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 a timely manner. As soon as the first signs of the development of the disease appear, it is the duty of every man to consult a doctor in a timely manner.
Reasons for the development of the disease
The disease often occurs in men aged 25 to 55 and is divided into four forms:
- acute bacterial inflammation;
- chronic bacterial prostatitis;
- nonbacterial prostatitis;
- Prostatodynia.
Acute bacterial prostatitis occurs in men under 40 years of age. The development of the disease is caused by infection. The cause can be gonorrhea, chlamydia or trichomoniasis. Determining the cause of prostatitis is carried out through laboratory tests.
Older men often develop chronic prostatitis. This is due to changes in the tissues of the prostate gland, which lead to 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 to urinate frequently;
- burning and pain when urinating;
- pain in the pelvic organs;
- sexual disorders – premature ejaculation, weak erection.
A characteristic symptom of acute prostatitis is an increase in body temperature.
The course of chronic prostatitis is not accompanied by an increase in temperature and can 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 should be started immediately, otherwise complications may arise:
- Sepsis;
- Infertility;
- the need for surgical intervention;
- kidney disease;
- chronic cystitis.
You need to start treating prostatitis as early as possible. This avoids surgical intervention and the development of complications.
Treatment of the disease
The urologist, after carrying out all the necessary examinations, prescribes drug treatment. Treatment may include both medication and physical therapy. Among the proven remedies for prostatitis, traditional treatment methods play an important role.
Tablets for prostatitis are selected by the doctor individually and are antiviral and antibacterial drugs.
Physiotherapy using laser radiation and treatment with electromagnetic fields are often prescribed.
Prostate massage is used as a general tonic to minimize the risk of complications.
During treatment, it is important to eat a healthy diet and take medication to strengthen the body's immune system.
An effective remedy for prostatitis are penicillins and fluoroquinolones. The list of names of drugs with these active ingredients is very extensive, so after a detailed examination, the doctor will tell you the exact name of the drug. Reviews of patients who took these tablets for prostatitis demonstrate the effectiveness of this treatment.
Supporters of traditional medicine believe that the best cure for prostatitis are preparations based on honey and propolis.
Treatment of various forms of disease
To determine the form of the disease, the patient must undergo a complete urological examination and tests. The doctor then determines the form of the disease and prescribes effective treatment.
To treat acute inflammation of the prostate, prostatitis tablets and painkillers are prescribed. Such tablets are effective broad-spectrum antibiotics. Sometimes treatment may require hospitalization.
Treatment of infectious prostatitis is primarily aimed at eliminating the infection that provoked the development of the disease. Antibiotics are also used for this. Your doctor will prescribe which medications you should take. Self-treatment with antibiotics without consulting a doctor is undesirable because the infection cannot be diagnosed at home.
For the effective treatment of chronic prostatitis, physiotherapeutic methods are used in combination with taking medications and strengthening massage.
The most severe form of the disease is bacterial prostatitis. This form is fraught with the development of serious complications if treatment is not started on time.
form of medication
Medications in different forms are used to treat the problem. It may be:
- rectal suppositories;
- injections;
- medication in the form of an enema;
- Medicines in tablet form.
Rectal suppositories have good analgesic effects and antibacterial properties. Preparations in the form of suppositories are well and quickly absorbed, which makes such treatment extremely effective. The course of therapy usually lasts up to 10 days.
In the treatment of prostatitis, injections are used to quickly introduce the medicine into the blood. Such treatment involves the use of active ingredients to stimulate the patient's immune system.
Preparations in the form of enemas are widespread in folk medicine. This method involves introducing warm herbal teas and decoctions that have an antibacterial effect. However, prostatitis should not be treated with folk remedies alone; to achieve an effect, you need to use an integrated approach that includes both traditional medicine and traditional treatment.
The most popular and effective treatment method is taking tablets. Typically, 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 drug therapy. Traditional treatment methods should be used as an auxiliary, rather than the main means of treating prostatitis in men.
Men's reviews of traditional treatment are mixed. This is because traditional medicine does not provide instant relief. Traditional methods require a long treatment 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 a month. After that, you need to take a break of 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 taken five times a day in case of exacerbation of the disease.
- Asparagus has a good effect on the condition of the prostate, so it is recommended to consume freshly squeezed juice throughout the treatment. To achieve noticeable results, you need to consume at least 500 ml of juice per day.
- Pumpkin has long been known for its healing properties. For prostatitis, pumpkin juice and seeds are used. Freshly squeezed pumpkin juice should be consumed in large quantities daily. The seeds are a tasty and healthy way to prevent the development of prostatitis in men.
It should be borne in mind that the disease must be treated immediately when the first signs appear. The initial stage of the disease is highly treatable, while treatment of chronic prostatitis may require surgical intervention.
Disease prevention
To prevent the development of the disease, it is very important to take preventive measures for men.
An important part of preventive measures is proper nutrition. Men's diet should include fresh fruits and vegetables and excessive alcohol consumption should be avoided. Pumpkin seeds are an excellent preventive agent, so it is extremely important to include them in your daily menu.
Prostatitis is caused by infections, including sexually transmitted infections. Men should avoid unprotected sex.
It should be remembered that interrupted sexual intercourse is an extremely ineffective contraceptive that can also lead to the development of prostatitis.
Regular physical activity helps 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 the background of reduced immunity. To avoid this, it is necessary to take vitamins and take a number of measures to improve the body's immune system.
Hypothermia of the pelvic organs is extremely harmful for men. Make sure you wear weather-appropriate clothing and avoid sitting on cold surfaces.