Prostatitis: causes, symptoms, treatment with drugs and folk remedies

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

Causes of development of prostatitis

Prostatitis is classified as an inflammatory process, but this does not mean that it is caused only by pathogenic microorganisms.Doctors (endocrinologists specializing in the treatment of diseases of the male reproductive system) identify several reasons for the development of the mentioned pathology:

1. Blood stagnation in the pelvic area.This refers to a violation of the scope of blood circulation in the prostate and neighboring organs, which causes hypertrophy of this organ.Violations can occur due to a sedentary lifestyle, obesity (not necessarily severe) or in the postoperative period.
2. Infection of the genitourinary system.Usually, when examining patients with prostatitis, doctors isolate gonococci, staphylococci, chlamydia and trichomonas.Very rarely, infection can enter the prostate as a result of pharyngitis or flu - in this case, the mentioned inflammatory process is distinguished as a complication.
3. Frequent injuries to the pelvic organs.For this reason, prostatitis develops in drivers - they are constantly exposed to tension in the perineum, the prostate vibrates and vibrates.
4. Penetration of bacteria through biological fluids of the body.Every human body has bacterial colonies that live in the intestines and urethra.Under normal conditions, they are completely harmless, and only under favorable conditions (weakened immunity, long-term use of drugs, chronic diseases, human immunodeficiency virus) do they become pathogens and cause an inflammatory process.These bacteria can enter the prostate through the blood or lymph.

In addition, when diagnosing the inflammatory process in the prostate, factors that play a role in provoking pathology can be considered:

• frequent hypothermia - this may be due to the peculiarities of working conditions or ignoring the rules of dressing during specific periods of the year;
• disorders of the endocrine system - excessive or insufficient production of male hormones, diagnosis of diabetes mellitus;
• too active sex life, as well as prolonged abstinence - the prostate gland is impaired;
• any chronic disease - there are officially recorded cases of the development of prostatitis against a background of bronchitis, tooth decay, cystitis and untreated urinary infections.

Symptoms of the inflammatory process

Men's health researchers distinguish between primary and indirect signs of the developing inflammatory process in the prostate.The main symptoms are clearly expressed:

• urination becomes more frequent, regardless of the amount of fluid consumed;
• As soon as the urine flows out causing pain, the man feels pain and burning in the urethra;
• Body temperature increases (hypertension) to critical levels.

These symptoms are quickly combined with a burning sensation in the entire perineum and pain during bowel movements.

Indirect signs of inflammation in the prostate are not too noticeable, but men should not ignore them:

• ejaculation becomes too rapid - the duration of sexual intercourse is reduced;
• Erection can be quite long at night;
• decreased sexual desire – partial or complete;
• White “scales” or “threads” appear in the urine.

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

Prostatitis is divided into acute and chronic forms, each with its own symptoms.

Acute form of prostatitis

Acute prostatitis always begins suddenly and manifests as:

• increased temperature;
• persistent pain in the perineum;
• frequent need to go to the toilet;
• urinate very small amounts of urine when the bladder feels full.

Please note: the most dangerous condition in the form of acute prostatitis is urinary retention.In this case, the man will really want to go to the toilet, but urine will not come out even when pushing hard.Acute urinary retention is accompanied by severe pain in the area of the anatomical location of the bladder, a feeling of pressure - the patient describes his condition as "bladder about to burst".This condition requires immediate medical attention, including the use of a catheter - it is inserted into the urethra and bladder, literally "pushing" out the swollen gland.As soon as the catheter reaches the bladder, urine begins to flow and the patient immediately feels relief, the condition returns to normal within a short time.

Chronic form of prostatitis

This type of mentioned pathology is practically asymptomatic - sometimes a man has short-term pain in the perineum (similar to lumbago), which notes changes during sexual intercourse - it can lengthen or shorten.In addition, the patient becomes irritable, has insomnia at night, the urine stream weakens (due to narrowing of the urinary tract), and the urine may have white lumps in the form of scales or fibers in the morning.

Please note: the chronic form of the inflammatory process in the prostate can develop without the patient noticing.The fact is that in youth, acute prostatitis occurs with mild symptoms. If the young man is addicted to alcohol or is too passionate about work, he does not have time to notice changes in urination or periodic pain in the perineum.Symptoms of acute prostatitis will disappear over time, but this does not mean that the disease has gone into remission - it has simply become chronic.

Treatment methods for prostatitis

Treatment of the inflammatory process in the prostate should be carried out only under the supervision of an endocrinologist.He not only diagnosed prostatitis himself (often its symptoms resemble prostate cancer), but also revealed the true cause of its appearance.In general, several different therapeutic approaches can be used to treat prostatitis.

Treatment with medication

For prostatitis, antibacterial drugs (antibiotics) can be prescribed, but only if during the examination the causative bacteria are isolated and recognized as the cause of the development of pathology.Along with antibiotics, patients are prescribed probiotics or prebiotics - drugs that help normalize intestinal microflora and fight the development of pathological processes in it.

If the inflammatory process begins due to the negative effects of external factors (hypothermia, trauma), then non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs will be prescribed.

In case of hormonal disorders, men must undergo a course of hormonal treatment.

Please note: drug treatment is very different, therefore it must be chosen on an individual basis - self-medication in this case is strictly prohibited.

Physical therapy

Treatment of prostatitis needs to be comprehensive.And against the background of using the drug, it will be effective to carry out certain physical procedures:

1. Electrical stimulation accelerates metabolism, stimulates more active hormone production and restores the structure of the gland.
2. Magnetic therapy is a painless procedure that helps reduce inflammation levels and eliminate prostate swelling.
3. Prostate massage - performed only after treatment of acute inflammation;This procedure is painful, but very effective.

Traditional medicine

Please note: recipes belonging to the category of traditional medicine should not become the only method of treatment - they can only speed up the therapeutic process and improve the effectiveness of taking medications and performing physical procedures.

The most effective and safe traditional treatments include:

1. Eat pumpkin seeds.They contain zinc, an essential element for men's health, so for prostatitis you need to eat 30 raw seeds 30 minutes before meals throughout the treatment process.
2. Pumpkin honey balls.Peel 100 grams of raw pumpkin seeds, grind in a meat grinder (or with a blender, but not into fine crumbs) and mix with 200 grams of honey.Roll small balls from the resulting mass and store them in the refrigerator.Before eating (30 minutes before) you need to eat 1-2 tablets - no need to chew, so it is better to dissolve slowly.Treatment with this prescription continues until prostatitis symptoms disappear.
3. Decoction of witch hazel leaves.You can collect witch hazel leaves yourself or you can buy the dried ingredients at a pharmacy;have one cup of boiling water for each tablespoon of base ingredients.The decoction is brewed like regular tea for 20 minutes, filtered and drunk 50 ml at least 4 times a day.Please note: witch hazel bark is also sold in pharmacies - it can also be used in the treatment of prostatitis and according to the same prescription.But remember that for bark, the incubation time will double.
4. Parsley juice.Prepare it from the green leaves of the plant and take 1 dessert spoon 3 times a day before meals.
5. Decoction of parsley seeds.You need to take 1 tablespoon of parsley seeds, pour 400 ml of boiling water and leave for 2 hours (can be done in a thermos).You need to drink the decoction every day in the morning and evening in an amount of 1 tablespoon.

In any case, no matter how safe the treatment seems, you should first consult your doctor.For example, if a man, in addition to prostatitis, also suffers from gallstones, then the use of pumpkin seeds for him is strictly prohibited - any prescription is carried out on a strictly individual basis.

Diet and lifestyle

To get the best results from prostatitis treatments, you need to adhere to a certain diet.One must exclude fatty meats, smoked and too salty foods, baked goods and chocolate from the diet.The menu may include fish and seafood, milk and its derivatives, steamed vegetables.It will be very useful for people with prostatitis to consume freshly prepared juices from vegetables and fruits - they will help strengthen and restore the immune system.

During therapy, you need to eliminate alcohol and lead an active lifestyle - at least morning exercises, walk more and lose weight.

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