Inflammation of the prostate gland 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 development of the disease appear, it is the duty of every man to promptly visit a doctor.
Reasons for the development of the disease
The disease often occurs in men between the ages of 25 and 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 provoked by infection. The cause could 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 tissue of the prostate gland, which provoke 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 sensation and pain when urinating;
- pain in the pelvic organs;
- sexual disorders - premature ejaculation, weak erection.
In acute prostatitis, a characteristic symptom is increased 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 as 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 occur:
- sepsis;
- infertility;
- the need for surgery;
- nephropathy;
- chronic cystitis.
It is necessary to start treating prostatitis as soon 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 medications and physical therapy. Among the proven remedies for prostatitis, traditional methods of treatment play an important role.
Tablets for prostatitis are selected by the doctor individually in each case and are antiviral and antibacterial drugs.
Cycles of physiotherapy using laser exposure and electromagnetic field treatments are 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.
An effective remedy for prostatitis are penicillins and fluoroquinolones. The list of names of drugs with these active ingredients is very large, so the exact name of the drug will tell you the doctor 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 cure 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 gland, prostatitis tablets and painkillers are prescribed. Such tablets are powerful broad-spectrum antibiotics. Sometimes treatment may require hospitalization.
Treatment of infectious prostatitis is mainly aimed at eliminating the infection that provoked the development of the disease. Antibiotics are also used for this purpose. Your doctor will prescribe which medications you should take. Self-treatment with antibiotics without consulting a doctor is undesirable, because it is impossible to determine the infection at home.
To effectively treat chronic prostatitis, physiotherapeutic methods are used, combined with taking medications and strengthening massages.
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 in time.
Form of drugs
Medicines in different forms are used to treat the problem. Can be:
- rectal suppositories;
- injections;
- drugs in the form of an enema;
- drugs in the form of tablets.
Rectal suppositories have a good analgesic effect and have antibacterial properties. Preparations in the form of suppositories are absorbed well and quickly, which makes such treatment extremely effective. The course of therapy usually lasts up to 10 days.
Injections in the treatment of prostatitis are used to quickly penetrate the medicine 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 warm herbal infusions and decoctions that have an antibacterial effect. However, prostatitis should not be treated only with folk remedies; to achieve an effect, it is necessary to use an integrated approach, including both traditional medicine and traditional treatment.
The most popular and effective method of treatment is taking pills. Broad-spectrum drugs are usually 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 methods of treatment should be used as auxiliary, and not as the main remedy for the treatment of prostatitis in men.
Men's reviews of traditional treatment are mixed. This is due to the fact that traditional medicine does not provide immediate relief. Traditional methods involve 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 drug takes the desired shape. Suppositories are administered rectally overnight. The course lasts at least one month. After that you need to take a break for 40-60 days and then repeat the course again.
- Shepherd's purse herb is sold in pharmacies and is used internally as a decoction. This decoction should be consumed 5 times a day during exacerbation of the disease.
- Asparagus has a good effect on the condition of the prostate gland, so it is recommended to consume freshly squeezed juice during treatment. To obtain tangible results you need to consume at least 500 ml of juice per day.
- Pumpkin has long been famous 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 highly 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 for men.
An important component 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 remedy, which is why it is extremely important to include them in the daily menu.
Prostatitis is caused by infections, including sexually transmitted infections. Men should avoid unprotected sexual intercourse.
It should be remembered that interrupted sexual intercourse is an extremely ineffective means of contraception, which can even cause 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 a background of reduced immunity. To avoid this, it is necessary to take vitamins and carry out a series of measures to improve the body's immune defense.
Hypothermia of the pelvic organs is extremely harmful to men. You should ensure that your clothing is suitable for the climate and avoid sitting on cold surfaces.