Prostatitis is called inflammation of the prostate gland.
Prostate iron (prostate) is an organ of the male reproductive system that is located directly under the bladder.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 gennopolis system.With age, the likelihood of the disease increases;It is estimated that in 30 prostatitis it is found in 30%of men, in 40%in 40%, in 50 years - for 50%, after 50 years of prostatitis are found in almost every man.
The causes of prostatitis
Prostatitis can be caused by infection.The causative agents of prostatitis are various pathogens: bacteria, viruses, fungi, microplasma, ureaplasm, chlamydia.
The infection can penetrate the prostate gland in several ways:
- Through the urethra - in this case, prostatitis is carried out as a complication of urethritis (inflammation of the urethra);
- With lymph current - the infection is transferred from other inflamed organs, mainly from the intestine.Such effects may have proctitis, hemorrhoids, dysbiosis.
- With blood flow - the infection can be transferred even from distant foci of inflammation, such as with sinusitis or caries.
However, a decisive role in the onset of prostatitis is not played by infection.Infectious inflammation in the prostate gland usually develops against the background of 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 disorder of the circulation in the gland itself and its surrounding organs.
Factors contributing to the stagnation of prostate secretion and impaired blood circulation in the pelvic organs and this increases the risk of prostatitis:
- prolonged sexual abstinence or, conversely, excessive sexual activity that contributes to the overvoltage of the prostate gland;
- work that must be mainly in a sitting position;
- A sedentary lifestyle;
- Stool problems (chronic constipation).
Factors that contribute to the penetration of prostate infection and this increases the risk of prostatitis:
- long stress;
- general body hypothermia;
- chronic alcoholism;
- The suppressed state of the immune system (may be the result of chronic infectious diseases, overvoltage during sports, chronic lack of sleep, poor nutrition, etc.).
Complications of prostatitis
Prostatitis manifestation is able to seriously spoil life in themselves, but prostatitis is also dangerous and possible complications.Prostate inflammation in the prostate gland can move on to other organs and cause:
- vesiculitis (inflammation of the seed bubbles);
- Coliculitis (inflammation of the seed tuberculus);
- Epidididimorchite (inflammation of the testes and their appendages).
Prostatitis left without treatment often causes male infertility.
Symptoms of prostatitis
The main symptoms of prostatitis are:
- Lower abdomen pain, lower back, groin, perineum and genitals;
- rapid urination (caused by irritation of the nerve endings);
- difficult urination, incomplete emptying of the bladder (caused by prostate edema);
- Disorders of sexual function.
Disorders of the genotor system, as a rule, force a person to experience nervous, so prostatitis is often accompanied by symptoms of neurasthenia.
Prostatitis can occur in both acute and chronic forms.However, prostatitis in acute form is not a very common disease.Chronic prostatitis develops much more often.
Symptoms of acute prostatitis
In acute prostatitis, all symptoms are clearly pronounced.The pain is severe.Usually the temperature rises.In severe cases, the temperature can be increased to 39-40 ° C. A sharp slowdown of urine (loss of the possibility of independent urination with a filled bladder) is possible).Lack of treatment can lead to purulent melting of the tissues of the prostate gland with the formation of abscesses.
Symptoms of chronic prostatitis
In chronic prostatitis, the symptoms are more smoothly and cannot cause serious anxiety for a long time.Often prostatitis is detected only during a preventive examination.In chronic prostatitis, the temperature usually does not increase above 37 ° C, that is, it is within normal limits.Patients may periodically experience unpleasant sensations in the perineum, unpleasant sensations during urination and bowel movements may occur.During bowel movements, urethral discharge may be observed - this is a characteristic symptom of chronic prostatitis.
The development of chronic prostatitis leads to erection problems.This is due to the involvement of nerves passing through the prostate gland in the inflammatory process, which are responsible for erectile function.
Methods for diagnosing 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 finger test
On the first visit to the doctor, you should be prepared for the fact that the doctor will perform a rectal examination of the finger of the prostate gland.
Laboratory
The complex of laboratory tests for prostatitis includes analysis of the secret of prostate (microscopic and cultural studies), general urine analysis (2-stem test can be prescribed before prostate massage and then) and a common blood test.
Prostate ultrasound
Prostate ultrasound allows you to identify signs of inflammation and impaired tissue structure of the prostate gland, as well as to clarify its size.
Methods for treating prostatitis
Doctors and urologists are involved in the treatment of prostatitis.
The course of treatment depends on the variety of the disease.
Treatment for chronic prostatitis is a difficult task.This process requires time and an integrated approach that involves antibacterial therapy, measures to stimulate immunity and blood circulation in the prostate gland, including prostate massage and physiotherapy.Methods such as prostate finger massage, vibration massage, electrical prostate stimulation, laser therapy with rectal sensor are used.
Movement is also necessary.In order to avoid relapses, one must strive to lead a healthy lifestyle.
The importance of treating chronic prostatitis
Chronic prostatitis should be treated in a timely manner.If signs of chronic prostatitis are detected, a doctor should be treated, you should not do yourself.
Chronic prostatitis can manifest itself at the most inappropriate time and overturn all life plans.Therefore, it is so necessary to regularly check your health and consult a doctor when the first alarming symptoms occur.