One of the most dangerous "male" diseases is prostatitis - an acute inflammation of the prostate gland. The disease is accompanied by discomfort during urination and can threaten infertility. Different types of prostatitis develop at different rates and require a special therapeutic method. The disease has a number of serious complications and requires timely diagnosis. This will help to identify the features and type of the disease in time to start treatment at an early stage of the disease.
Forms and symptoms of the disease
The disease can occur in acute and chronic forms. The method of treatment is selected depending on the symptoms that characterize the course of the pathology. The symptoms of acute and chronic forms are different and have a number of features. The acute form always precedes the chronic form, which can lead to more serious diseases such as adenoma and cancer.
Treatment of prostatitis at any stage of development has a favorable prognosis if no complications appear.
Acute prostatitis
Prostate tissues are exposed to pathogenic microorganisms. Also, the acute form develops as a result of damage to the body by a fungus. Due to the inflammatory process, the balance of the microflora is disturbed and immunity is reduced. As a result, inflammation of the prostate gland worsens. Other causes of acute prostatitis include:
- Decreased or weakened immunity. Prostate problems are more common in men who have chronic diseases of the genitourinary system and are prone to frequent colds.
- Operational intervention. Any surgery can cause various diseases.
- Pathology of internal organs. The presence of pathogenic microorganisms can lead to the development of prostatitis.
- Hormonal failure and increased estrogen production. The risk group includes men aged 30-40.
- Caries. Untreated dental disease is one of the most common causes of prostate disease. Bad teeth cause germs to spread throughout the body and cause bacterial prostatitis.
Symptoms of acute prostatitis:
- severe aching pain in the muscles and lower back;
- delays and frequent urination;
- erectile dysfunction.
The acute phase requires urgent treatment. The patient is prescribed medication and physiotherapy.
It is important! At the first sign of illness, you should see a doctor immediately, and sometimes hospitalization may be required. After the examination, the features of the pathology are determined and treatment is prescribed. Self-medication can lead to the transition from acute to chronic form and serious complications (abscesses of nearby tissues and vascular thrombosis).
Chronic prostatitis
The most dangerous and serious form of the disease. It is characterized by a "slow" course: more often the symptoms of prostatitis do not appear in any way. All types of chronic prostatitis occur as a result of neglect of symptoms and untimely treatment, sometimes without acute form. Other possible causes of chronic prostatitis include:
- obstruction in the internal organs;
- sedentary work, hypodynamics;
- weakened immunity;
- nutrition;
- bad habits;
- trauma;
- infectious diseases of the genital organs;
- stress;
- hypothermia.
Lack of therapy can lead to adenoma. Often the disease is asymptomatic, so men, especially after 30 years, should undergo regular medical examinations.
Outcomes of chronic prostatitis:
- genitourinary and systemic dysfunction;
- burning pain in the groin;
- decreased libido, lack of erection;
- general disorder, weakness.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis is outpatient, but sometimes the patient can be hospitalized. Therapy includes physiotherapy, antibiotics and a complex of therapeutic diets. As an additional therapeutic measure, massage is prescribed, especially in neglected cases.
Classification
Infectious
It is an inflammation of the prostate caused by pathogenic microflora. It can occur in both acute and chronic forms. It often develops against the background of infectious and fungal diseases such as influenza, rubella, chickenpox, herpes.
Factors influencing the development of bacterial prostatitis include smoking, alcohol use, weakened immunity, SARS. This form often occurs in patients between the ages of 20 and 40. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory drugs are used for treatment.
Bacterial
A rare type of prostatitis, the main cause of which are bacteria - E. coli, staphylococci, Trichomonas, chlamydia and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Diagnosis is made by blood, urine and secretion tests. The symptoms correspond to the acute form.
The disease is triggered by nervous disorders, smoking, alcohol dependence, stress, depression. Sometimes the infection can occur in the postoperative period.
Treatment includes antibiotics and non-steroidal medications to relieve inflammation. Disruption of the course of treatment can lead to the development of chronic prostatitis.
Mushrooms
The cause of the pathology is the entry of fungi (aspergillus or candida) into the tissue of the prostate gland. Fungal infections can occur as a result of hormonal changes and long-term use of antibiotics and antibacterial drugs. It also occurs against the background of chronic diseases and decreased immunity. Treatment with folk remedies and self-medication can lead to a chronic form and serious complications.
Sometimes it is asymptomatic, which makes it difficult to diagnose in time. The latent form can cause cancer cells to multiply. Diagnosis is made by biopsy. With fungal prostatitis there are disorders of the genitourinary system, urethritis, cystitis, pain in the groin and pelvis, fever.
stagnant
It is a chronic type of non-infectious origin. The reasons are obstruction of the circulatory system in the pelvic region or stagnation of prostate secretion. It can occur in latent form or with mild symptoms. Symptoms may include light rubbing pain in the genitals, groin, or pelvis, fever, and pain when urinating.
Sometimes it manifests itself in the form of sexual disorders (decreased libido, insufficient erection, liquefaction or retention of sperm). Drugs that stimulate blood circulation and hormonal agents are used for treatment. Physiotherapy exercises will also be effective.
Purulent
The most dangerous for the patient's health is the purulent type. It is characterized by discharge from the urethra and fever, indicating the presence of an infection.
Stages and subtypes:
- catarrhal.This subtype of prostatitis is isolated as a separate disease of infectious origin. The difference is the absence of purulent discharge. All inflammatory processes occur only in the secretory ducts of the gland. The causes are complications of influenza, tonsillitis and SARS. It manifests itself in the form of a urge to urinate, often with weak, excruciating pain. The prognosis is favorable. Usually a complex treatment of concomitant diseases is prescribed.
- Follicular.The acute stage begins with inflammatory processes in the ducts of the pancreas and is the result of pathological manifestations in other organs. Symptoms are mild and often invisible to the patient. ENT organs, respiratory system, urethra, etc. can cause infection or inflammation. Acute pain manifests itself in the form of a sharp rise in body temperature, and in the advanced stage there is a purulent discharge. The prognosis is favorable with timely treatment. If the course of treatment is not completed on time, it can progress to the parenchymal stage.
- Parenchymal. This is one of the most difficult and dangerous stages. The purulent nature spreads to all lobes of the prostate gland. In this subtype of the disease, the outflow of prostate secretions is disrupted and blocked by pus and mucus. The chronic form is often protracted. The patient has functional disorders of the genitourinary system, decreased erection and dissatisfaction with orgasm. Gonococcal infection is one of the most common causes of purulent prostatitis. The treatment is long, but has a positive effect. Self-medication can lead to life-threatening complications.
- Abscess. The stage is the most dangerous and requires urgent treatment. It manifests itself in the form of an abscess of prostate tissue. It can cause kidney failure, infertility, cystitis and sepsis. Complications can be fatal.
One of the main treatments is antibacterial medication. In advanced cases, the patient is operated on. Self-medication can lead to the patient's death.
calculated
It is a complex form of the disease that manifests itself with a long duration. The reason is the wrong therapy or incomplete treatment. It is characterized by the formation of stone inclusions in the ducts of the gland. Endogenous stones can block the urethra, causing the patient to experience severe pain during sex, walking, and urination.
This can lead to complications such as impotence and infertility. Treatment is carried out in a hospital, sometimes the patient undergoes surgery. Prolonged treatment can lead to prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and adenoma.
Prevention
Preventive measures will help prevent the development of pathology and reduce the likelihood of infection. The simplest preventive measures are:
- regular sexual intercourse;
- Personal hygiene;
- abstinence from smoking and alcohol;
- wear comfortable cotton underwear;
- maintain immunity;
- proper nutrition;
- protection from hypothermia.
You can prevent the development of pathology by performing simple daily physical exercises at home - cycling, bridge, maple.
By setting aside 10 minutes each day for physical activity, you can halve your risk of prostatitis.
Simple exercises will also help improve your well-being:
- Stand up straight, emphasizing one leg. Make large wide swings back and forth with your other foot. It is recommended to make 100 swings with each foot.
- Bends. Separate your legs shoulder-width apart and bend your body to the right and left, respectively.
- Try to hold your breath for 10-15 seconds several times a day. Repeat breathing exercises at least 5 times a day.
Treatment of prostatitis is a long and complicated process that can cause many problems. Regular examinations and preventive measures should be taken to protect the body from the development of this pathology.