Prostatitis in men has various symptoms, it all largely depends on the form of the disease.The inflammatory process in the tissues of the prostate gland occurs for several reasons.Viruses, bacteria and even chronic diseases such as tuberculosis and pyelonephritis can be to blame.
Some forms of the disease are rare, while others are diagnosed more often.There is also a so-called general symptomatology, but understanding the classification is not so simple.
What is prostatitis?
Prostatitis is an inflammatory disease that occurs for various reasons.The inflammatory process affects the tissue of the prostate gland, is characterized by unpleasant symptoms and can be a consequence of tuberculosis, alcoholism or obesity.
Types of prostatitis known to doctors:
- Acute bacterial: This type of disease is quite rare and is characterized by acute and pronounced symptoms.Requires hospital treatment under the supervision of a specialist;can cause sepsis or septic shock.
- Chronic bacterial - the disease often occurs without pronounced symptoms, but in some cases some signs of an acute type of prostatitis are observed.
- Chronic (non-bacterial) - develops against the background of infectious diseases or occurs as a result of inflammatory processes occurring in the body over a long period of time.Doctors have not been able to identify all the factors that led to the development of the inflammatory process.
- Asymptomatic (asymptomatic) - may appear as a concomitant disease, develops rapidly, but has no specific symptoms.Signs of the inflammatory process are mild.In some cases, the disease does not require treatment and disappears on its own after eliminating the root cause.
- Chronic granulomatous - occurs against the background of replacement of prostate tissue with outgrowths of fibrous tissue with granules inside.In this case, there may be foci of necrosis in the granules.The disease develops as a complication after surgery on the pelvic organs or as a consequence of an infectious process occurring in the tissues.
Classification in detail
Forms of prostatitis may also have a slightly different classification, depending on the type of pathogen that led to the development of inflammation:
Type of bacterial disease.The causative agents are Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, streptococci and staphylococci.The bacteria enter the prostate tissue through the lymph and bloodstream.
- Type of gonorrheal disease.Pathogens: gonococci.Infection occurs through unprotected sexual contact.
- Viral type of disease.It appears due to herpes virus, cytomegalovirus and human papillomavirus.The main danger of the disease is that viral cells actively multiply and can infect cells of nearby organs.
- Type of tuberculosis disease.The causative agents are Koch's bacilli.This type of infection is dangerous because it is difficult to treat and manifests itself as a concomitant disease during the active course of the main one - tuberculosis.
- Type of fungal disease.The causative agent is fungi of the genus Candida.It develops while taking antibiotics or after unprotected sexual intercourse with a woman who has thrush.
- Mixed type of disease.It appears as a result of infection with at least two of the above diseases.It is extremely rare.
A woman can infect a man with various bacteria.Infection occurs during the period of unprotected PA.Furthermore, the partner's pregnancy increases the risk of infection during this period;a woman, against the background of a weakened immune system, often develops thrush, and this, in turn, becomes the cause of the development of fungal prostatitis.
Signs and symptoms of prostate inflammation in men
The first sign of prostatitis is pain that occurs during urination and is of an increasing nature, intensifying as the ureter is compressed.
Main signs of prostatitis:
- problems in the intimate sphere;
- discharge from the urethra (in rare cases it all depends on the type of disease);
- pain when urinating;
- frequent pulse;
- increased body temperature, general signs of intoxication.
Symptoms of prostatitis in men are on the rise.The swelling of the prostate tissue gradually increases.It increases in volume, as it increases, the pain increases and the symptoms become more intense.
Signs of acute and chronic prostatitis
So, how acute prostatitis manifests itself, a description of the symptoms:
- Increase in body temperature to 38 degrees and above.
- The appearance of discharge from the urethra.
- Increasing pain in the groin area.
- Frequent and painful urge to urinate.
- Erection problems.
Symptoms often occur spontaneously, increase and may be accompanied by a worsening of the patient's general condition: decreased appetite, general weakness, malaise and apathy.
What signs are characteristic of the chronic type of the disease:
- discomfort during erection;
- recurring pain in the groin, abdomen, testicles or even perineum;
- difficulties encountered while urinating.
In the chronic form of the course, the signs of prostatitis in men are mild and occur periodically.From time to time they disturb a man.But under unfavorable conditions, the symptoms intensify, problems with erection and urination arise.
Causes of prostate disease
The causes of prostatitis in men are different;the inflammatory process in the tissues develops against the background of:
- failure to comply with personal hygiene rules;
- sexual contact with a woman who has an infectious disease;
- systematic hypothermia;
- chronic pyelonephritis or tuberculosis.
The causes of the disease are often associated with the presence of an infectious agent in the human body.In the absence of adequate therapy, a chronic inflammatory process gradually develops, affecting nearby tissues.
The cause of prostatitis in young people can be constant stress, poor nutrition, lack of vitamins, prolonged abstinence, promiscuity, intense physical activity, etc.
Despite the fact that the causes of prostatitis are different, according to urologists there is a risk group that includes people:
- Elderly.
- With reduced immunity.
- Lead a sedentary lifestyle.
- Anyone who abuses alcohol.
Chronic diseases, systematic alcohol consumption, promiscuous sexual intercourse - all this can cause the development of an inflammatory process.But if you regularly undergo tests, visit a urologist and get tested, you may never encounter this disease.
Diagnosis of the disease
The diagnosis of prostatitis occurs in several stages, includes:
- collection of the anamnesis (description of the symptoms that bother the patient);
- perform an ultrasound of the pelvic organs (prostate, kidneys and ureters);
- urinalysis (general, clinical, according to Nechiporenko, daily dose and bacterial culture);
- smear from the urethra for microflora;
- inspection;
- blood test for ELISA;
- urography (performed if necessary, due to the toxicity of the method and the presence of contraindications).
The main diagnostic method is to conduct a comprehensive study to identify and eliminate the root cause of the disease.
Treatment methods for prostatitis
Treatment of prostatitis in men begins with stopping the inflammatory process and reducing the intensity of unpleasant symptoms.It can take place in several stages and include:
- take antibiotics;
- performing physiotherapeutic procedures;
- take diuretics, vitamins and immunomodulators.
How to treat prostatitis in men, and most importantly, how, your doctor should tell you.Since it all depends on the cause of the inflammation and the severity of the symptoms.
Tablets for prostatitis can be divided into several groups:
- anti-inflammatory drugs;
- antibacterial drugs;
- vitamins and immune system stimulants.
Antibiotics are still prescribed, but to prescribe such drugs to a patient, the doctor must be sure of the diagnosis.
The drugs are taken in a course of 2-3 weeks.If necessary, the duration of therapy is increased.But if antibiotics do not have the desired effect on the patient's body, therapy is subject to correction.
Prostate massage is a method to improve the effectiveness of treatment.It is prescribed for prostate congestion and is used in addition to the main therapy.
Massage is most effective during the period of exacerbation of the disease.It helps to "relieve" the prostate gland from the secretions accumulated in it, thereby removing pathogenic microorganisms through the urethra.This helps to improve the effect of antibiotics and shorten the duration of treatment.
What physiotherapeutic procedures can be prescribed:
- laser treatment;
- heating;
- ultrasonic phonophoresis;
- diadynamophoresis.
Why is prostatitis dangerous if left untreated?
Is prostatitis dangerous to men's health and what is the main danger of the disease?The fact is that inflammation develops rapidly, “invades” the prostate tissue and if the disease is not treated it can cause:
- chronic infertility;
- fibrous changes in tissues;
- impotence (with a probability of up to 45%);
- chronic diseases of the kidneys and other nearby organs.
What is the danger of prostatitis with incorrectly selected therapy:
- Without treatment, the inflammatory process can become chronic.
- Lead to the development of prostatic adenoma.
- Erection problems.
Over a long period of time, inflammation will cause intoxication, the signs of which will only worsen the patient's well-being and complicate the course of the disease.
Prevention of prostatitis at home
Prevention of prostatitis boils down to simple rules:
- maintain personal hygiene;
- use of antiseptics after unprotected PA;
- rationalize sexual life;
- correction of diet (it is worth including meat in the diet, it is rich in protein).
Prevention of prostatitis in men may also include taking certain medications:
- vitamins and minerals;
- immunostimulants;
- diuretics of plant origin.
Preventive methods will help prevent the development of the inflammatory process, but you should not lose vigilance.
In order not to encounter prostatitis, it is worth treating colds and viral diseases.
Inflammation of the prostate is a dangerous disease that can cause serious complications.Therefore, if unpleasant symptoms appear, you should contact a urologist as soon as possible, this will avoid serious complications: impotence, infertility.