Prostatitis is a very common condition. And often men ask urologists the question "Can prostatitis be cured? "
The first signs of prostatitis are rarely taken seriously by men. They are gentle, and representatives of the stronger sex often prefer not to pay attention to them. Unseriousness about one's health can lead to many unintended consequences. To prevent this, it is important for men to carefully monitor their health, and in adulthood after 25 years, it is necessary to take preventive measures that will help prevent the development of prostatitis.
It is important to be aware of the first signs of prostatitis, listen to your body and at the slightest change, immediately make an appointment with a doctor. This disease will not go away on its own and delaying a consultation with a specialist can only make the problem worse. With prostate, a man starts to feel problems while urinating. Many of them have impaired erectile function and decreased sexual desire. If you do not use the services of an experienced doctor, then in almost half of the cases you can get one of the forms of infertility.
If the prostate gland is unable to produce the required amount of secretion, this will lead to impaired sperm motility. The symptoms described below do not just occur with prostatitis. They can accompany adenoma or cancer. Therefore, it is important to undergo a comprehensive examination, after which an accurate diagnosis will be made by a specialized doctor and an individual treatment regimen will be developed.
The first signs of prostatitis?
The forms of prostatitis can be different, but the symptoms and signs of prostatitis in men are the same.
The first signs of prostatitis in men:
- due to squeezing of the urinary tract, urination becomes difficult;
- in the process of urination, a burning sensation, pain may be felt;
- reduced potency;
- accelerated ejaculation;
- erectile dysfunction;
- weakening of orgasm.
All of these symptoms cause anxiety and general psychological depression in men. This is due to concerns about problems in the genitourinary system. It is important to make an appointment with a doctor immediately when any of the symptoms appear, even in its mild form. The stress that a man experiences due to health problems is an additional factor that weakens the organism. This greatly complicates the treatment, which becomes the cause of a progressive state of depression.
Many men who face the disease find themselves in a kind of vicious circle, from which they can not get out on their own. Therefore, along with traditional therapy, doctors prescribe antidepressants, which can help the treatment process at the mental level and speed up healing.
What is prostatitis?
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland. This organ is also called the prostate. For the male reproductive organs, this gland is a small part. It is located around and above the bladder neck. The location around the urethra is responsible for many of the unpleasant symptoms of the disease. If inflammation occurs, the gland increases in size and begins to compress the urinary tract. This causes the difficulty that men have while urinating.
The main causes of prostatitis are as follows:
- with a large weight and a sedentary lifestyle, there is a violation of blood circulation in the pelvic organs, which can lead to inflammation of the prostate;
- penetration of the infection into the organ leads to its inflammation; more often, prostatitis can cause genitourinary infections, less often - flu, tonsillitis, etc. ;
- penetration of bacteria into the prostate due to unprotected intercourse;
- injuries to the tissues and organs of the pelvis (this disease is considered occupational for drivers, whose working hours are associated with an increased load on the perineum muscles, as well as with tremors and tremors);
- low physical activity and frequent hypothermia can lead to inflammation of the prostate;
- hormonal imbalance failure and chronic diseases of the genitourinary system;
- irregular sex life;
- delay in urination;
- terminated relationship.
If you lead a sedentary lifestyle, the nervous, endocrine and cardiovascular systems are greatly affected. Disorder of pelvic artery circulation causes stagnation. The prostate begins to experience oxygen starvation, which creates conditions for the reproduction of pathogenic microorganisms in it. Such factors can not become the main cause of prostatitis, but create favorable conditions for the penetration of the infection into the prostate gland.
Often the causes of secondary prostate infection are inflammation in the rectum or urethra. The infection is increasing and decreasing. In the first case, the germs rise to the prostate gland from the outer opening of the urethra. In the second, they enter the prostate along with the stream of infected urine.
Bad habits, a sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy eating - all this has a negative impact on the state of the immune system. If the body weakens, it becomes very vulnerable to infections and bacteria, which causes inflammation of the prostate gland.
Is it possible to cure prostatitis yourself?
Self-medication is something that should never be used when prostate symptoms appear. Without modern diagnostic equipment and laboratory tests, a diagnosis cannot be made. Only a urologist will be able to reliably assess the clinical picture. Self-medication not only will not bring the desired result, but can also worsen the situation.
It is important to remember that the symptoms described above can also be observed with adenomas as well as with oncology. Therefore, diagnosis is also necessary to rule out these dangerous diseases. It is important to visit a doctor at the right time and undergo treatment according to his recommendations. Only this approach will allow you to get rid of the problem and avoid its dangerous health consequences.
It is important to monitor and take care of your health. Doctors are always ready to help, it is important only to make an appointment and get advice. Modern medicine has methods for treating the inflammatory process in the prostate gland. The sooner you seek qualified help, the sooner your recovery will come.
Prostatitis is treated in a complex way with the help of various medications. The treatment regimen is chosen individually, depending on the clinical picture and age. Therefore, it can not be done without contacting a medical center, and it can not be about any popular method, as well as self-medication.
Types of prostatitis
To begin with, it should be understood that the disease can occur in two forms: acute and chronic. In the first case, the general disease, an increase in temperature, is possible. Patients begin to feel pronounced pain in the perineum as well as in the groin area. Sensation may increase with bowel movements and urination.
There is irritability and increased irritability. This is due to frequent urination in the toilet and lack of adequate relief as the bladder does not empty completely.
The chronic form of the disease persists without pronounced symptoms. Many patients do not pay attention to the small existing concern, do not rush to see a doctor. Both forms of the disease are characterized by completely different approaches to treatment.
Many men, feeling the deterioration of their health, do not want to admit this to themselves and turn to their doctors when the problem becomes serious and pronounced. In the chronic stage of the disease, the pain is not strong and goes away quite quickly. Fatigue occurs in any case against the background of a weakening of the body, but many attribute this to lack of rest. It is important to undergo preventive examinations every year, during which specialists will be able to identify a dangerous disease from the earliest stages. This will allow you to start treatment right away.
In the chronic form changes occur in sexual life, the brightness of emotions during sex decreases and the time of intercourse decreases. White flakes appear in the urine that can be seen with the naked eye. Discharge from the urethra is possible in the morning.
If modern medicine can defeat the acute phase of the disease, then treatment of the chronic form can be significantly delayed. When treatment is started on time, the disease will not lead to serious consequences in sexual life.
How long is prostatitis treated?
Most men are interested in the question of how long the treatment will last. However, it is impossible to predict this in advance. It all depends on the clinical picture, duration of treatment and individual characteristics of the organism. If you follow exactly the recommendations of the participating specialist, you can face the problem and return to normal life. In no case is it important to self-medicate and seek qualified help immediately. The symptoms of the acute form can be relieved in a short time, removing the pain and discomfort.
Where does prostatitis hurt?
As already mentioned, with this inflammatory process in the male body, pain occurs in the perineum and groin. Patients may also experience a burning sensation in the urethra and lower back. When you have a bowel movement and urination, these sensations can be greatly improved. In any case, only a specialized specialist can make a diagnosis. Every symptom is just one reason to assume any disease. Without a comprehensive diagnosis, no specialist will take responsibility for diagnosis and treatment.
Who treats prostatitis?
Urologists are involved in treating this common complex disease. Urologists have modern techniques that make it possible to accurately diagnose the disease and prescribe effective treatment. Depending on the causes of prostate inflammation. In accordance with the changes that occur during treatment, the initially prescribed regimen can be adjusted.
How to diagnose prostatitis?
It is impossible to diagnose prostatitis independently. If the above symptoms appear, the disease can only be suspected. It is important to see a doctor right away. In accordance with the existing symptoms, the doctor will prescribe a series of studies, the results of which will help him to create an accurate picture and reach the only correct conclusion about the presence of a certain disease.
To make an accurate diagnosis in modern medicine, the following types of diagnostic studies are used:
- palpation - a physical examination that makes it possible to determine the size of the gland;
- ultrasound examination, which is performed transrectally through the rectum using a special sensor;
- a stain from the urethra, which allows you to examine the secretion of the gland, to determine the presence of bacteria;
- general urine analysis;
- spill research;
- determining the level of a specific protein produced by prostate cells called PSA;
- bacteriological and cytological examination of urine;
- cystoscopy - a diagnosis that is used strictly for medical reasons and is used if surgical intervention is expected;
- urodynamic examination etc.
Of course, not all types of diagnostics are used immediately. Urologists prescribe some of those listed, depending on the clinical picture. In any case, the attending physician must create the picture of what is happening as credibly as possible. Only after collecting the anamnesis and performing examinations, he will have the necessary data to prescribe an effective treatment and help the patient to defeat a dangerous disease.
The above list of diagnostic methods can not only be reduced but also increased. It all depends on the needs of the doctor and the suspicions he has as a result of the symptomatology that is happening. Today there are many treatments for prostate inflammation. They are all suitable for a specific clinical picture and, if properly resolved, are effective.
It is important to consult an experienced urologist, who works in a medical center capable of providing a full range of diagnostic examinations. This is due not only to the convenience of patients, but also the speed of information transfer and the coherence of team work. Among the drugs that are widely used in the treatment of the inflammatory process in the prostate gland, we can single out pain relievers, antibiotics, which are necessary for the bacterial form of the disease. Also, drugs are used that can reduce prostate edema and many others.
Only complex therapy suggested by the attending physician will allow you to achieve the desired result and avoid a number of complications. Contact modern medical centers, monitor your health with special care, do not forget about the importance of preventive examinations. This is the only way to maintain health for many years and prevent the development of various diseases.