Prostatitis is a purely male disease. It involves the prostate, a small but very powerful process located at the crossroads of the vas deferens and urethra.
Function of the prostate
It plays an important role in the body and performs the following functions:
- An erection, which causes tension in the male penis;
- Works like a valve, preventing urine from entering the urethra upon awakening;
- Orgasm, organizing and controlling the entire process from arousal to ejaculation;
- production of special hormones, including testosterone, needed for full sexual intercourse;
- Produces a special substance that protects the sperm in a woman's vagina.
Her position is often negatively affected by nearby organs such as bladder, urethra, vas deferens. Inflammation of these organs necessarily triggers the development of prostatitis.
The main signs of prostatitis: how to recognize?
Prostate disease can be divided into acute and chronic depending on the course of the disease. Acute inflammation can cause additional symptoms, and chronic inflammation is more predictable and associated with another disease.
Signs of prostatitis that confirm its presence are as follows:
- intense pain. This has to do with the fact that the prostate is constantly stimulated by inflammatory processes. Sometimes dull pain in the anus or perineum.
- Blood is present in the urine. Rather worrying symptoms indicating mechanical damage to the prostate during examination, or the presence of malignancy. It may also indicate a purulent buildup.
- An increase or decrease in body temperature. It occurs only in the suppuration of the prostate or the so-called DIC stage. Meanwhile, high indicates suppuration and low indicates increased blood clotting.
- Frequent toilet trips due to constant feeling of full bladder. This happens because the inflamed prostate blocks the urethra and the urine doesn't flow out completely, for which you need to work hard.
Therefore, to urinate:
- small dose;
- Often, although the urine arrives as planned (due to the presence of lesions, the bladder is not fully emptied and this sensation occurs);
- Pain is due to the action of the prostate, the urethra is strongly compressed, and the urine is pressed against the wall, causing pain.
If you notice these signs, start treatment as soon as possible because a man's health is at risk.
Causes of Prostatitis
In addition to the physical signs, there are other reasons for the development of prostate disease.
in:
- malnourished and unbalanced;
- regular stress;
- Infectious diseases, including sexually transmitted diseases;
- the presence of chronic diseases;
- Men's lack of consistent sex, and vice versa, is too intense;
- Work that does not allow active movement;
- persistent constipation;
- severe hypothermia;
- Urethral reflux - the prostate fails to close the urethra in time and enters the vas deferens causing inflammation;
- Changes in male hormones lead to decreased production of testosterone, which weakens muscle tone and thus impairs erections.
Types of Prostatitis
It is defined as bacterial and non-bacterial depending on the origin of prostate inflammation. The first means that the disease emerges under the influence of a pathogen.
The second, in turn, has several varieties:
- Atypical - pain does not occur at all where the focus of inflammation is;
- Prostatopic - it is characterized by persistent pain in the lower abdomen. These are considered neuropathic pain;
- Stones - pain due to stones in the prostate;
- Sclerosis - a degenerative process in the prostate leading to changes in its shape and pain;
- Congestion - Discomfort is caused by the process of congestion in the prostate.
Diagnosis of Prostatitis
Consult a doctor before you independently conclude that you have a disease. He will guide you through the diagnosis so that the diagnosis can be accurately determined.
To do this, you need to submit:
- Cell analysis to help determine if infection is present;
- Blood cultures present the threat of sepsis, i. e. blood poisoning;
- Urinalysis "three cups" can determine the dynamic;
- A general blood test showing the presence of a special body, which will confirm the inflammatory process or not.
The negative consequences of prostatitis are obvious. The truth is that the prostate performs many functions in the male body. Once she starts to hurt, the erection and quality of semen and sperm are immediately affected. This is fraught with infertility and erectile dysfunction. Therefore, timely treatment is very important.
Treatment of prostatitis in men
It is never too late to correct the situation, no matter how neglected it may be. Treatment is longer and more laborious, but the problem can be completely overcome. First, the origin of the prostatitis is determined, and if bacterial, antibiotics are prescribed. If not, NSAIDs. In addition, the vitamin complex will not be superfluous.
Bad habits must be broken while receiving treatment. If there are no contraindications, a good addition is prostate massage. To this end, there are many devices that can greatly facilitate this task. Thanks to them, you can have a massage in the comfort of your own home.
At this stage, physiotherapy procedures are widely used to treat prostatitis - laser stimulation or ultrasound. Also, if the situation allows, you can use folk methods.
The decoction of chamomile, calendula, juniper, and rose hips can be drunk or used as a therapeutic enema.
Prostate disease and its prevention
Precaution:
- take care of your health;
- eat well and drink well;
- go exercise;
- Find a permanent sex partner, as regular sex strengthens the prostate and it will be less negatively affected;
- If the job requires prolonged sitting, plan for short breaks;
- Treat constipation with a herbal decoction enema instead of taking laxatives too often;
- Dress according to the weather and do not allow hypothermia or overheating of the genitals.
Many men have a hard time seeing a doctor and starting treatment. However, if there are signs, it is best to make an appointment and check your health. If a doctor confirms the presence of prostatitis, treatment should be started immediately.