In men over 40, prostatitis develops due to many internal and external factors: infection, blood clots in the small pelvis, lack of hygiene, lack of sexual intercourse. Therefore, it is recommended to eliminate the possible causes of the disease to prevent the development of inflammation.
Prostatitis development: signs and causes
Prostatitis develops in men who do not follow their health or lead a sedentary lifestyle. The first signs of the disease are urinary incontinence. Without timely treatment, problems with strength and testicular dysfunction gradually appear. The patient feels discomfort during bladder bowel movements, bowel movements and bowel movements.
The main causes of inflammation:
- Working without sitting, driving often, lack of sports.
- Advanced diseases of the genitourinary system (urethritis, cystitis, pyelonephritis, urolithiasis).
- Hemorrhoids, often constipation.
- Wrong lifestyle (alcohol abuse, smoking, poor diet).
- Absence of a permanent sexual partner, immoral intercourse, indifference to protection during sexual intercourse.
- Improper intimate hygiene.
- Immunity, vitamin deficiency, presence of other chronic diseases.
In the absence of treatment, the acute form becomes chronic. In this case, the therapeutic course can last up to six months. Periodically use rectal suppositories, antibiotics, alpha-blockers, vitamins.
Men will also be assigned diaper massage and special gymnastics. It is recommended to follow simple prevention rules to prevent a long fight with the disease.
The concept of preventing prostatitis
Prostatitis prevention is a complex measure designed to prevent the development of diseases of the genitourinary system.
If all the instructions are followed, a man can protect himself from prostatitis, impotence, urethritis, urolithiasis.
Prophylaxis is needed for men who suffer from the disease or have an acute form of prostatitis.
If you change your sexual partners frequently, visit your urologist regularly and get a smear to detect the infection.
Primary and Secondary Measures
Prevention of diseases of the genitourinary system is recommended to start at the age of 25-30. Cases of inflammation of the prostate gland at a young age are known. The main reasons for this are passion for computer games, bad habits, sexual dysfunction.
Measures to prevent the disease can be divided into the following subgroups:
- Precautions are needed for men who have not had prostatitis but are at risk. Prevention is based on regular exercise, not visiting a urologist once a year, and quitting smoking and alcohol.
- Secondary measures are intended for men with acute prostatitis. During remission of the chronic form of the disease, it is necessary to follow the rules to prevent the development of inflammation. It is recommended to massage the prostate regularly, adjust nutrition and improve sex life.
Preventing prostatitis helps improve the health of the whole body. Men are advised to exercise, control their diet and establish a daily routine. You need to have sex regularly without forgetting about contraception.
Different ways to prevent prostatitis
To prevent the development of prostatitis, it is recommended to spend 15-20 minutes a day on your health. Exercise every morning, for vitamins, eat well, have sex. If a man has strong immunity, the risk of developing genitourinary diseases is minimal.
Importance of medical examination
A man should be referred to a urologist for a preventive medical examination. The doctor should feel the prostate gland, take swabs for infections, and ask about the nature of the urine and discharge. Additional ultrasound examination of the prostate may be scheduled.
After the age of 40, every fifth man has a change in the prostate gland during a prophylactic examination. If prostatitis is detected at an early stage, treatment takes 5 to 7 days. It is also recommended to visit a urologist to prevent the development of cancer or adenoma. If you have had acute prostatitis before, it is recommended to visit a urologist 3-4 times in the first 12 months. In addition, 1-2 visits per year will suffice.
Prophylactic drugs
To prevent the development of diseases of the genitourinary system, it is recommended to maintain immunity with the help of adequate nutrition and vitamin complexes. If a man already has prostatitis, homeopathic medicines and dietary supplements should be used to prevent re-inflammation.
You cannot prescribe prophylactic treatment alone. Medications are prescribed only by a urologist after examination of the prostate gland and all tests.
Medications
Prevention of prostatitis in men includes taking homeopathic medicines. It is harmless to a middle-income person, very cheap and has no contraindications. The action of these funds is based on the suppression of inflammation and prevention of pathology.
Natural remedies for prostatitis include herbal extracts of aconite, belladonna, bovine prostate gland. After use in a man, blood circulation in the pelvic organs increases, production increases and the stagnation of prostate secretion is eliminated.
Extras
Biologically active additive in tablet form, suspension, enema solution, has proven itself well in the prevention of rectal suppository prostatitis. These funds prevent stagnation of prostate water and problems with urination, reduce swelling of the pancreas.
The quality of these products has been approved and meets the international GMP standard.
The prophylactic course of taking capsules or pills lasts about a month. In addition to plant extracts, the preparation contains vitamins, beneficial trace elements (zinc, magnesium).
Vitamins
To protect men's health, a vitamin complex should contain zinc, selenium and magnesium. It is recommended to take vitamins A, E, D, C, B6 to prevent prostatitis. Deficiency of these elements leads to stagnation of prostate water, impaired blood circulation in the small pelvis.
It is not recommended to take medication, take dietary supplements, or use homeopathy at the same time.
Because many drugs for the prevention of prostatitis contain useful trace elements. To avoid hypovitaminosis, you should take vitamins only on the advice of your doctor.
Physiotherapy
To prevent stagnant prostatitis after 40 years, it is recommended to have a transrectal massage for 2-3 minutes every day or consult a specialist once a month. Sex shops sell easy-to-use prostate massagers, which allow you to perform the procedure independently.
If you have had prostatitis before, a course of 8-10 sessions is recommended. They are performed during remission. The purpose of the procedure is to improve blood circulation in the gland, to eliminate pathologically accumulated secretions. Massage is contraindicated in hemorrhoids or anal fissures. Hot baths with turpentine, hot herbs and pine needles are used to prevent and eliminate the symptoms of prostatitis. Carried out before bed, the water should be 37-38o. After regular procedures, there is a general strengthening of immunity, improvement of blood circulation in the small pelvis and normalization of sperm production.
Home methods
Prevention of prostatitis in men at home is based on the use of folk recipes. All prostate problems are caused by blood stasis in the capillaries. The following procedures will help prevent this process:
- contrast increasing shower;
- pour cold water;
- plant compressors;
- decoction containers;
- Rectal suppository with homemade propolis.
It is also very important to protect yourself from nervous tension and stress. Erectile dysfunction in the early stages of prostatitis is most often due to self-hypnosis and fear of satiety.
Alternative medicine can prevent and even cure the disease. However, it is recommended that you consult your doctor before using any method.
Other non-traditional ways to maintain prostate health
Prevention of prostatitis is carried out effectively with the use of herbal solutions, infusions, vegetables and fruits. It is necessary to pay attention to herbs that have diuretic, antibacterial, sedative and anti-inflammatory effects.
Prevention and treatment of prostatitis at home with folk recipes:
- Ivan river. Infuse 10 grams of herbs in 500 ml of water, cover the jar with the infusion for 10-15 minutes, strain. It is recommended to take 1 teaspoon 2 times a day.
- Pumpkin. Dried seeds of this vegetable should be taken 25-30 pieces a day.
- Beekeeping products. Honey and propolis have anti-inflammatory and disinfectant properties. Therefore, it should be consumed daily or added to beverages.
- Walnut. Eat a few kernels daily.
- Hazelnuts. Hazelnut peel and leaves are boiled and brewed in water. For a glass of ready drink on an empty stomach every day.
- Aspen. The young bark is filled with a glass of water or alcohol. After 10 days of infusion, the mixture should be taken one teaspoon several times a day.
Also, men should eat more ginger (eat carrots, make tea, add to food), more greens. Tea with chamomile and lemon balm is good for men's health, as it has a general strengthening effect on the body.
Protective Nutrition
Problems with the genitourinary system can be caused by improper diet, excessive fat intake, smoked foods. For this reason, it includes a diet to prevent inflammation of the prostate gland. The following foods should predominate in the diet of men over 40 years of age:
- fresh vegetables and fruits;
- oily fish;
- nuts;
- lean meat;
- porridge;
- green tea.
Eliminate harmful fats from chips and crackers. Fast food, do not abuse alcohol. If you have problems with urination, it is recommended to drink cornflower juice every day.
Physiotherapy exercises
A man living a sedentary lifestyle should pay attention to physiotherapy exercises. Daily exercise will prevent many diseases of the genitourinary system. The main thing is not to squeeze the muscles, but to increase blood circulation in the small pelvis and strengthen the heart.
Recommended Sports
Men need to exercise to prolong their health. Any physical activity affects the condition of the prostate gland.
It is recommended to pay attention to the following types of strong half:
- works;
- racing;
- to climb a rock;
- tennis, badminton;
- morning exercises or gymnastics.
Remember a physical education class as a child and do the following exercises every day to prevent prostatitis: pushing, squatting, lifting and running, birch, walking, cycling. The lesson should last 15-20 minutes a day, each element should be done in several approaches, gradually increasing the load.
Kegel Gymnastics
Kegel exercises are designed to protect a woman's health, especially after childbirth and during menopause. With their help, the perineum muscles are strengthened, so their use is recommended for the prevention of prostatitis.
During the day, it is necessary to tense the intimate muscle group while lying, standing or sitting. Try to pull your anus back and lift your penis at least 200 times. Such exercises not only improve the condition of the prostate, but also prevent urinary excretion and reduce the risk of developing impotence.
Sex in a man's life
Frequent change of sexual partners or lack of sex affects the development of prostatitis. Also, remember to be careful when communicating. Oral sex can also cause infections, as it is a good place for germs to accumulate in the mouth.
Culture of healthy intimate relations
To prevent the development of bacterial prostatitis, it is recommended to choose a sexual partner carefully.
Among condoms, condoms are the best protection against sexually transmitted diseases.
However, even such measures do not completely protect you from STDs. Therefore, it is recommended to have a regular partner for healthy sex.
In addition to unprotected sex, it is harmful to abstain from sexual intercourse for a long time. For this reason, there is an accumulation of sperm and prostate water. Bacteria can grow in body fluids and cause inflammation of the prostate gland.
Sex is the most affordable and enjoyable way to prevent prostatitis.
Disadvantages and benefits of masturbation
Lack of sex has a detrimental effect on men's health. Stagnation of blood in the prostate can lead to enlargement of the gland or the appearance of neoplasms. If a man lives without sex for a long time, he should masturbate for prophylactic purposes. Twice a week is enough to maintain good health.
Urologists and sexologists do not recommend completely replacing masturbation with sex. More muscle is involved during sexual intercourse and blood circulates better.
General Lifestyle Guidelines
If you sit, fill your daily activities with sports. It takes more than reducing the risk of prostatitis, taking preventative measures, and changing your daily routine and habits.
Use the following instructions:
- Browse more.
- Get rid of bad habits.
- Have sex regularly.
- Get angry.
- Visit saunas and baths.
- Be sure to wear underwear and underwear in the fall and spring.
- Wash yourself after using the toilet and having sex.
- Eat wisely.
- Take a break.
- Don't work hard, avoid stress.
Immediate treatment of all diseases, especially those related to the genitourinary system, is recommended.
An advanced or chronic process in the body leads to a decrease in overall immunity.
Sanatorium-resort recreation
There are many activities to protect and improve your health during your spa vacation. Men who are prone to developing prostatitis or have the disease are advised to visit health facilities every year. The following procedures will be helpful:
- mud, salt or hot baths;
- topical mud sticks;
- prostate massage;
- use of mineral waters;
- lfk;
- racing;
- climatotherapy.
Sanatoriums specializing in urological problems have been established to prevent and treat inflammation. They determine the condition of the prostate.
Depending on the results, the man is prescribed diet, vitamins and medications.
This therapy is not recommended for recurrence (exacerbation) and chronic prostatitis. In this case, physiotherapy can only damage and worsen the condition of the prostate gland.
Dangers of prostatitis complications
The prostate is believed to be the "second heart of a man", so dysfunction causes many pathological processes in the body. With inflammation, testosterone production is disrupted, which helps reduce libido.
Lack of treatment or use of traditional medicine without consulting a doctor causes the following complications:
- erectile dysfunction;
- incomplete urination;
- spread of the inflammatory process to the urethra, bladder, kidneys;
- decreased libido, impotence;
- infinity;
- malignant neoplasms.
With long-term urination, constant pain and lack of sexual activity, a man develops psychological instability. He gets nervous and focuses on the problem. In such conditions, it is possible to restore libido and have sex only after long-term treatment with a psychotherapist.
Preventing prostatitis is easier than treating it. Therefore, doctors recommend a healthy lifestyle. Active exercise, a balanced diet and regular sexual intercourse will help maintain men's health. After 30 years, you should drink special vitamin complexes, limit alcohol consumption.