Prostate inflammation is quite common. The disease is accompanied by swelling of the prostate and can lead to serious complications if treatment is not started on time. When 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 old. The development of the disease is provoked by infection. The cause may be gonorrhea, chlamydia or trichomoniasis. Determining the cause of prostatitis is done through laboratory tests.
Older men often develop chronic prostatitis. This is due to changes in the prostate tissue, leading to an inflammatory process.
Symptoms of the disease
Important information for men concerns the signs of the development of the disease, which are divided into several categories:
- the need to urinate frequently;
- burning sensation and pain during urination;
- pain in the pelvic organs;
- 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 can be asymptomatic. Signs of a chronic inflammatory process are not so pronounced, so it may 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 surgical intervention;
- 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 drug treatment after carrying out all the necessary tests. 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 individually by the doctor in each case and are antiviral and antibacterial drugs.
A course of physiotherapy using laser exposure and electromagnetic field treatment 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 medications to strengthen the body's immune system.
Penicillins and fluoroquinolones are an effective remedy for prostatitis. The list of names of drugs containing these active ingredients is very long, so the doctor will tell you the exact name of the drug after a detailed examination. Reviews of patients who took these tablets for prostatitis indicate the effectiveness of this treatment.
Adherents of traditional medicine believe that the best remedy 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 comprehensive urological examination and tests. Then the doctor will determine the form of the disease and prescribe effective treatment.
To treat acute inflammation of the prostate, prostatitis tablets and painkillers are prescribed. These tablets are powerful broad-spectrum antibiotics. Sometimes treatment may require hospitalization.
Treatment of infectious prostatitis is aimed primarily at eliminating the infection that caused the development of the disease. Antibiotics are also used for this purpose. Your doctor will prescribe the medications you need to take. Self-treatment with antibiotics without consulting a doctor is undesirable, since it is impossible to determine the infection at home.
To effectively treat chronic prostatitis, physiotherapeutic methods are used, in combination with taking medications and strengthening massages.
The most serious form of the disease is bacterial prostatitis. This form leads to the development of serious complications if treatment is not started on time.
Form of medications
To treat the problem, medications in different forms are used. It can be:
- rectal suppositories;
- injections;
- medicines in the form of enemas;
- 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 get the medicine into the bloodstream. Such treatment involves the use of agents to stimulate the patient's immune system.
Preparations in the form of enemas are widely used in traditional medicine. This method involves the introduction of hot herbal infusions and decoctions that have an antibacterial effect. However, prostatitis should not be treated only with folk remedies; to achieve an effect, 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. Typically, broad-spectrum drugs are prescribed - penicillins, tetracyclines or fluoroquinolones. Patient reviews about the effectiveness of these products are only positive.
Traditional medicine for prostatitis
Folk remedies have proven their effectiveness in combination with traditional drug treatment. Traditional treatment methods should be used as an auxiliary, and not as the main remedy for the treatment of prostatitis in men.
Men's opinions on traditional treatment are mixed. This is because traditional medicine does not provide immediate relief. Traditional methods involve a lengthy treatment process.
- Propolis and cocoa butter candles. You need to mix the two ingredients, form candles and put them in the refrigerator so that the medicine takes the desired shape. The suppositories are administered rectally at night. The course lasts at least a month. Then you need to take a break for 40-60 days and then repeat the course.
- The herb Bourse à pasteur is sold in pharmacies and is used internally as a decoction. This decoction should be consumed 5 times a day in case of exacerbation of the disease.
- Asparagus has a positive effect on the condition of the prostate, therefore it is recommended to consume 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 known for its healing properties. For prostatitis, pumpkin juice and seeds are used. 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 easily treatable, while treatment of chronic prostatitis may require surgery.
Disease prevention
To prevent the development of the disease, it is very important to take preventive measures in men.
Good nutrition is an important part of preventive measures. Men's diet should include fresh fruits and vegetables, and excessive alcohol consumption should be avoided. Pumpkin seeds are an excellent preventive remedy, 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 interrupted sexual intercourse is an extremely ineffective method of contraception, which can also provoke the development of prostatitis.
Regular physical activity will help 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. In order to avoid this, it is necessary to take vitamins and take a set of measures to improve the body's immune defense.
Hypothermia of the pelvic organs is extremely harmful to men. You should ensure clothing is appropriate for the weather and avoid sitting on cold surfaces.