Symptoms and Signs of Prostatitis in Men and Its Treatment

Male urogenital diseases are difficult to treat and prone to recurrence. Prostate pathology affects hormonal levels, mood states, erections, and genitourinary function.Treatment of prostatitis in men is complicated because in the early stages of development, the disease actually does not show symptoms. The first signs appear when the disease progresses. Early diagnosis and adequate treatment options are key to achieving a good prognosis in combating the pathological process.

What is prostatitis

With few exceptions, the term "prostatitis" refers to chronic or acute inflammation of the prostate. The symptoms of prostatitis in men are similar to those of other diseases of the genitourinary system. This process leads to blockage of glandular tissue and the development of the following diseases:

• Urination disorders.
• Decreased libido.
• Erectile dysfunction.
• Pain syndrome.

This disease causes adhesions and scarring to form. Tissue metabolism and blood circulation gradually deteriorate. Irreversible changes can only be corrected through surgery. There are many types of disease depending on the cause and stage of development.

Classification of prostatitis

Inflammation of the prostate matures against the background of congestion in the pelvic area. This process can quickly become chronic. The best period for treatment is in the early stages of the disease.Medical reference books describe 4 types of diseases with characteristic symptoms and manifestations:

• one type—Acute prostatitis.Catalysts are infection, injury and glandular hypothermia entering the tissue. Inflammation occurs suddenly and lasts for 3-4 days. Without the necessary treatment, it can become chronic. Manifestations:
  1. hot,
  2. fever,
  3. Pelvic and lower back pain,
  4. The body is poisoned.
  If the course is unfavorable, the disease continues in a suppurative form, posing a danger to human life.
• Category 2—Chronic bacterial prostatitis.It starts with deterioration. Reasons for occurrence: interruption of antibiotic course, self-medication. Inflammation occurs in a latent form, with no obvious manifestations, until the immune system is severely weakened and infection causes the disease to worsen. Treatment begins with antibiotics and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Category III—Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS).A disease mutated from acute inflammation of the prostate. The disorder develops slowly, causing irreversible changes that lead to tissue blockage. Congestive inflammation is divided into two subgroups:
  1. Category IIIa - Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome with signs of inflammation.It is characterized by distinct manifestations: low-grade fever, which in exacerbation reaches 38-38. 5°. Characteristic symptoms of male prostatitis: worsening erection, hematospermia, prolonged intercourse without orgasm, and urinary disturbance.
  2. Category IIIb - Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome without signs of inflammation.In this case, symptoms can only be diagnosed using instrumental research methods.
• Category 4—Asymptomatic (no symptoms) chronic prostatitis.It is considered a poorly understood disease and its etiology is not entirely clear. Some leading urologists suggest that the cause of the disease is age-related. There are no pathological symptoms.

Even in its early stages, prostatitis is difficult to cure. In order to achieve stable remission, it is necessary to eliminate the causes - catalysts and cope with the complications and consequences that arise.

Why is prostatitis dangerous?

Prostatic inflammation is a serious pathology affecting men's health. Possible complications and consequences of the disease:

• erectile dysfunction-Scarring and adhesions caused by inflammation can block normal blood flow in the cavernous blood vessels. At the same time, the prostate's ability to process testosterone decreases. Decreased libido. In the acute phase, friction and ejaculation can cause pain. All of the above conditions can cause an erection to worsen. In some cases, complete impotence is diagnosed.
• infertility— Chronic inflammation affects not only the prostate but also spreads to adjacent parts and organs of the genitourinary system. Degenerative disease usually manifests itself in the ligaments: testicles + glandular tissue. Decreased quality and quantity of spermatogenesis. Pregnancy is problematic in men with advanced prostatitis.
• development of related diseases- Inflammation can spread to adjacent organs of the genitourinary system:
  1. urethra,
  2. bladder,
  3. kidney,
  4. scrotum
  The initiated process can negatively affect the body's activity, leading to urinary problems, including acute urinary retention. Development of: renal failure, varicocele, hydrocele, urethritis, cystitis, etc.
• die— There is a danger of death from purulent disease. If acute male prostatitis is not treated in time, suppuration occurs and develops into an abscess, the patient's life will be in danger. A ruptured cavity in the rectum can cause systemic poisoning and possibly death.

In severe cases, surgery may be required. Unlike adenomas or malignant growths, surgery is extremely rare and does not guarantee prevention of recurrence.

Which doctor treats prostatitis

It all depends on the manifestations of the disease. Urologists remain primary. This specialist treats pathologies of the male genitourinary system, including inflammation of the prostate. If certain irregularities occur, it may be necessary to involve doctors from other specialties.Current clinical guidelines indicate the need to promote:

• Psychiatrist— Help is needed if pain and other manifestations lead to psychological rejection of sexual relations, impotence without physical disease.
• immunologist——Long-term antimicrobial drug treatment takes a strong toll on the body. Protective functions and ability to fight infection are reduced. Some forms of prostatitis begin as an autoimmune disease. In each case, the help of an immunologist is needed.
• surgeon— Opening purulent abscesses, performing TUR, prostatectomy and removal of calcifications are all done by specialists. A surgeon's help is needed to remove adhesions in the seminiferous ducts and restore reproductive function.

The number of experts required to completely cure a patient convincingly demonstrates that it is impossible to cure prostatitis alone, let alone eliminate complications. Qualified help is needed.

How to recognize prostatitis

The insidious thing about this disease is that inflammation develops asymptomatically in a latent form over a long period of time. The first symptoms of prostatitis are usually attributed to: fatigue, radiculitis, genitourinary disorders. The pain will stop after taking analgesics or antispasmodics. But prostate inflammation persists until the disease spreads globally. A man goes to the doctor and is given an unpleasant diagnosis. Still, the most effective way to get rid of prostatitis is early diagnosis and immediate treatment. The chance of complete cure is about 80%.To distinguish inflammation from other diseases, several diagnostic tests are needed:

• Rectal method— The doctor probes the structure of the glands by inserting a finger into the anus, which allows any abnormalities and deviations to be identified.
• Ultrasound and transrectal ultrasonography— Diagnostic ultrasound remains the research standard due to its low cost and availability. The monitor shows loose gland structure, indicating inflammation; calcification and other signs of prostatitis can be detected.
• Clinical and biochemical tests of blood and urine- Shows the presence of inflammation and identifies the source of infection.
• Sperm diagram- Decreased sperm motility and velocity, characteristic symptoms of congestive prostatitis and obstruction of glandular tissue. During infectious diseases, bacteria and pathogens are found in semen.
• MRI and PET-CT- The most reliable diagnostic method. Because of the high cost, the test is only done when the results of a previous test are unclear and when cancer is suspected.

Tomography scans can reveal early signs of prostatitis that other diagnostic methods cannot. MRI remains the preferred type of instrumentation if prostate dysfunction is suspected.

How long will the treatment take

Stories of miraculous salvation within days are nothing more than legend. There is no quick cure for prostatitis. Once inflammation is diagnosed, you'll need long-term treatment and radical changes in your eating habits and lifestyle. Only in this way is it possible to defeat the disease.Modern and effective methods of treating prostatitis make it possible to shorten the treatment time. With a comprehensive approach, significant improvements can be achieved within 2-3 months.Doctors have learned to deal with the consequences of prostatitis. The unique treatment helps eliminate infertility, restore normal erections, and increase sexual desire.

Once your condition is stable and in remission, you'll need to take herbal medicines regularly, participate in physical therapy to prevent disease, and maintain your men's health in other ways.

How is prostatitis treated?

There is no effective medication that will make all unpleasant symptoms disappear after taking it. There is no such magic bullet in traditional medicine. The best methods of treating prostatitis in men have been proven effective and include a comprehensive approach: medication + physical therapy + unconventional methods.Official medicine provides conservative treatment. After completing the course of treatment, unpleasant symptoms and negative manifestations of the disease disappear. The task of the second phase is to eliminate complications that have arisen.Advanced non-invasive methods increase the chances of a good outcome in this disease. Surgery is required in no more than 10-15% of cases.

with the help of drugs

The goal of conservative treatment is to eliminate symptoms. The following groups of drugs are prescribed:

• NSAIDs- Relieves inflammation, heat and fever. They have a mild analgesic effect. When prostatitis begins, short-term treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs and vitamins is needed to maintain the normal state of the gland. These medications are available as suppositories, tablets, and injections.
• antibiotic- Designed to eliminate infectious or bacterial inflammatory factors. Treatment options for prostatitis are developed after the causative agent is identified and tested for resistance to antibiotics. The course of treatment is 7-10 days. In severe cases, treatment may be extended to two weeks.
• hormones- Recommended if regular courses of treatment do not bring any benefit and if libido is reduced due to advanced disease. The use of hormonal therapy in the early stages is contraindicated. These drugs are taken under the strict supervision of a urologist.
• Symptomatic drugs— To relieve pain, take acetylsalicylic acid tablets. Eliminate spasms with antispasmodics. For persistent severe pain, blockade with narcotics is required.
• vitaminsand medications to maintain prostate function. During remission, it is recommended to take medications to normalize metabolism, improve blood supply and juice production to glandular tissues. For this purpose, herbs are prescribed. To strengthen the immune system, it is necessary to use a complex of vitamins and minerals.

Self-medication is dangerous and can do more harm than good. You should consult a urologist before taking any of these medications.

Use physical therapy

Prostatitis is characterized by widespread congestion in the pelvic area, which greatly complicates treatment. Taking the drug proved ineffective because the active ingredients simply could not be transported to the prostate through blood vessels.In order to improve the effect of drug treatment, physical therapy should be included in the treatment of male prostatitis immediately after the condition is relieved.In addition to conventional electrophoresis, the following techniques are prescribed:

• UHF and microwave.
• Magnet therapy.
• Mud therapy.
• Galvanized.
• Ultrasonic electrophoresis.
• Laser Treatment.
• Heat therapy.

Most of the listed procedures involve sophisticated techniques used in hydrotherapy treatments. Contraindications to physiotherapy remain: acute inflammatory phase, tumor development, individual intolerance of the patient.

natural treatment

Modern treatments for prostatitis increasingly combine official methods with alternative medicine. In ancient times, our ancestors used herbal infusions, decoctions, and bee products to treat prostatitis. The disease itself does not disappear, but the unpleasant symptoms are relieved.Some methods still exist today:

• Apitherapy— Beekeeping products are used to eliminate inflammation and strengthen the immune system. Honey is a natural antibiotic. Used to treat: death, propolis, wax, pollen, poison. Massage the compress with honey to create a tincture.
• herbal collection- Urological compounds are available in pharmacies and you can prepare your own. Herbs treat urinary tract disorders, relieve inflammation and relieve pain. Some plants are good preservatives. Decoctions and teas are prepared from the collection and added when preparing preserves and tinctures.

There used to be no hospitals or pharmacies. Use the gifts of "nature" to cure diseases. After prescribing a course of medication, the urologist will definitely recommend an alternative medicinal formula: herbal medicine or apitherapy.Only a comprehensive approach to combating prostatitis can get rid of this disease once and for all. The success of treatment depends on early diagnosis and careful compliance with your urologist's recommendations.