Congestive prostatitis is a disease that occurs against the background of prostate gland dysfunction. The main reason for the development of the disease is stagnation in the prostate. A similar pathology can develop in men of all ages. Recently, cases of detection of this disease in young people have become more frequent.
Reasons
Occurrence of prostate stasis always indicates the development of an inflammatory process that prevents the full functioning of the male prostate gland. The process of bleeding comes out difficult, and the gland ceases to empty completely, as a result of which its secretion stagnates.
Very often this disease develops against the background of chronic prostatitis. Therefore, the patient may not be aware of the presence of stagnant processes in his body for a long time.
Prostate overload can occur for a variety of reasons. As a rule, this disease is non-bacterial and occurs due to the influence of the following factors:
- Lack of continuous intimate life. Frequent arousal without subsequent ejaculation, unstable sexual intercourse, incomplete ejaculation, frequent sex after prolonged abstinence can lead to the appearance of stagnant processes.
- Anatomical features. If a person has venous valve insufficiency or weakness of the vein walls of the urogenital plexus. Spinal cord injuries, as well as diseases such as herniated discs or osteochondrosis. With physical damage to the spine, it is possible for a prolonged spasm of the vessels of the prostate gland to occur. Frequent hypothermia of the body, work in a room with active air conditioning, the presence of drafts, etc.
- Bad habits - smoking, alcohol abuse. As a result, the patient may experience paralysis of the small vessels of the genitourinary system.
- Chronic fever in the pelvic area. This phenomenon can also be attributed to anatomical features. Frequent colitis and diarrhea.
- Eating problems, dehydration.
According to most experts, the main cause of stagnation lies in the varicose veins of the lower extremities. In this case, there is a violation of blood circulation to the pelvic organs, due to which the prostate begins to fill with blood.
Often the cause of the disease can be an inflammatory process localized in the organs of the pelvis or rectum. Also, the disease can be caused by hormonal disruption.
Various acute or chronic infections can also provoke stagnant processes in the prostate. Penetration of the infection into the prostate gland occurs through the urethra. Infection is also possible through the rectum, blood or lymph vessels.
Who is at risk
Continuous sedentary work is a direct route to a stagnant prostate.
Despite the fact that this disease develops suddenly, it can be completely prevented if provocative factors are excluded from daily life. At risk of developing stagnant processes in the prostate are:
- People with a sedentary lifestyle. First of all, we are talking about those people who work while sitting down.
- Patients suffering from frequent constipation.
- People who eat improperly and neglect healthy and nutritious foods.
- Smokers and people with severe alcohol dependence.
Symptoms
In most cases, this disease is asymptomatic, and therefore it is almost impossible to determine its presence at home. The first sign of the disease is the presence of pain in the perineal region. It usually gets worse with walking. However, the disease has certain symptoms, which need to be discussed in more detail.
The main symptoms of congestive prostatitis are:
- Decreased sexual potency and drive. Worsening of the erection.
- Reducing the amount of sperm, reducing its viability.
- Frequent premature ejaculation.
- Decreased orgasm quality.
- Persistent burning sensation in the urethra and bladder.
- Problems with urination, which is permanent and painful.
- There is aching pain in the groin extending to the sacrum or inner thigh.
- There is constant burning and discomfort in the bladder and ureter.
Nonspecific symptoms of congestive prostatitis include general weakness, decreased performance, sleep disorders, and general irritability.
Classification
Currently, prostate congestion can be seen with the following types of prostatitis:
- Chronicle.As a rule, it develops in the absence of a regular sex life or its replacement by masturbation. Obesity, cessation of sexual intercourse, stress, poor blood supply, a sedentary lifestyle - all of these factors eventually lead to the development of chronic prostatitis. In chronic prostatitis, ejaculation is usually secreted in the form of a clot. Prostate massage or intercourse can improve the patient's condition, but the effect will be short-lived.
- Venoz.Appears in the presence of pathologies of the venous system. If a patient has varicose veins, as a result of which there is an accumulation of venous blood in the venous system of the small pelvis, then stagnant processes can also be localized in the prostate gland. The consequence of this is prostatitis.
- Ngecur.Occurs due to incomplete emptying of parts of the prostate gland, as a result of which it is constantly in an overloaded state with blood, which contributes to the development of inflammation. Most often, this form of prostatitis occurs in middle-aged men.
- Infectious.In this case, the cause of the disease is an infection that enters the prostate gland through the genitourinary system. If this occurs against the background of the course of cognitive prostatitis, then the inflammatory process increases and the general condition of the patient worsens.
Diagnosis
Ectomography of the prostate will help to accurately determine the appearance of the disease.
Diagnostic measures must necessarily include palpation of the prostate as well as examination of the posterior urethra. This is the basis for diagnosing prostatitis, allowing the specialist to determine if the sensitivity is low or high. Also, the presence of a disease is evidenced by the release of a poor aseptic secretion.
Further, if the doctor suspects the development of the disease, the patient is sent for a prostate rheography. This procedure is well tolerated by patients, taking on average about fifteen minutes. According to the results of rheography, it is possible to identify violations of venous flow, to obtain basic information about the condition of the vessels - their elasticity and integrity.
If blood flow to the glandular tissue is difficult, then this indicates the presence of degenerative changes.
The following procedures apply to confirm the diagnosis and obtain additional information:
- Ultrasound of the pelvic organs.
- Ectomography of the prostate.
You can not do without laboratory diagnostic methods, which include passing the following tests:
- Urine tests.Includes general urine analysis, triple study, and microflora culture. In the course of these analyzes, pathogenic microflora, including chlamydia, are not detected more often.
- Blood tests.We are talking about thromboelastography and coagulogram.
- Analysis of ejaculate and prostate secretions.Most often, with congestive prostatitis, leukocytosis is not detected. However, the sample contains images of columnar and squamous epithelium.
Differences between congestive and infectious prostatitis
The disease is associated with frequent depression in men.
In the diagnostic phase, it is very important to distinguish a stagnant process from an infectious one. Otherwise, the treatment will be chosen incorrectly, which can lead to some complications. Therefore, the specialist should pay attention to the following symptoms:
- Problems with urination - usually, the patient has frequent urination in the morning. Further, his condition improves.
- Pain in the perineum, testicles.
- Fever with severe general fatigue.
- Depression and general anxiety.
- Erection problems and poor orgasms. Usually, the quality of the discharge deteriorates in patients, which can be detected during additional studies.
Initially, the doctor performs palpation studies, during which they detect certain changes in the prostate. We can talk about the following features:
- the organ is enlarged;
- the contours of the prostate gland are blurred; durability
- changed;
- increased sensitivity;
- note the softness of the contours of the average tower.
Important!In the presence of the above symptoms, the patient shows no signs of infection during laboratory tests.
Prostate secretion is characterized by a thick consistency, which is distinguished in the form of lumps and clots. Similar changes are observed as a result of prostate massage. In some cases, the patient himself may notice the presence of lumps in the semen during ejaculation. This indicates the development of a stagnant process.
Treatment
Treatment for the disease involves quitting smoking altogether.
Treatment of congestive prostatitis is determined based on the degree of its occurrence. Based on the results of a thorough diagnosis, the specialist determines the course of further treatment. As a rule, it assumes an integrated approach and consists of the following procedures:
- Drug therapy.When treating stagnant processes in the prostate, the patient needs to take anti-inflammatory medication. The doctor may also prescribe other medications to his patient.
- Pain relieverscan be prescribed for pain. They usually deal with blood thinners.
- Power mode.When stagnant prostatitis is detected, the patient follows a strict diet that includes limited intake of spicy and fatty foods. The key to a speedy recovery is a balanced diet, when the patient's daily diet contains a large amount of fruits, vegetables, fermented milk products and oils.
- Sexual modality.It is very important that the patient not only observes sexual hygiene, but also improves his intimate life. Regular sexual intercourse will normalize the functioning of the prostate gland and exclude the development of stagnant processes in the future.
- Quitting bad habits.Many experts have no idea how congestive prostatitis can be treated with smoking or alcohol abuse. It is very important for the patient to give up smoking and alcohol completely, which can cause congestion. Equally important is to minimize such negative factors as hypothermia, physical overload, physical inactivity, etc.
- Physical activity.Most specialists prescribe special physiotherapy exercises for their patients. Such exercises are usually aimed at strengthening the abdominal muscles, improving breathing and toning the pelvic floor muscles.
- Vitamin therapy.This is a very important step in the treatment of congestive prostatitis. The patient's body needs to receive the full range of nutrients. For this purpose, vitamin complexes are most often prescribed to patients with congestive prostatitis.
If the cause of the development of congestive prostatitis in a man is the insufficiency of the valve of the veins of the lower extremities, then he undergoes surgical intervention.
Prevention
In this case, the basis of preventive measures is activity. Moreover, it must be manifested in both movement and sex. Experts say that to prevent stagnation, the prostate gland must function regularly. Only shedding can provide this.
Moderate exercise, frequent walks and a normal diet will help prevent the development of this disease.