one tablespoon.
  3. The main ingredient is witch hazel.To treat prostatitis, you need to use witch hazel bark or witch hazel leaves.You can brew both ingredients alternately, alternating them.Just know that the bark needs to be aged twice as long because it is harder.So, take a spoonful of witch hazel leaves (or bark) and mix it in a cup of boiling water.Close the lid tightly and wait half an hour.Then filter and drink 1/4 cup 4 times a day.It is better to use fresh twigs every time, but you can also use twigs that have been used several times.Usually, a week of such procedures is enough – and prostatitis will disappear.
  4. To treat the disease, candles are made and stored in the freezer.For the dough, take 1 spoon of honey, 1 egg and about 3 spoons of flour.The ingredients are mixed until smooth, forming a candle.Use in two batches, morning and evening, 1 pill each, for 1 month with a 10-day break.
  5. Celandine is used with caution.The plant is poisonous, overdose can lead to severe poisoning.At the same time, medicine from celandine will clean the body from polyps, tumors, cysts, and prevent prostate tumors.Freshly squeezed juice is diluted with alcohol in equal proportions.Drink daily, diluted with 50 ml of water.Start treatment with 1 drop, increasing concentration by 1 drop per day for 60 days.After 10 days, the course is repeated.

Most folk remedies are used 1-3 times daily for a course of 20-30 days.Treatment with homemade herbal remedies lasts longer because the effect is milder than medication but is safer for the body, especially when there are concurrent diseases of the intestines and stomach.Treatment must be accompanied by physical exercises: leg raises, squats.It is recommended to walk intensively for 15-30 minutes every day.

Pumpkin seeds treat prostatitis

Complications of prostatitis

If not treated promptly and adequately, prostatitis can become complicated by the following conditions:

  • the development of chronic prostatitis;
  • bladder obstruction;
  • the development of infertility;
  • recurrent cystitis;
  • narrowing of the urethra;
  • pyelonephritis;
  • prostate abscess;
  • sepsis.

Some of the above conditions require urgent surgical intervention!

Preventive measures

Prevention means avoiding triggers.A healthy lifestyle, protected sex and having a sexual partner will reduce the likelihood of genitourinary system infections.Strengthening the overall health of the body and increasing immune defenses are also preventive measures for prostatitis.