Prostatitis is a disease that can occur only in the male genitourinary system. Representatives of the strong half seldom rush to the doctor and often skip the favorable stage for treatment, leaving the solution of health problems at a convenient time, which usually comes too late. It is very important to listen to your body and identify problems in time that could lead to long-term imprisonment in a hospital bed.
Prostate health is especially important during adolescence. However, the disease is actively rejuvenating. If earlier it was diagnosed mainly in men over 40 years of age, now the symptoms of prostatitis begin to appear at the age of 20-25. Almost every second person suffers.
The role of the prostate in the male body
This organ is often called the "second heart" because of the many important functions it performs. There is a secretion that dilutes the sperm, the gland is part of the sphincter, which regulates the urinary process, produces and converts male hormones, and also contributes to the feeling of orgasm.
Signs and symptoms of prostatitis in men
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the tissues of the prostate gland (prostate gland), the pathology itself will inevitably manifest itself, even in the adjacent organs, vas deferens, urethra and bladder. The main arteries of the circulatory and lymphatic systems pass through the groin, which further increases congestion. Many nerve fibers that work in this area of the body help with painful seizures.
The symptoms of prostatitis are due to the type of disease characterized by its initial cause. The following types are defined:
- bacterial;
- non-bacterial or non-infectious;
- spicy;
- chronic.
Although you can distinguish the symptoms of prostatitis for each substance, the symptoms have similar manifestations:
- There is discomfort and pain in the suprapubic region, groin and scrotum.
- Often there is a desire to go to the toilet with cuts and pain, a feeling of incomplete discharge.
- Libido falls.
- Body temperature rises, I get a cold.
- Depressed mood, apathy, depressed mood.
At least two of these symptoms are already an important reason to visit a specialist urologist or andrologist. An insidious disease can go unnoticed for a long time, and the first signs of prostatitis in men will be detected years after the onset of the provocative factor.
It is worth being careful of pain in the small pelvis, sacrum and lower back. Pain syndrome is aggravated by abstinence or, conversely, very often sexual intercourse. Pancreatic secretion has natural bactericidal barriers, so only stagnant fluid can trigger the inflammatory process when the bactericidal effect is absent.
Symptoms of prostatitis for various diseases
Many forms and types of prostatitis are identified based on the clinical picture of the disease. Each of them differs in the symptoms and nature of the disease. How a prostatitis manifests itself depends on the reasons for its appearance.
Urologists identify two main causes of prostatitis:
- an infection that can enter the pelvic organs in different ways;
- stagnation of fluid in the pancreas.
What factors cause these events:
- infection of the genitourinary system with various microorganisms and fungi;
- reduction of immunity, protection against infections;
- hypothermia, for example, sitting on a cold surface for a long time;
- sedentary lifestyle causes stagnation in the body;
- Addiction to alcohol and tobacco has a negative effect on blood circulation, narrowing of blood vessels in the small pelvis;
- the proper production of hormones is disrupted, which contributes to problems or impotence in the genital area;
Let's analyze the individual forms and symptoms of prostatitis:
- Acute prostatitis- Inflammation of the prostate gland. It is accompanied by edema and disruption of natural processes. The swollen gland dilates and compresses the duct of the excretory system. There are problems with the management of natural needs, cramps, burning sensations and urinationThere is a feeling of pain, incompletely emptied urine flow. bubble. More advanced cases will be accompanied by swelling of the scrotum, which causes painful discomfort on palpation. The production of secretions that make up the sperm is disrupted, which affects its quality maturation. The intimate area of life also suffers. Physiological disorders have a negative impact on psychological well-being. In men with foci of purulent prostatitis, the symptoms will be as follows: viscous yellow discharge from the penis, high fever, acute urinary retention. Often, the cause of such a severe form of the disease is an infection that enters the body. Pathogenic microorganisms: viruses (papilloma, influenza), bacteria (chlamydia, trichomonas) and fungi, for example, the Candida family. In the acute form, the first signs of prostatitis in men will be similar to the first signs of any infectious disease: chills, weakness, muscle aches, fever up to 39 ° C. When there is a sharp pain in the pelvic region, a man comes to the conclusion that it is not just a cold and it is impossible to "sleep". Then there are problems with going to the toilet. Treatment of an acute infectious form can only be carried out properly by a qualified physician. We need an accurate diagnosis of the disease and get rid of the symptoms of prostatitis as soon as possible. In most cases, antibiotics are prescribed, the duration of which depends on the effectiveness of their effect. Medical treatment will be accompanied by physiotherapy procedures and prostate massage that promote rapid tissue regeneration.
- Chronic prostatitis- The most common pathology of the genitourinary system in men. According to medical statistics, about 80% of cases of prostatitis are chronic. The most common growth factor is the effect of pathogenic microorganisms, such as Trichomonas, on the body. Lack of regular physical activity, bad habits, trauma often lead to a chronic course of prostatitis. Acute prostatitis, which is not completely cured, is often chronic.
The most common symptoms of chronic prostatitis:
- discomfort and pain in the suprapubic region, pain in the groin;
- frequent night awakenings to go to the toilet;
- Difficulty urinating
- painful sensations during ejaculation;
In men, chronic signs of prostatitis and its symptoms cause discomfort in many men, but most tolerate them and do not consult a specialist, thinking that the disease can go away on its own. You can expect the opposite effect. In the case of this insidious disease, the man may progress in the form of more dangerous diseases, or chronic prostatitis will progress to its acute form.
The saddest result of the agreement will be infertility or impotence. Treatment of chronic prostatitis is carried out with the direct participation of a physician. He prescribes antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs. Medications are used to relax the muscles of the urethra, thus making it easier for the patient to go to the toilet.
Bacterial / non-infectious prostatitis - factors such as:
- was injured;
- sedentary lifestyle;
- constant stress;
- low immunity;
- internal infections of the intestine or small pelvis.
Symptoms of prostatitis will include discomfort or pain in the pelvis, difficulty going to the toilet, disorders in the intimate area, the patient is constantly tired, weak, mentally depressed. Self-medication is unacceptable because it requires an integrated approach by a careful specialist. It is very easy to harm your body by prescribing medication.
Wrong choice of antibiotics will have a detrimental effect on the intestinal microflora. There will be a decrease in immunity, which will exacerbate the processes taking place inside the prostate gland.
There are only medications that relieve the symptoms. If medications do not help for objective reasons, the specialist should replace them and include hormonal drugs in therapy.
Preventive measures
Prophylaxis to prevent prostatitis includes:
- Personal hygiene;
- regular rhythm of sexual activity;
- play sports;
- regular warm-ups in the office;
- complete diet;
- giving up bad habits;
- timely treatment of any infection of the genitourinary system;
- constant increase in immunity.
In men, the symptoms of prostatitis and its symptoms are very similar to a number of other dangerous diseases, such as cancer, abscesses, cystitis. Adverse results can leave a man sterile. Timely consultation with an experienced specialist will help to avoid health problems. It is very important to check your body regularly: once a year, especially after forty years, will suffice.