Prostatitis in men has various symptoms, everything mainly depends on the form of the disease.The inflammatory process in the tissues of the prostate gland occurs for several reasons.Viruses, bacteria and even chronic diseases such as tuberculosis and pyelonephritis can be to blame.
Some forms of the disease are rare, while others are diagnosed more often.There is also something called general symptomatology, but the classification is not so easy to understand.
What is prostatitis?
Prostatitis is an inflammatory disease caused by various causes.The inflammatory process affects the tissue of the prostate gland, is characterized by unpleasant symptoms and can be the result of tuberculosis, alcoholism or obesity.
Types of prostatitis known to doctors:
- Acute bacterial - this type of disease is extremely rare and is characterized by acute, clear symptoms.It requires treatment in a hospital under the supervision of a specialist;can cause sepsis or septic shock.
- Chronic bacterial - the disease often occurs without obvious symptoms, but in some cases certain signs of acute prostatitis are observed.
- Chronic (not bacterial) - develops against the background of infectious diseases or occurs as a result of inflammatory processes occurring in the body over a long period of time.Doctors could not identify all the factors that lead to the development of the inflammatory process.
- Asymptomatic (asymptomatic) - may appear as an accompanying disease, develops quickly, but does not have specific symptoms.Symptoms of the inflammatory process are mild.In some cases, the disease does not require treatment and goes away on its own after the root cause is eliminated.
- Chronic granulomatosis occurs against the background of the replacement of the prostate tissue with the growth of fibrous tissue with granules inside.At this time, there may be necrosis centers in the granules.The disease develops as a complication after surgical intervention in the pelvic organs or as a result of an infectious process occurring in the tissues.
Detailed classification
Forms of prostatitis can also have a slightly different classification according to the type of pathogen that causes inflammation:
Bacterial type of disease.The causative agent of the disease is Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, streptococci and staphylococci.Bacteria enter the prostate tissue through lymph and blood flow.
- A type of gonorrheal disease.Pathogens: Gonococci.Infection occurs during unprotected sex.
- Viral type of disease.It appears due to herpes virus, cytomegalovirus and human papillomavirus.The main danger of the disease is that viral cells multiply actively and can infect the cells of nearby organs.
- Type of tuberculosis.The causative agent of the disease is Koch bacilli.This type of infection is dangerous because it is difficult to treat and occurs as a concomitant disease during the active course of the main one - tuberculosis.
- Fungal type of disease.The causative agent of the disease is fungi of the genus Candida.It develops when taking antibiotics or after unprotected sex with a woman who has thrush.
- Mixed type of disease.It appears as a result of infection with at least two of the above diseases.This is extremely rare.
A woman can infect a man with various bacteria.Infection occurs during unprotected PA.Moreover, the partner's pregnancy increases the risk of infection during this period;a woman, against the background of a weakened immune system, often develops wheezing, which, in turn, leads to the development of fungal prostatitis.
Signs and symptoms of inflammation of the prostate gland in men
The first symptom of prostatitis is pain during urination, which increases in nature and is aggravated by compression of the urethra.
The main symptoms of prostatitis:
- problems in the intimate area;
- discharge from the urethra (rarely, it all depends on the type of disease);
- pain when urinating;
- frequent call;
- increased body temperature, signs of general intoxication.
Symptoms of prostatitis increase in men.The swelling of prostate tissue increases gradually.The volume increases, as it increases, the pain increases and the symptoms become more intense.
Symptoms of acute and chronic prostatitis
So, how acute prostatitis manifests itself, description of symptoms:
- An increase in body temperature up to 38 degrees and above.
- Appearance of urethral discharge.
- Increased pain in the groin area.
- Frequent and painful urge to urinate.
- Erection problems.
Symptoms often occur spontaneously, increase and may be accompanied by deterioration of the patient's general condition: loss of appetite, general weakness, disorder and apathy.
What symptoms are characteristic of the chronic form of the disease:
- discomfort during erection;
- recurring pain in the groin, abdomen, testicle or even perineum;
- difficulties encountered during urination.
In the chronic form of the course, the symptoms of prostatitis in men are mild and occur from time to time.They disturb the man from time to time.However, in unfavorable conditions, symptoms intensify, and problems with erection and urination occur.
Causes of prostate disease
The causes of prostatitis in men are varied;The inflammatory process in tissues develops against the background of:
- non-compliance with personal hygiene rules;
- sexual intercourse with a woman with an infectious disease;
- systematic hypothermia;
- chronic pyelonephritis or tuberculosis.
The causes of the disease are often associated with the presence of an infectious agent in the human body.In the absence of adequate therapy, a chronic inflammatory process gradually develops and affects nearby tissues.
The cause of prostatitis in young people is constant stress, poor nutrition, vitamin deficiency, long-term abstinence, promiscuity, heavy physical activity, etc.can be
Although the causes of prostatitis are diverse, according to urologists, there is a risk group that includes people:
- Elderly.
- With a decrease in immunity.
- Sedentary lifestyle.
- Alcohol abusers.
Chronic diseases, systematic alcohol consumption, unusual sex - all this can lead to the development of the inflammatory process.But if you regularly undergo examinations, visit a urologist and undergo examination, you may never encounter this disease.
Diagnosis of the disease
Diagnosis of prostatitis is carried out in several stages, it includes:
- collection of anamnesis (description of symptoms bothering the patient);
- conduct ultrasound of pelvic organs (prostate, kidneys and ureters);
- urinalysis (general, clinical, according to Nechiporenko, daily portion and bacterial culture);
- smear from the urethra for microflora;
- inspection;
- blood test for ELISA;
- urography (if necessary, it is performed due to the toxicity of the method and the presence of contraindications).
The main diagnostic method is to conduct a comprehensive study to identify and eliminate the root cause of the disease.
Methods of treatment of prostatitis
Treatment of prostatitis in men begins with stopping the inflammatory process and reducing the intensity of unpleasant symptoms.It can occur in several stages and include:
- take antibiotics;
- carrying out physiotherapeutic procedures;
- taking diuretics, vitamins and immunomodulators.
How to treat prostatitis in men and, most importantly, how, the doctor should tell you.Because everything depends on the cause of the inflammation and the severity of the symptoms.
Tablets for prostatitis can be divided into several groups:
- anti-inflammatory drugs;
- antibacterial drugs;
- vitamins and immune system stimulants.
Antibiotics are prescribed in any case, but the doctor must be sure of the diagnosis to prescribe such drugs to the patient.
Medicines are taken in a course of 2-3 weeks.If necessary, the duration of therapy is increased.However, if antibiotics do not have the desired effect on the patient's body, the therapy should be adjusted.
Prostate massage is a method to increase the effectiveness of the treatment.It is prescribed for blockage in the prostate gland and is used in addition to the main therapy.
Massage is most effective during the exacerbation of the disease.This helps to "reduce" the secretions accumulated in the prostate gland, thereby removing pathogenic microorganisms through the urethra.This helps to increase the effect of antibiotics and shorten the duration of treatment.
What physiotherapeutic procedures can be prescribed:
- laser treatment;
- warming up;
- ultrasonic phonophoresis;
- diadynamophoresis.
Why is prostatitis dangerous if left untreated?
Is prostatitis dangerous for men's health and what is the main danger of the disease?The point is that the inflammation develops rapidly, "invades" the tissue of the prostate gland, and if the disease is not treated, it can cause:
- chronic infertility;
- fibrous changes in tissues;
- impotence (up to 45% probability);
- chronic diseases of kidneys and other nearby organs.
What is the danger of prostatitis with incorrectly selected therapy:
- Without treatment, the inflammatory process can become chronic.
- Causes the development of prostate adenoma.
- Erection problems.
For a long time, inflammation will lead to intoxication, the symptoms of which will only worsen the patient's well-being and complicate the course of the disease.
Prevention of prostatitis at home
Prevention of prostatitis is based on simple rules:
- observe the rules of personal hygiene;
- use of antiseptics after unprotected PA;
- facilitate sexual life;
- correction of the diet (it is worth including meat in the diet, it is rich in proteins).
Prevention of prostatitis in men may include taking certain medications:
- vitamins and minerals;
- immunostimulants;
- herbal diuretics.
Preventive methods will help prevent the development of the inflammatory process, but you should not lose vigilance.
In order to avoid prostatitis, it is worth treating colds and viral diseases.
Inflammation of the prostate gland is a dangerous disease that can cause serious complications.Therefore, if unpleasant symptoms appear, you should contact a urologist as soon as possible, this will prevent serious complications: impotence, infertility.