Prostatitis in men over 40 develops due to many internal and external factors: infection, pelvic congestion, poor hygiene, lack of sex. Therefore, to prevent the development of inflammation, it is recommended to eliminate the possible causes of the disease.
Development of prostatitis: signs and causes
Prostate inflammation develops in men who do not monitor their health or lead a sedentary lifestyle. The first signs of the disease are a violation of urination. Without timely treatment, problems with potency and testicular dysfunction gradually appear. The patient experiences discomfort during bladder bowel movements, ejaculation and bowel movements.
The main causes of inflammation:
- Sedentary work, frequent driving, lack of sports.
- Advanced diseases of the genitourinary system (urethritis, cystitis, pyelonephritis, urolithiasis).
- Hemorrhoids, frequent constipation.
- Wrong lifestyle (alcohol abuse, smoking, poor diet).
- Lack of a permanent sexual partner, indiscriminate relationships, neglect of protection during sex.
- Improper intimate hygiene.
- Decreased immunity, vitamin deficiency, the presence of other chronic diseases.
In the absence of treatment, the acute form becomes chronic. In this case, the therapeutic course can take up to six months. It is necessary to periodically use rectal suppositories, antibiotics, alpha-blockers, vitamins.
The man will also be prescribed gland massage and special gymnastics. To prevent long-term control of the disease, it is recommended to follow simple rules of prevention.
The concept of prostate inflammation prevention
Prophylaxis of prostatitis is a set of measures designed to prevent the development of diseases of the genitourinary system.
If all instructions are followed, the man can be protected from prostatitis, impotence, urethritis, urolithiasis.
Prevention is necessary for men who have suffered from diseases or have already had an acute form of prostatitis.
If you change sexual partners often, visit your urologist regularly, take smears to detect infection.
Primary and secondary measures
It is recommended to start preventing diseases of the genitourinary system from 25-30 years. Cases of inflammation of the prostate gland at a young age are known. The main reason for this is the passion for computer games, bad habits, sexual unrest.
Disease prevention measures can be divided into the following subgroups:
- Primary measures are needed for men who have not experienced prostatitis but are at risk. Prevention is based on regular exercise, a visit to a urologist once a year and quitting smoking and alcohol.
- Secondary measures are intended for men who have had acute prostatitis. It is also necessary to adhere to the rules to prevent the development of inflammation during the period of remission of the chronic form of the disease. It is recommended to regularly massage the prostate, adjust nutrition and improve sex life.
Prostatitis prevention helps to improve the health of the whole body. Men are advised to exercise, control their diet and establish a daily routine. You need to have a regular sex life, while not forgetting about contraception.
Variety of methods for prostatitis prevention
To prevent the development of prostatitis, it is recommended to take 15-20 minutes a day for your health. Exercise every morning, drink vitamins, eat well, have sex. If a man has a strong immunity, the risk of developing genitourinary diseases is minimal.
The importance of the medical examination
When undergoing a preventive medical examination, the man should be referred to a urologist. The doctor should feel the prostate gland, take tampons for infections, ask about the nature of urination and ejaculation. An additional ultrasound examination of the prostate may be ordered.
Every fifth man after the age of 40 has changes in the prostate gland during the prophylactic examination. If prostatitis is detected early, treatment takes 5 to 7 days. It is also recommended that you visit a urologist to prevent the development of cancer or adenoma. If you have already had acute prostatitis, it is recommended to visit a urologist 3-4 times during the first 12 months. In addition, 1-2 visits per year will suffice.
Prophylaxis
To prevent the development of diseases of the genitourinary system, it is recommended to maintain immunity with the help of adequate nutrition and vitamin complexes. If the man has already had prostatitis, homeopathic medicines and nutritional supplements should be used to prevent re-inflammation.
You cannot prescribe preventive treatment yourself. Medicines are prescribed only by a urologist after examination of the prostate gland and conducting all tests.
Medicines
Prevention of prostatitis in men includes taking homeopathic medicines. They are harmless, quite cheap for a middle-income person and have no contraindications. The action of these funds is based on the suppression of primary inflammation, preventing the development of pathology.
Natural medicines for prostatitis contain herbal extracts of aconite, belladonna, juice from the prostate gland of cattle. After their use in men, the blood circulation in the pelvic organs increases, the production increases and the stagnation of prostate secretion is eliminated.
Add-ons
Biologically active supplements in the form of tablets, suspensions, enema solutions, rectal suppositories have proven themselves well in the prevention of prostatitis. These drugs prevent the stagnation of prostate juice and the development of problems with urination, reduce the swelling of the gland.
The quality of these products is confirmed and meets the international GMP standard.
The prophylactic course of capsules or tablets lasts about a month. In addition to herbal extracts, the preparations contain vitamins, useful trace elements (zinc, magnesium).
Vitamins
A complex of vitamins to maintain men's health should contain zinc, selenium, magnesium. For the prevention of prostatitis it is recommended to take vitamins A, E, D, C, B6. In the absence of these elements, stagnation of prostate juice occurs, blood circulation in the pelvis is disturbed.
It is not recommended to take medicines, to take food supplements, to use homeopathy at the same time.
Because many drugs for the prevention of prostatitis contain useful trace elements. In order not to cause hypovitaminosis, it is necessary to take vitamins only as directed by a doctor.
Physiotherapy
For prevention of stagnant prostatitis after 40 years it is recommended to do a transrectal massage every day for 2-3 minutes or to visit a specialist once a month. Sex shops sell prostate massagers, which are easy to use and allow you to perform the procedure yourself.
If you have already had prostatitis, a course of 8-10 sessions is recommended. They are performed during remission. The purpose of the procedures is to improve the blood circulation in the gland, to eliminate the pathologically accumulated secretion. In case of hemorrhoids or anal fissures, massage is contraindicated. Hot baths with turpentine, herbal decoctions and pine needles are used to prevent and alleviate the symptoms of prostatitis. They are performed at bedtime, the water should be 37-38o. After regular procedures, there is a general strengthening of immunity, improvement of blood circulation in the pelvis and normalization of sperm production.
Initial methods
Prevention of prostatitis in men at home is based on the use of folk recipes. All prostate problems are due to blood stasis in the capillaries. The following procedures will help prevent this process:
- contrasting rising shower;
- pouring cold water;
- herbal compresses;
- decoction trays;
- rectal suppositories with homemade propolis.
It is also very important to protect yourself from nervous tension and stress. Erectile dysfunction in the early stages of prostatitis most often occurs due to self-hypnosis and fear of not satisfying a woman.
Alternative medicine can prevent and even cure the disease. However, it is advisable to consult a doctor before using any method.
Other non-traditional ways to maintain prostate health
Prophylaxis of prostatitis is carried out effectively with the help of herbal decoctions, infusions, consumption of vegetables and fruits. It is necessary to pay attention to herbs that have diuretic, antibacterial, sedative and anti-inflammatory action.
Prevention and treatment of prostatitis with folk recipes at home:
- Ivan tea. Boil 10 grams of herbs in 500 ml of water, cover the infusion container for 10-15 minutes, strain. It is recommended to take 1 teaspoon 2 times a day.
- Pumpkin. Dried seeds of this vegetable should be taken 25-30 pieces a day.
- Beekeeping products. Honey and propolis have anti-inflammatory and disinfectant properties. It is therefore recommended to be consumed daily with food or added to beverages.
- Walnut. Eat a few nuts a day.
- Hazel. The bark and leaves of hazel are boiled and poured into water. Drink a glass of ready drink every day on an empty stomach.
- Aspen. Its young bark is filled with a glass of water or alcohol. After a 10-day infusion, the mixture should be drunk several times a day on a teaspoon.
Also, men are advised to consume ginger (eat root, make tea, add to food), more greenTea chamomile and balm is good for men's health, which has a tonic effect on the body.
Preventive nutrition
Problems with the genitourinary system can be caused by improper diet, excessive consumption of fatty, smoked foods. Therefore, measures to prevent inflammation of the prostate gland include diet. The following foods should predominate in the diet of men over 40:
- fresh vegetables and fruits;
- oily fish;
- nuts;
- lean meat;
- porridge;
- green tea.
Eliminate unhealthy fats found in chips and crackers. Do not abuse fast food, alcohol. If you have problems urinating, it is recommended to drink cranberry juice daily.
Physiotherapy exercises
A person who leads a sedentary lifestyle should pay attention to physiotherapy exercises. Daily exercise will prevent many diseases of the genitourinary system. The main thing is not to pump the muscles, but to increase blood circulation in the small pelvis and strengthen the heart.
Recommended Sports
To prolong men's health, you need to exercise. Every physical activity affects the condition of the prostate gland.
It is recommended that the strong half pay attention to the following types:
- works;
- competitive walking;
- rock climbing;
- tennis, badminton;
- morning exercises or gymnastics.
Remember a physical education lesson in childhood and do the following exercises every day to prevent prostatitis: push-ups, squats, lifting and abducting legs, birch, walking, cycling. The lesson should take 15-20 minutes a day, each element should be done in several approaches, gradually increasing the load.
Kegel Gymnastics
It is necessary to tense the intimate muscle group during the day while lying down, standing or sitting. Try to retract your anus and lift your penis at least 200 times. Such training exercises not only improve the condition of the prostate, but also prevent urinary disorders and reduce the risk of developing impotence.
Sex in a man's life
Frequent change of sexual partners or lack of sex affects the development of prostatitis. Also, during communication, do not forget about caution. Even oral sex can lead to infectious diseases, as the mouth is a good place for germs to build up.
The culture of healthy intimate relationships
To prevent the development of bacterial prostatitis, it is recommended to carefully choose a sexual partner.
The best protection against sexually transmitted diseases among contraceptives is considered to be a condom.
However, even such measures are not able to completely protect you from sexually transmitted diseases. Therefore, it is advisable to have a permanent partner for a healthy sexual relationship.
In addition to indiscriminate intercourse, prolonged abstinence from sex is harmful. Therefore, there is an accumulation of semen and prostate juice. Bacteria can grow in body fluids, causing inflammation of the prostate gland.
Sex is the most affordable and enjoyable way to prevent prostatitis.
Harm and benefits of masturbation
Lack of sexual intercourse has a detrimental effect on men's health. Stagnation of blood in the prostate can provoke an enlargement of the gland or the appearance of tumors. If a man lives without sex for a long time, he should masturbate for preventive purposes. Twice a week is enough to maintain health.
Urologists and sexologists do not recommend completely replacing masturbation with sex. Because more muscles are involved during intercourse and the blood circulates much better.
General lifestyle guidelines
If you are stuck, supplement your daily activity with exercise. Reducing the risk of prostate inflammation requires more than just taking preventative measures, changing your daily routine and habits.
Use the following guidelines:
- Walk more.
- Give up bad habits.
- Have sex regularly.
- Be tempered.
- Visit saunas and baths.
- In the fall and spring, be sure to wear underwear and pants.
- After using the toilet and having sex, wash yourself.
- Eat wisely.
- Get some rest.
- Don't get tired, avoid stress.
It is also recommended to treat all diseases immediately, especially those related to the genitourinary system.
Advanced or chronic process in the body leads to a decrease in overall immunity.
Sanatorium-resort vacation
During the spa vacation, many activities are performed to maintain and improve health. Men who are prone to developing prostatitis or who have already had the disease are advised to visit health facilities every year. The following procedures will be useful:
- mud, salt or hot baths;
- local mud swabs;
- prostate massage;
- use of mineral waters;
- lfk;
- competitive walking;
- climatotherapy.
Sanatoriums specializing in urological problems have been established for the prevention and treatment of inflammation. They diagnose the condition of the prostate.
Depending on the results of the man is prescribed diet, use of vitamins and drugs.
It is not recommended to resort to this therapy during relapse (exacerbation) and chronic prostatitis. In this case, physiotherapy can only harm and worsen the condition of the prostate gland.
Dangers of complications of prostatitis
The prostate is considered to be the "second heart of a man", which is why its dysfunction leads to many pathological processes in the body. In inflammation, testosterone production is disrupted, which helps reduce libido.
The lack of treatment or the use of traditional medicine methods without consulting a doctor provokes the following complications:
- erectile dysfunction;
- complete absence of urination;
- spread of the inflammatory process in the urethra, bladder, kidneys;
- decreased libido, impotence;
- infertility;
- malignant neoplasms.
With prolonged urination disorders, constant pain and lack of sexual activity, the man develops psychological instability. He gets nervous and focuses on his problem. It is possible to restore libido and establish a sexual life in such conditions only after prolonged treatment with a psychotherapist.
Preventing prostatitis is much easier than curing it. Therefore, doctors recommend that you adhere to a proper lifestyle. Active sports, a balanced diet and regular sex will help maintain men's health. After 30 years you need to drink special vitamin complexes, to limit alcohol consumption.