Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are diseases often diagnosed in men.It is not surprising that representatives of the stronger sex are interested in their symptoms and other characteristics.Let's understand how these pathologies differ and how they are treated.
Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are diseases often diagnosed in men.
What is the difference between prostate adenoma and prostatitis?
In fact, there are several differences.
They relate to the following factors:
- Time of disease onset.Prostate adenoma is usually diagnosed in men aged 45-50 years, and prostatitis also affects younger representatives of the stronger sex.
- First symptoms.As a rule, patients with prostatitis complain of unpleasant sensations (including quite severe pain) and adenoma - urinary diseases.
- Reasons.Prostatitis is an inflammatory process and can be provoked by infection of the genital tract, and prostate adenoma is a tissue growth due to various factors.
- Clinical picture.Acute prostatitis is often accompanied by chills and fever, and adenoma occurs without signs of infection.
- Nature of pain.Inflammation is characterized by sharp pain in the groin, perineum and rectum.In its early stages, a tumor may not show itself.Although pain occurs, it is minimal.
Both pathologies are characterized by sexual dysfunction.
Causes of the development of prostatitis
The disease develops mainly under the influence of microorganisms that penetrate the prostate gland from various sources.As a rule, prostatitis occurs against the background of sexually transmitted infections.
The disease develops mainly under the influence of microorganisms that penetrate the prostate gland from various sources.
Some experts classify congestive prostatitis as a separate group.This disease is provoked by poor circulation in the pelvis.Against this background, inflammation occurs.The infection develops quite quickly.As a result, congestive prostatitis becomes chronic.
Symptoms of the disease
Prostatitis can occur in two forms: acute and chronic.
In all cases, acute prostatitis occurs with declared symptoms.Some men report only general discomfort, mild pain and temporary impairment of sexual function.
The acute form is characterized by the following symptoms:
- pain in the perineum;
- a feeling of pain under the scrotum;
- increase in body temperature;
- pain during defecation;
- increased frequency of urination;
- frequent painful call;
- Erectile disorders.
Patients also complain of mucous discharge from the urethra, perineum and groin, pain during excessive and painful ejaculation.
It is important!In all cases, acute prostatitis occurs with declared symptoms.Some men report only general discomfort, mild pain and temporary impairment of sexual function.These symptoms of a slow form of prostatitis are similar to prostate adenoma, which can lead to errors in diagnosis.
Chronic pathology is characterized by 3 main groups of symptoms:
- Painful.Men complain of rectal pain and tingling, tingling, and "pins and needles" in the lower back, thigh, thigh, perineum, and back.Against this background, the patient may be nervous.Men also report sweating and tremors.
- Urinary dysfunction.Men complain of urinary flow, difficulties when trying to empty the bladder, and frequent urges to go to the toilet.
- Sexual dysfunction.Patients have difficulty with a decrease in libido, ejaculation or the dream of it, and a complete erection.Infertility is often caused by prostatitis.
Pelvic nerves are often involved in the pathological process.As a result, additional symptoms are added to the main symptoms of prostatitis.These include hot flashes and evenings, tachycardia, as well as mood swings and problems with concentration.Some men complain of fatigue and sleepiness during the day, suspicion, feeling of a lump in the throat, without changes in saliva, weight and physical activity).
The reason for the liking of glandular tissue is a change in the metabolism of testosterone in the cells.
Reasons for the development of prostate adenoma
The reason for the liking of glandular tissue is a change in testosterone metabolism in cells.This process is inevitable and begins in men around the age of 40-45.Therefore, each representative of the stronger sex has pathological symptoms to one degree or another.Typically, yes, a tumor does not contain symptoms in the first stage, but it is already diagnosed in the 2nd or 3rd.
Symptoms of proliferation of glandular tissue
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptom.With a benign tumor, urinary disorders always come to the fore.
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptom.With a benign tumor, urinary disorders always come to the fore.
It is usually divided into 2 groups:
- Irritating symptoms.Patients complain of an increased urge to urinate with the need for regular nocturnal bladder emptying and urinary incontinence.
- Obstructive signs.These are the result of the narrowing of the urethra due to the enlargement of the gland.They need filtering when the urine is dragged in a weak stream, stream of urine and dropsy.
As the disease progresses, the kidneys, ureters and pelvis are involved in the pathological process.This causes increased blood pressure, back pain, persistent thirst, itchy skin, weakness and general deterioration of well-being.Patients develop pathologies of the cardiovascular system.Men also complain of suppressed sexual function.Infectious complications of prostate adenoma have also been found.In some cases, stones form in the bladder.Symptoms of varicose veins (if present) may also worsen.
Principles of treatment of prostatitis and prostate adenoma
Disease therapy is carried out using different drug groups.
Treatment of prostatitis is aimed at:
- suppression of the inflammatory process;
- stop the active spread of bacteria;
- improvement of lymph flow and blood circulation in pelvic vessels;
- prevention of the chronicity of the pathological process.
For these purposes, patients are prescribed anti-inflammatory and antibacterial drugs, as well as venotonics and blood thinners.Enzyme agents and immune response stimulants are recommended.
Treatment of prostate adenoma aims to:
- volume reduction;
- restoration of normal urine.
To solve these problems, patients are prescribed alpha-blockers, 5-alpha dedicase inhibitors, herbal medicines and other drugs.
Both prostatitis and prostate adenoma may require potential recovery.For this purpose, combination preparations based on plant components and other components have been prescribed.Medicines can be used simultaneously with the treatment of the main pathologies.When taken correctly, they do not harm the body.
It is important!Any medicine is prescribed only by a doctor.Self-medication is strictly prohibited.It can change the clinical picture and cause diagnostic difficulties.In addition, self-prescription of drugs can lead to deterioration of well-being.Also, you should not stop taking the medicine!
In some cases, diseases are treated surgically.Conservative therapy is prescribed when it is ineffective or inappropriate for one reason or another.
As a rule, surgical interventions are relevant in stages 2-3 of prostate adenoma.
The main operations include:
- Tour (Transurethral resection);
- laser treatment;
- Laparoscopy;
- Interventions using the da Vinci robot.
All operations are minimally invasive.They reduce damage to healthy tissue and provide a short rehabilitation period.
The surgical technique is selected by the doctor based on the available indications, elective diseases and individual characteristics of the patient.
Successful treatment of prostate adenoma and prostatitis also includes:
- Quit bad habits (smoking and alcohol abuse);
- Exclusion of animal fats, as well as canned foods, smoked and fried foods;
- Restriction in the diet of simple carbohydrates;
- Sufficient fluid intake (at least 2 liters of water);
- Regular visits to your doctor.Even if there are no pathological signs, you should contact him.This will allow you to identify all changes in time and prevent the development of complications.
Benefits of going to the clinic
- Experienced doctors.Our specialists have been involved in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate pathologies for a long time.They have the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out extensive manipulations.
- Opportunities for quick diagnostics.Our experts use expert-level equipment.The day of treatment allows you to make a diagnosis.
- Individual approach to therapy.Treatment of prostatitis and prostate adenoma is provided taking into account the type and stage of the disease, the characteristics of the patient, as well as existing elective diseases.
- Conservative therapy using modern techniques.
- Modern methods of surgical treatment.Surgical interventions are performed using a laser and a Da Vinci robot.Laparoscopic operations and tour (transurethral resection) are performed.This allows to reduce the risks of interventions and the duration of the rehabilitation period.
- Convenience of visiting clinics.They are located near the subway.In addition, we made sure that there were no queues and we were ready to receive patients at a convenient time for them.