Prostatitis: causes, symptoms, medication and folk remedies

Prostatitis is an inflammatory process localized in the prostate gland.This pathology is quite common and is often diagnosed in men of reproductive age.The prostate (the second name for the prostate) is located below the bladder and partially surrounds the urethra (urethra).Therefore, even minor dysfunction of this organ leads to disturbances in the functioning of the urogenital system.

Causes of prostatitis

Prostatitis is considered an inflammatory process, but this does not mean that it is caused exclusively by pathogenic microorganisms.Doctors (andrologists deal with diseases of the male reproductive system) identify several reasons for the development of the pathology in question:

1. Stagnation of blood in the pelvis.This indicates a violation of blood microcirculation in the prostate gland and nearby organs, which causes the organ to enlarge.The violation may occur against the background of a sedentary lifestyle, obesity (it does not have to be critical), or in the postoperative period.
2. Infection of the urogenital system.When examining patients with prostatitis, doctors most often isolate gonococci, staphylococci, chlamydia and trichomonas.Very rarely, an infection can penetrate the prostate gland against the background of a sore throat or flu - in this case, the inflammatory process in question is distinguished as a complication.
3. Regular damage to the pelvic organs.Because of this, drivers develop prostatitis - they constantly get stress in the perineum, the prostate experiences tremors and vibrations.
4. Entry of bacteria through body fluids.Every human body has colonies of bacteria that live in the intestines and urethra.Under normal circumstances, they are completely harmless, and only under favorable conditions (weakened immunity, long-term medication use, chronic diseases, human immunodeficiency virus) become pathogens and cause inflammatory processes.These bacteria can enter the prostate gland via blood or lymph.

In addition, when diagnosing the inflammatory process of the prostate, it is possible to take into account the factors that serve as provocateurs of the pathology:

• regular hypothermia - this may be due to the peculiarities of working conditions or disregard of clothing rules at certain times of the year;
• disorders in the functioning of the endocrine system - excessive or insufficient production of male hormones, diagnosed diabetes mellitus;
• too active sexual life and prolonged abstinence - the prostate gland is exhausted;
• any chronic disease - there are officially registered cases of prostatitis due to untreated bronchitis, tooth decay, cystitis and urological infections.

Symptoms of the inflammatory process

Andrologists distinguish the main and indirect signs of the inflammatory process in the prostate gland.The main symptoms are clearly expressed:

• urination becomes more frequent, regardless of the amount of fluid consumed;
• the immediate moment of urine outflow is painful, the man experiences pain and burning in the urethra;
• the body temperature rises to a critical level (hyperemia).

These symptoms are quickly joined by a burning sensation in the entire perineum and pain during defecation.

Indirect signs of the inflammatory process of the prostate are not so noticeable, but men should not ignore them:

• ejaculation accelerates too much - the time of intercourse decreases;
• The erection can be quite long at night;
• decreased libido - partial or complete;
• "flakes" or white "strings" appear in the urine.

Please note: these indirect signs indicate the very beginning of the development of the inflammatory process in question - it is very treatable and takes place without complications.

Prostatitis is divided into acute and chronic forms, each of which has its own symptoms.

Acute form of prostatitis

Acute prostatitis always begins suddenly and manifests as:

• increased temperature;
• prolonged pain in the perineum;
• frequent urge to go to the toilet;
• passing a very small amount of urine when the bladder is full.

Please note: the most dangerous condition in the acute form of prostatitis is urinary retention.In this case, the man will feel a strong desire to go to the toilet, but the urine will not be released even with strong straining.Acute urinary retention is accompanied by severe pain in the anatomical location of the bladder, a feeling of pressure - patients describe their condition as "the bladder is about to burst."The condition requires immediate medical attention, which consists in the use of a catheter - it is inserted into the urethra and bladder, literally "pushing" the swollen gland.As soon as the catheter reaches the bladder, the outflow of urine begins, and the patient immediately experiences relief, and his condition returns to normal for a short time.

Chronic form of prostatitis

This type of pathology is practically symptomless - sometimes a man feels short-term pain in the perineum (similar to lumbago), changes in sexual intercourse - it can be prolonged or shortened.In addition, the patient becomes irritable, sleep becomes restless at night, the stream of urine may weaken (this is due to the narrowing of the urethra), and white blood clots may appear in the urine in the form of flakes or threads in the morning.

Please note: the chronic form of the inflammatory process of the prostate can develop without the patient noticing.The fact is that at a young age, acute prostatitis presents with mild symptoms, and if a young man is addicted to alcohol or too passionate about his work, he does not have time to pay attention to changes in urination or periodic pains in the perineum.The symptoms of acute prostatitis disappear over time, but this does not mean that the disease has receded - it has simply become chronic.

Treatment methods of prostatitis

Treatment of the inflammatory process of the prostate should only be carried out under the supervision of an andrologist.It not only diagnoses prostatitis itself (its symptoms are often the same as prostate cancer), but also reveals the true cause of its occurrence.In general, several therapeutic methods can be used to treat prostatitis.

Drug treatment

In case of prostatitis, antibacterial agents (antibiotics) can be prescribed, but only if pathogenic bacteria have been isolated during the examination and recognized as the cause of the pathology.Along with antibiotics, the patient is prescribed probiotics or prebiotics - drugs that normalize the intestinal microflora and resist the development of pathological processes.

If the inflammatory process began due to the negative effect of external factors (hypothermia, injury), then anti-inflammatory non-steroidal drugs are prescribed.

In case of hormonal disorders, the man must undergo hormone therapy.

Attention: drug treatment varies greatly, so it must be selected individually - self-medication in this case is strictly prohibited.

Physiotherapy

Treatment of inflammation of the prostate should be done comprehensively.And against the background of the use of drugs, it will be effective to perform certain physical procedures:

1. Electrical stimulation accelerates metabolic processes, triggers more active hormone production, and restores the structure of the gland.
2. Magnetic therapy is a painless procedure that helps reduce inflammation and get rid of prostate swelling.
3. Prostate massage - performed only after acute inflammatory treatment;the procedure is painful but very effective.

Traditional medicine

Please note: prescriptions belonging to the category of traditional medicine cannot become the only method of treatment - they can only speed up the therapeutic process and improve the effect of taking medicines and performing physical procedures.

The most effective and safest methods of traditional treatment are:

1. Eating pumpkin seeds.They contain zinc, which is an essential element for men's health, so in case of prostatitis, 30 raw seeds should be eaten 30 minutes before meals during the entire therapy.
2. Pumpkin honey balls.Peel 100 grams of raw pumpkin seeds, grind them in a meat grinder (or blender, but not into fine crumbs) and mix with 200 grams of honey.Form small balls from the resulting mass and store in the refrigerator.Before eating (30 minutes before) you have to eat 1-2 balls - you don't have to chew, it's better to dissolve it slowly.Treatment with this prescription continues until the symptoms of prostatitis disappear.
3. Hazelnut leaf decoction.You can collect hazelnut leaves yourself or buy dry ingredients at the pharmacy;a glass of boiling water per tablespoon of ingredients.The decoction is boiled for 20 minutes, filtered, and 50 ml should be taken at least 4 times a day.Attention: hazelnut bark is also sold in pharmacies - it can also be used to treat prostatitis, and based on the same recipe.But remember that the cooking time is doubled for the crust.
4. Parsley juice.Make it from the green leaves of the plant and eat 1 dessert spoon three times a day before meals.
5. Decoction of parsley seeds.Take 1 tablespoon of parsley seeds, pour 400 ml of boiling water and leave for 2 hours (you can do this in a thermos).The decoction should be taken every day in the morning and in the evening in the amount of 1 tablespoon.

In any case, no matter how safe the drug seems, consult your doctor first.For example, if a man has a gall bladder in addition to prostatitis, then the use of pumpkin seeds is strictly prohibited for him - each recipe is prescribed strictly on an individual basis.

Diet and lifestyle

In order to achieve the best results during the therapeutic measures related to prostatitis, you need to follow a certain diet.Fatty meats, smoked and overly salty foods, baked goods and chocolate should be excluded from the diet.The menu may include fish and seafood, milk and its derivatives, steamed vegetables.In case of prostatitis, it is very useful to consume freshly prepared juices from vegetables and fruits - they help to strengthen and restore the immune system.

During therapy, you need to remove alcohol and lead an active lifestyle - at least do morning exercises, walk more and get rid of extra pounds.

Prostatitis is not considered a life-threatening disease in men, but ignoring its symptoms can lead to the development of serious complications.One of the most difficult consequences is male infertility and loss of erectile function, which often occurs in prolonged chronic prostatitis.