Inflammation of the prostate is quite common. The disease is accompanied by swelling of the prostate and can lead to serious complications if treatment is not started in time. As soon as the first signs of the development of the disease appear, it is the duty of every man to visit a doctor in time.
Reasons for the development of the disease
The disease often occurs in men aged 25-55 and is divided into four forms:
- acute bacterial inflammation;
- chronic bacterial prostatitis;
- non-bacterial prostatitis;
- Prostatodynia.
Acute bacterial prostatitis occurs in men under the age of 40. The development of the disease is caused by infection. The cause can be gonorrhea, chlamydia or trichomoniasis. The determination of the cause of prostatitis is carried out through laboratory tests.
Older men often develop chronic prostatitis. This is due to changes in the tissue of the prostate gland, resulting in an inflammatory process.
Symptoms of the disease
Important information for men are the signs of the development of the disease, which are divided into several categories:
- the need for frequent urination.
- burning sensation and pain during urination.
- pelvic pain;
- sexual disorders - premature ejaculation, weak erection.
For acute prostatitis, a characteristic symptom is an increase in body temperature.
The course of chronic prostatitis is not accompanied by an increase in temperature and may be asymptomatic. The signs of a chronic inflammatory process are not so pronounced, so it can be difficult to diagnose it yourself.
As soon as the first signs of prostatitis appear, treatment must be started immediately, otherwise complications may occur:
- sepsis;
- infertility;
- the need for surgery;
- Kidney Disease?
- chronic cystitis.
You need to start treating prostatitis as early as possible. This will avoid surgery and the development of complications.
Treatment of the disease
The urologist prescribes medication after all the necessary tests have been carried out. Treatment may include both medication and physical therapy. Among the proven treatments for prostatitis, traditional treatment methods play an important role.
Tablets for prostatitis are selected by the doctor individually in each case and are antiviral and antibacterial drugs.
A course of physiotherapy using lasers and electromagnetic field therapy is often prescribed.
Prostate massage is used as a general tonic to minimize the risk of complications.
During treatment, it is important to follow a healthy diet and take medicines to strengthen the body's immune system.
An effective drug for prostatitis is penicillins and fluoroquinolones. The list of names of drugs with these active ingredients is very long, so the doctor will tell you the exact name of the drug after a thorough examination. Reviews from patients who received these tablets for prostatitis indicate the effectiveness of this treatment.
Adherents of traditional medicine believe that the best treatment for prostatitis is preparations based on honey and propolis.
Treatment of various forms of the disease
To determine the form of the disease, the patient must undergo a complete urological examination and tests. The doctor will then determine the form of the disease and prescribe effective treatment.
For the treatment of acute inflammation of the prostate gland, prostatitis tablets and painkillers are prescribed. Such tablets are powerful broad-spectrum antibiotics. Sometimes treatment may require hospitalization.
The treatment of infectious prostatitis is mainly aimed at eliminating the infection that caused the development of the disease. Antibiotics are also used for this. Your doctor will prescribe which medicines you should take. Self-medication with antibiotics without a doctor's advice is undesirable, because it is impossible to determine the infection at home.
For the effective treatment of chronic prostatitis, physiotherapeutic methods are used, in combination with medication and strengthening massage.
The most serious form of the disease is bacterial prostatitis. This form is fraught with the development of serious complications if treatment is not started on time.
Drug form
To deal with the problem, drugs are used in various forms. May be:
- rectal suppositories;
- injections;
- medicines in the form of an enema.
- medicines in tablet form.
Rectal suppositories have a good analgesic effect and have antibacterial properties. Preparations in the form of suppositories are well and quickly absorbed, which makes such treatment extremely effective. The course of treatment usually lasts up to 10 days.
Injections in the treatment of prostatitis are used to quickly penetrate the drug into the blood. Such treatment involves the use of agents to stimulate the patient's immune system.
Preparations in the form of enemas are widely used in folk medicine. This method involves the introduction of hot teas and herbal teas that have an antibacterial effect. However, prostatitis should not be treated only with folk remedies; to achieve a result, you need to use an integrated approach, which includes both traditional medicine and traditional treatment.
The most popular and effective method of treatment is taking pills. Usually, broad-spectrum drugs are prescribed - penicillins, tetracyclines or fluoroquinolones. Patient feedback on the effectiveness of such products is only positive.
Traditional medicine for prostatitis
Folk remedies have proven their effectiveness in combination with traditional pharmaceutical treatment. Traditional methods of treatment should be used as an auxiliary, and not the main drug for the treatment of prostatitis in men.
Reviews from men about traditional treatment are mixed. This is because traditional medicine does not provide immediate relief. Traditional methods involve a long healing process.
- Candles with propolis and cocoa butter. You need to mix both ingredients, form candles and put them in the refrigerator so that the medicine takes the desired shape. Suppositories are administered rectally at night. The course lasts at least one month. Then you need to take a break for 40-60 days, and then repeat the course again.
- The herb Shepherd's purse is sold in pharmacies and used internally as a decoction. This decoction should be consumed 5 times a day during the exacerbation of the disease.
- Asparagus has a good effect on the condition of the prostate gland, so it is recommended to drink freshly squeezed juice throughout the treatment. To achieve tangible results, you need to take at least 500 ml of juice per day.
- Pumpkin has long been famous for its healing properties. Pumpkin juice and seeds are used for prostatitis. Freshly squeezed pumpkin juice should be taken daily in large quantities. The seeds are a tasty and healthy way to prevent the development of prostatitis in men.
It should be remembered that the disease must be treated immediately when the first signs appear. The initial stage of the disease is highly treatable, while the treatment of chronic prostatitis may require surgery.
Disease prevention
To prevent the development of the disease, it is very important to take preventive measures for men.
An important component of preventive measures is proper nutrition. Men's diet should include fresh fruits and vegetables, while excessive alcohol consumption should be avoided. Pumpkin seeds are an excellent preventive treatment, so it is extremely important to include them in your daily menu.
Prostatitis is caused by infection, including sexually transmitted infections. Men should avoid unprotected sex.
It should be remembered that the cessation of sexual intercourse is an extremely ineffective means of contraception, which can also cause the development of prostatitis.
Regular physical activity will help to avoid stagnant processes in the pelvic organs. Cycling or running are good ways to improve blood circulation in the pelvis.
Prostatitis often develops against a background of reduced immunity. To prevent this, it is necessary to take vitamins and carry out a series of measures to improve the immune defense of the body.
Hypothermia of the pelvic organs is extremely harmful for men. You must ensure that clothing is suitable for the weather and avoid sitting on cold surfaces.