Prostatitis is called inflammation of the prostate gland.
The prostate iron (prostate) is an organ of the male reproductive system, which is located directly under the bladder.A urethra (urethra) passes through the thickness of the prostate gland.Therefore, the inflammatory process in the prostate affects immediately on sexual function and urination.
Prostatitis is one of the most common diseases of the male genitourinary system.With age, the probability of the disease increases;It is believed that at 30, prostatitis is found in 30%of men, in 40 - in 40%, in 50 years - in 50%, after 50 years of prostatitis is detected in almost every man.
The causes of prostatitis
Prostatitis can be caused by an infection.The causative agents of prostatitis are various pathogens: bacteria, viruses, fungi, microplasma, ureaplasma, chlamydia.
The infection can penetrate the prostate gland in several ways:
- through the urethra - in this case, prostatitis occurs as a complication of urethritis (inflammation of the urethra);
- With the current of the lymph - infection is transferred from other inflamed organs, primarily from the intestines.Similar consequences can have proctitis, hemorrhoids, dysbiosis.
- With a blood flow - the infection can be transferred even from distant foci of inflammation, as, for example, with sinusitis or caries.
However, a decisive role in the occurrence of prostatitis is not played by infection.Infectious inflammation in the prostate gland usually develops against the background of factors favorable to the disease.Therefore, prostatitis can develop independently, without the penetration of infection.The main causes of prostatitis are the stagnation of the secret in the prostate gland, as well as a violation of blood circulation in the gland itself and its surrounding organs.
Factors contributing to the stagnation of the secretion of the prostate gland and the impaired blood circulation in the pelvic organs, and this increase the risk of prostatitis:
- prolonged sexual abstinence or, conversely, excessive sexual activity that contributes to the overstrain of the prostate gland;
- work, which has to be mainly in a sitting position;
- sedentary lifestyle;
- Problems with stools (chronic constipation).
Factors that contribute to the penetration of infection into the prostate gland, and this increase the risk of prostatitis:
- long stress;
- general hypothermia of the body;
- chronic alcoholism;
- The oppressed state of the immune system (it can be a result of chronic infectious diseases, overvoltage during sports, chronic lack of sleep, poor nutrition, etc.).
Complications of prostatitis
Manifestations of prostatitis are able to seriously spoil life in themselves, but prostatitis is also dangerous and possible complications.Inflammation from the hearth in the prostate gland can switch to other organs and cause:
- vesiculite (inflammation of the seed bubbles);
- colliculite (inflammation of the seed tubercle);
- Epididymorchitis (inflammation of the testicles and their appendages).
Prostatitis left without treatment often causes male infertility.
Symptoms of prostatitis
The main symptoms of prostatitis are:
- pain in the lower abdomen, in the lower back, in the groin, in the perineum and genitals;
- rapid urination (caused by irritation of nerve endings);
- difficult urinating, incomplete emptying of the bladder (caused by edema of the prostate gland);
- Disorders of sexual function.
Violations of the genitourinary system, as a rule, are forcing a person to experience and nervous, so prostatitis is often accompanied by symptoms of neurasthenia.
Prostatitis can occur both in acute and in chronic forms.However, prostatitis in acute form is not a very common disease.Chronic prostatitis develops much more often.
Symptoms of acute prostatitis
In acute prostatitis, all the symptoms are clearly expressed.The pains are strong.Usually the temperature rises.In severe cases, the temperature can increase to 39-40 ° C.A sharp delay in urine (loss of the possibility of independent urination with a filled bladder) is possible.The lack of treatment can lead to purulent melting of the tissues of the prostate gland with the formation of abscesses.
Symptoms of chronic prostatitis
In chronic prostatitis, the symptoms are more smoothed and can not cause serious anxiety for a long time.Often prostatitis is detected only during a preventive examination.In chronic prostatitis, the temperature usually does not increase above 37 ° C, that is, it is within normal limits.Patients can periodically experience unpleasant sensations in the perineum, unpleasant sensations during urination and defecation may occur.During defecation, discharge from the urethra can be observed - this is a characteristic symptom of chronic prostatitis.
The development of chronic prostatitis leads to problems with an erection.This is due to the involvement of nerves passing through the prostate gland in the inflammatory process, which are responsible for the erectile function.
Methods of diagnosis of prostatitis
The first step in the treatment of prostatitis is the exact diagnosis, since the course of treatment depends on the variety of the disease.
Finger rectal examination
At the first visit to the doctor, you must be prepared for the fact that the doctor will conduct a finger rectal examination of the prostate gland.
Laboratory diagnostics
The complex of laboratory tests for prostatitis includes an analysis of the secret of the prostate (microscopic and cultural studies), a general urine analysis (a 2-glass test can be prescribed-before the prostate massage and after) and a general blood test.
Ultrasound of the prostate gland
An ultrasound of the prostate allows you to identify signs of inflammation and impaired structure of tissues of the prostate gland, as well as clarify its size.
Methods of treatment of prostatitis
Doctors and urologists are engaged in the treatment of prostatitis.
The course of treatment depends on the variety of the disease.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis is a difficult task.This process requires time and an integrated approach, which includes antibacterial therapy, measures to stimulate immunity and blood circulation in the prostate gland, including prostate massage and physiotherapy.Methods such as finger massage of the prostate, vibration massage, electrical stimulation of the prostate, laser therapy with a rectal sensor are used.
Movement is also necessary.To avoid relapses, one should strive to lead a healthy lifestyle.
The importance of treatment of chronic prostatitis
Chronic prostatitis must be treated in a timely manner.If signs of chronic prostatitis are detected, a doctor should be treated, you should not do self -medication.
Chronic prostatitis can manifest itself at the most inappropriate time and turn all life plans over.Therefore, it is so necessary to regularly check the state of your health and consult a doctor when the first alarming symptoms appear.