Prostatitis is called inflammation of the prostate gland.
The iron of the prostate (prostate) is an organ of the male reproductive system, which is directly under the bladder.A urethra (urethra) passes through the thickness of the prostate gland.Therefore, the inflammatory process in the prostate immediately affects sexual function and urination.
Prostatitis is one of the most common diseases of the male genitourinary system.With age, the probability of the disease increases;It is believed that at 30, prostatitis is found in 30%of men, in 40, in 40%, in 50 years, in 50%, after 50 years of prostatitis in almost all men.
The causes of prostatitis
Prostatitis can be caused by an infection.The causal agents of prostatitis are several pathogens: bacteria, viruses, fungi, microplasm, ureplasma, clamidia.
The infection can penetrate the prostate gland in several ways:
- Through the urethra: in this case, prostatitis occurs as a complication of urethritis (inflammation of the urethra);
- With the current of lymphatic infection, it is transferred from other inflamed organs, mainly from the intestines.Similar consequences may have proctitis, hemorrhoids, dysbiosis.
- With a blood flow: infection can even be transferred from distant inflammation spotlights, such as sinusitis or caries.
However, an infection does not play a decisive role in the appearance of prostatitis.Infectious inflammation in the prostate gland usually develops in the context of the factors favorable to the disease.Therefore, prostatitis can develop independently, without the penetration of infection.The main causes of prostatitis are the stagnation of the secret in the prostate gland, as well as a violation of blood circulation in the gland itself and its surrounding organs.
Factors that contribute to stagnation of the secretion of the prostate gland and the deteriorated blood circulation in the pelvic organs, and this increases the risk of prostatitis:
- Prolonged sexual abstinence or, on the contrary, excessive sexual activity that contributes to the excess stress of the prostate gland;
- work, which must be mainly in a sitting position;
- sedentary lifestyle;
- Stool problems (chronic constipation).
Factors that contribute to the penetration of infection in the prostate gland, and this increases the risk of prostatitis:
- Long stress;
- general body hypothermia;
- chronic alcoholism;
- The oppressed state of the immune system (it can be the result of chronic infectious diseases, overwhelming during sports, the chronic lack of sleep, poor nutrition, etc.).
Prostatitis complications
Prostatitis manifestations can seriously spoil life in themselves, but prostatitis is also dangerous and possible complications.The inflammation of the home in the prostate gland can change to other organs and cause:
- Vesiculite (inflammation of seed bubbles);
- coliculite (inflammation of the seed tuber);
- Epididimorchitis (inflammation of the testicles and their appendages).
Prostatitis left without treatment causes male infertility.
Prostatitis symptoms
The main symptoms of prostatitis are:
- Pain at the bottom of the abdomen, in the lower back, in the groin, in the perineum and the genitals;
- fast urine (caused by the irritation of nerve endings);
- Difficult to urinate and incomplete emptied of the bladder (caused by the edema of the prostate gland);
- Sexual function disorders.
The rapes of the genitourinary system, as a rule, are forcing a person to experiment and nervous, so prostatitis is often accompanied by symptoms of Neuratenia.
Prostatitis can occur both acute and chronic.However, acute prostatitis is not a very common disease.Chronic prostatitis develops much more frequently.
Acute prostatitis symptoms
In acute prostatitis, all symptoms are clearly expressed.The pains are strong.In general, the temperature increases.In severe cases, the temperature can increase to 39-40 ° C. It is possible an acute delay in the urine (loss of the possibility of independent urine with a full bladder).The lack of treatment can lead to purulent fusion of the tissues of the prostate gland with the formation of abscesses.
Chronic prostatitis symptoms
In chronic prostatitis, symptoms soften more and cannot cause serious anxiety for a long time.Often, prostatitis is detected only during a preventive examination.In chronic prostatitis, the temperature generally does not increase above 37 ° C, that is, it is within normal limits.Patients may periodically experience unpleasant sensations in the perineum, unpleasant sensations may occur during urination and defecation.During defecation, urethra discharge can be observed: this is a characteristic symptom of chronic prostatitis.
The development of chronic prostatitis leads to problems with an erection.This is due to the participation of the nerves that pass through the prostate gland in the inflammatory process, which are responsible for erectile function.
Diagnostic methods of prostatitis
The first step in the treatment of prostatitis is the exact diagnosis, since the course of treatment depends on the variety of the disease.
Rectal fingers
On the first visit to the doctor, you must be prepared for the fact that the doctor will perform a rectal examination of the prostate gland fingers.
Laboratory diagnosis
The laboratory test complex for prostatitis includes an analysis of the prostate secret (microscopic and cultural studies), a general urine analysis (a 2 glass test can be prescribed before the prostate massage and then) and a general blood test.
Ultrasound of the prostate gland
An ultrasound of the prostate allows you to identify signs of inflammation and deteriorated structure of the tissues of the prostate gland, as well as clarify its size.
Prostatitis treatment methods
Doctors and urologists are dedicated to the treatment of prostatitis.
The treatment course depends on the variety of the disease.
The treatment of chronic prostatitis is a difficult task.This process requires time and an integrated approach, which includes antibacterial therapy, measures to stimulate immunity and blood circulation in the prostate gland, including prostate massage and physiotherapy.Methods such as the prostate fingers, vibration massage, electrical stimulation of the prostate, laser therapy with a rectal sensor are used.
The movement is also necessary.To avoid relapses, one must strive to lead a healthy lifestyle.
The importance of the treatment of chronic prostatitis
Chronic prostatitis should be treated in a timely manner.If signs of chronic prostatitis are detected, a doctor should be treated, it should not make self -medication.
Chronic prostatitis can manifest at the most inappropriate time and change all life plans.Therefore, it is so necessary to regularly verify the status of their health and consult a doctor when the first alarming symptoms appear.