Today, there are many diseases that can affect men. But the strong half often tries to keep silent about their illnesses and in most cases allows them to get carried away.
Prostatitis is one of those problems that requires urgent intervention, proper consultation and early treatment. Otherwise, it can have irreversible consequences that will affect the whole body.
Causes of prostatitis
The development of prostatitis begins with the fact that an infection enters the prostate, causing a metabolic disorder. There are many reasons that can lead to the disease, let's try to point out the main ones:
- Violation of blood circulation, as a result of which there is an enlargement of the prostate. But a sedentary lifestyle, including problems with being overweight, can lead to circulatory disorders.
- Infectious damage that can result from diseases such as urethritis or gonorrhea. In rare cases, even a sore throat, tuberculosis or the flu can lead to prostatitis.
- Inflammation of the prostate can occur as a result of unprotected intercourse.
- As a result of various injuries to the pelvic organs. Initially, there is a violation of blood circulation, and already, as a result, the disease itself develops.
- Regular hypothermia, chronic diseases related to the body's urinary system, hormonal imbalance or irregular urination.
- If a man follows a sedentary lifestyle, practically does not receive physical activity, then this affects the work of the cardiovascular, endocrine system, as well as the nervous system. As a result, blood flow to the pelvic organs slows down and the growth of pathogenic bacteria increases.
- Secondary infection can lead to infections located in the urethra or rectum.
- The predisposition to develop prostatitis can cause chronic constipation. Irregular bowel movements sometimes lead to prostate infection.
- Weak immunity, as a result of which infections easily enter the body and take root there.
- Most often, prostatitis can be caused by a history of venereal disease or urinary tract infections.
Types and symptoms of prostatitis in men
In total, there are 4 main types of prostatitis in men:
- acute form- is quite rare. The cause of this type is infection as a result of the presence of a bacterial infection. The acute form is very difficult and painful. The main symptoms should be fever, acute painful sensations, as well as weakness throughout the body. This stage requires immediate medical attention, otherwise it can lead to serious complications.
- chronic bacterial form- Escherichia coli is the cause in most cases. The symptoms are somewhat similar to the acute form, but now it progresses more slowly.
- chronic form- is accompanied by painful sensations for several months, but when you pass tests, the pathogenic form does not take place.
- asymptomatic form- practically has no signs, but is determined as a result of examination by a doctor.
The onset of the disease in most cases begins with the fact that one day men have unpleasant sensations, such as:
- Acute lower abdominal pain. They can also appear when urinating and are permanent.
- Pain in the perineum
- Severe scrotum pain
- The duration of intercourse is significantly reduced.
- Spontaneous erection in the morning and evening is absent.
Diagnosis of the disease
If men find any of these signs in themselves, then you should seek professional help immediately.
The point is, the sooner a proper diagnosis is made, the sooner treatment will begin and the disease itself will progress much more easily.
The diagnosis of the disease is made in several stages:
- the specialist should analyze the patient's main complaints and carefully study the symptoms.
- if the prostatitis is not acute, then prostate secretion should be analyzed. Otherwise, it is impossible to do so, as it will be accompanied by intense painful sensations.
- an ultrasound examination may be prescribed to confirm the analysis.
- various urine and blood tests.
You should also be aware of the fact that there are diseases that occur in a latent form. It is almost impossible to detect a problem in time, due to the lack of symptoms.
This leads to the fact that the disease becomes chronic. According to statistics, only 25% of men go to a urologist regularly. All the rest have 100% confidence in their perfect health.
Home treatment of prostatitis
In almost all cases of prostatitis treatment, prostate massage is prescribed. This is not a very pleasant process, and some men find it humiliating.
But only doctors are sure that it is one of the most effective. This massage is done both in the hospital and at home. This is just for the house you need a special device.
Treatment of any form of the disease is not complete without medication. It is very common for specialists to prescribe antibiotics, which cause disapproval from the patient. Why is this phenomenon observed?
And the fact is that many are just afraid of the consequences that can be caused by these drugs. That's right, but you have to remember that prostatitis is an inflammatory process, the causative agents of which, otherwise, are sometimes simply impossible to destroy.
Therefore, it is undesirable to deny them. It is important here that a specialist should prescribe this or that drug, having previously studied the test results and the form of the disease.
Until the results of the study are ready, treatment is based on taking anti-inflammatory, analgesic or other medications.
Remember that during antibiotics, it is recommended to take probiotics. Thus, you can warn yourself of discomfort or other negative consequences.
Treatment with folk remedies
Traditional medicine plays an important role in the treatment of prostatitis. But you should not give them the leading role. Any herbs and infusions should complement a complete treatment and not be their basis. The most popular recipes for treatment are:
- To prepare the next infusion, you will need herbs: parsley, juniper, fennel, licorice and chamomile. Take them in equal proportions and fill with ½ liters of boiling water. Allow the broth to infuse for several hours and then take half a glass twice a day before meals. Add a little honey if you want.
- Take the following herbs in equal proportions: nettle, yarrow, fennel (fruit), ponytail. Pour boiling water over them, let them infuse for 3 hours and then take half a glass twice a day.
- Pumpkin seeds. Rotate half a kilo of fresh, peeled pumpkin seeds in a meat grinder. Then combine them with 200 grams of honey. Mix everything well and throw balls. Their size should not exceed the hazelnuts. It is better to store such balls in the refrigerator. But you should eat them half an hour before meals, no more than twice a day.
Reviews of the treatment of prostatitis with folk remedies
- Testimony of a 46-year-old man: "It just happened two years ago with a diagnosis of this unpleasant disease. The pain that accompanied him was sometimes unbearable. In addition to the course of medication, I was advised to be treated at the same time as traditional medicine. The treatment lasted about a month. Fortunately, for two years there was no sign of a return of prostatitis. "
- Review by a 35-year-old man: "I have a chronic stage of prostatitis. Among the folk remedies I trust pumpkin seeds and nettle infusion. Treatment requires patience, but the result is quite effective. "
How to treat chronic prostatitis
We must remember that absolutely any treatment must be complete. And under no circumstances should you interrupt him with the first relief.
In addition to prescription drugs, physiotherapy procedures and physiotherapy exercises should also remain mandatory. The appointment of treatment should always be individualized, taking into account the results of examinations and examination by a specialist.
Sometimes for chronic prostatitis, heat therapy is prescribed. During the procedure, the prostate heats up to 45 degrees.
Also, an important role in this form is assigned to massage procedures, which are recognized as one of the most effective methods.
Worsening of chronic prostatitis: signs of what to do
The following signs will indicate a worsening of chronic prostatitis:
- Urination becomes frequent and is accompanied by severe pain. In addition, there may be false prompts to go to the toilet and the pain sometimes persists in the lower abdomen.
- The erection becomes very weak and over time its complete absence can be observed.
- Lack of orgasm.
In addition to the main symptoms, you may also notice increased nervousness and deteriorating well-being. If you have worsening prostatitis, you should do the following immediately:
- Seek the advice of an expert. This should be done when at least one of the above symptoms occurs. During the visit, you will pass all the necessary examinations, based on which the correct treatment will be prescribed.
- Eat a healthy diet. Eliminate fried foods, salty, alcoholic, sour fruits and strong coffee or tea from your diet. Give preference to proteins and vitamins.
- Temporarily restrict sexual intercourse. This should be done so as not to worsen the course of the disease.
- Exercise to improve blood circulation in your body.
Question answer
What can happen if prostatitis is not treated?
Failure to treat prostatitis can lead to more serious problems. Initially, it will take a chronic form and only then can it cause diseases such as cystitis, prostate adenoma, cystitis or pyelonephritis. The most terrible consequence can be impotence and complete infertility.
Is prostatitis treated with herbs?
This treatment is not ruled out. The best helpers here may be St. John's wort extracts. John's wort, licorice, echinacea. You can also buy candles that contain one of these herbs.
Is it necessary to massage the rectum in a chronic form?
As practice shows, most clinics abroad have already abandoned such a procedure, preferring physiotherapy. This massage can cause some discomfort, but the downside is that it can only work with the lower part of the prostate. However, many more specialists resort to this form of treatment.
Prevention measures
If you already have a chronic form of prostatitis, then any prevention should aim to prevent it from getting worse.
So try to skip the following actions or reduce them to a minimum:
- Alcoholic beverage. Of course, this is not about excluding them from your diet. If you drink a little red wine, it will not hurt you, but that does not mean you have to drink it in bottles.
- Smoking. The problem is that as a result of poor blood supply, the prostate gland often experiences oxygen starvation. Tobacco smoke leads to vasospasm and, therefore, affects blood circulation even more severely.
- Start leading an active lifestyle.
- Stressful situations. Try not to deal with problems for a long time and do not "store" an unnecessary temple in your head. Spend more time with your family, which should be the best antidepressant.
- Try to avoid hypothermia. If you drive your own car, make sure the seat is heated.
- Keep in mind that vigorous regular physical activity can do no less harm than a sedentary lifestyle. Therefore, everything must be in moderation.
- Products such as pumpkin seeds, nuts, garlic, honey, plums can be a good disease prevention.
- Start showering with contrast, it is highly recommended before sexual intercourse.
- Try to create a sex life, avoid imperfect contact.
- Try to eat right, cut out all kinds of pickles, including ketchup, mayonnaise and so on.
In conclusion, I would like to note that any treatment for prostatitis should be systematic and only started after a specialist's recommendations. Do not let its course follow, considering the serious consequences it can have.