About half of male patients visiting the urologist suffer from chronic prostatitis. Problems caused by a specific pathology worsen quality of life, lead to depression and mental disorders.However, a clear understanding of the functions of the prostate gland and the inflammation development mechanism allows us to correctly determine symptoms and cure the disease in a timely manner.
The meaning of the term "prostatitis"
In this term, it is usual to understand the development of the inflammatory process in the prostate gland tissues.As it is present only in the male body, the disease is common in this category of the population.Its main function is the development of a specific fluid, which is involved in the following processes:
- form and supports a certain environment in the urethra;
- dilute the sperm;
- guarantees the viability of sperm;
- Protects the genitourinary system from infection.
Under the influence of various factors, the secretion of the secret decreases, which in itself becomes a violation.Prostate epithelium cells deserve periodically, but due to congestion are not excreted but accumulated, forming microlyices - small pebbles.Covered by mucus, they clog the glandular ducts, leading to the formation of small abscesses.During this period, the body still continues to function normally, external negative manifestations are absent.
The progression of the process (accumulation of dense formations, an increase in purulent content concentration) leads to an increase in organ and compression of ureter, blood vessels and nerve endings.This is one of the causes of the disease.
Symptoms of the disease based on the patient's complaints
Already at the stage described above, the first signs are manifested, which a man cannot fail to notice.Based on these changes, you can independently identify the development of inflammation at home.Obviously, this diagnosis is indicative, but it is considered a serious reason to contact a specialist.
Self -Diagnosis at home
What are the first signs of prostatitis in men?
Hard to leave urine.The compression of the urethral channel increased in size by the prostate tissues leads to narrowing and, as a result, to prevent the urine from leaving.The patient needs to apply a certain effort during urination.
Distant production of urine.The calls to empty the bladder are becoming more frequent.In the beginning, this happens at night, later during the day.Observing in a cup of extra tea, the man continues to ignore the violations.
Pain in the lower abdomen.The symptom is a consequence of the accumulation of miclolites.Sensations become unpleasant and are crushed, pulling or exploding painful.In the night or after physical exertion, your increase may occur.
Violations of erection and ejaculation.The syndrome occurs against the background of stagnant phenomena and rarely appears.Driving this in fatigue and stress, the patient also ignores this sign.
Often, the patient complains of a general deterioration in condition, an increase in body temperature, which is also a sign of a development process.
The first signs of prostatitis in men require treatment, otherwise the process will enter a prolonged form.
Symptoms of acute inflammation
The insidiousness of prostatitis lies in the fact that without characteristic manifestations at first, it begins clear and fast, but then quickly chronic.
In order not to lose the moment and start treatment on time, a clear idea of the symptoms in the acute way is required.
- Fever, chills.
- An increase in body temperature for critical values (39 ° C).
- Intense pain in the perineum, lumbar and inguinal region.
- Urination disorders - frequent and false impulses, a difficult urine output or its temporary cessation.
- Pronounced Poisoning - Headache, weakness, joint and muscles pain, tachycardia.
- Transparent or whitish discharge of the urethra.
The rectal examination of the fingers becomes impossible due to the formation of pain syndrome.In addition, it is against it -because, in the exam process, there may be a dissemination (dissemination) of blood flow infection and sepsis development.
Chronic relapse manifestations
In a slow form, pathological processes of different types of disease may occur.However, based on patient complaints and diagnostic data, experts distinguish the following signs of general chronic prostatitis:
- Discomfort, moderate pain in the groin, radiating to the sacred, lumbar, scrotum, weakness and body pain.
- Gravity and rubber in the urinary canal during sexual intercourse or urination.The presence of purulent discharge from the urethra.
- Frequent urination, accompanied by a feeling of incomplete emptying at the end of the process.
- The inability of fertilization associated with the lack of mobility of sperm, their agglutination or an increase in the acidity of the secret.
- Violation of ejaculation (premature or, inversely, prolonged), pain or sensations erased with orgasm.
Disease types and concomitant signs
Urologists distinguish various stages of chronic inflammation of the gland, each of which corresponds to certain manifestations.
One feature for all species is a moderate pain syndrome on the pelvic floor.
| The form of prostatitis | Symptoms |
|---|---|
| Chronic bacterial | Dysuria, premature ejaculation |
| Pedal Pain Syndrome | Lack of other manifestations, except pain |
| Inflammatory | Expressed problems with urination, discomfort in genitalia |
| Stagnant | In some cases, dysuria, discomfort |
| Asymptomatic | There are no clinical manifestations |
Professional diagnosis
The doctor may now determine the presence of inflammation of the prostate during a man's first visit.However, it is possible to determine the etiology, stage and complexity only with the help of instrumental and laboratory research.
Primary examination of the doctor
The history of anamnesis is a patient research and the analysis of external symptoms is one of the important stages of the diagnosis.During the conversation, the doctor determines the presence of clinical signs and the cause of the development of the pathological process.Here, the patient's lifestyle, bad habits, the use of contraceptive methods and the presence of a sexual partner are important.At the same time, he draws attention to the likelihood of existing diseases of close relatives and hereditary predisposition.
The next step is a rectal examination of the prostate gland.
Palpation is performed to determine the parameters such as:
- the size of the organ;
- structure and contours;
- the presence of seals;
- pain.
Laboratory tests
The next step is to perform analyzes.This category is quite extensive;Therefore, only one urologist determines the need for each of them.
OAM KHRATEINGSES The general condition of the organs of the urinary system. Increased red blood cell content, leukocytes and proteins, as well as the presence of mucus and other impurities, indicates an extensive course of the inflammatory process.
Urethral stain is a painful and unpleasant procedure that, however, allows to determine the presence of infection and establish its variety.
The bacteriological sowing of urine allows you to identify the location of the lesion, a variety of infections and the type of pathogen.
Cytological analysis of seed fluid is performed to determine its physical -quimic properties, mobility, activity and concentration of sperm, as well as the dog level.The biomaterial fence is performed directly in the laboratory after prostate massage.
The condition of the procedure is sexual abstinence during the day.If chronic processing is suspected, this type of research is systematically conducted.
Symptoms detected using instrumental diagnostic methods
Hardware methods are recognized as the most effective, due to the receipt of precise and detailed information on the physical characteristics of the prostate gland and the supposed pathological changes in its tissues.They made the work of doctors easier.
Of the whole variety of species, as a rule, only one ultrasound study is performed, and the rest of the methods is used if additional results are required.
Ultrasound is performed to view the gland and determine its general condition, size, consistency.The transrectal method is considered more informative - Truzi.A special sensor is introduced into the rectum, which allows you to determine how the organ looks like, identifies tumors, adhesions, calculations, calcine, cystic formations and other pathological deviations.
Magnetic resonance imaging is prescribed to determine the type of prostatitis and more in the in -depth clarification of previously obtained results, especially if some details remain clear.
Urofloometry determines the velocity of urine current, time to reach its maximum value, the volume of urine.It is performed using a special device.
Cystoscopy with a thin probe allows you to evaluate the condition of the bladder and urethral canal, as well as identify the alleged and existing pathological changes.
Biopsy is performed in case of suspected cancer nature of the disease in order to exclude it.
The dangers of the asymptomatic course of the disease
Prostatitis, which has no symptoms, develops in older age patients.
The reasons for your appearance are:
- frequent hypothermia;
- Constipation and hypodinamia;
- weakened immunity;
- decreased sexual activity;
- The presence of chronic pathologies.
The provocative factors are:
- Age of a man;
- reduction in hormonal production;
- Weakening of prostate protection functions
- Degenerative processes in their tissues.
Lack of treatment due to the impossibility of timely detection of the disease implies the occurrence of such consequences:
- Persistent erectile dysfunction;
- Prostate tissue fibrosis;
- Development of renal and liver failure;
- Urolithiasis;
- Benign prostate hyperplasia, adenoma, cancer.
Looking for a doctor prematurely: complications
The danger of prostatitis is in its rapid transition to a chronic form with greased symptoms and the absence of an express clinical image, as in an acute course.
This form may not manifest for a long period of time, which leads to irreversible processes in gland tissues and various types of complications:
- vesiculite, rear urethritis;
- Prostate abscess;
- Sclerosis of the gland tissue and obstruction of erythrian ducts;
- Polyicistic formations;
- development in a calculated way;
- impotence and infertility, problems with conception;
- Urinary system pathologies - cystitis, pyelonephritis, urolithiasis;
- Nervous-psychogenic disorders-apathy, prolonged depression, decreased self-esteem.
Ways to relieve the patient's condition
The characteristics of the choice of therapeutic tactics depend on the type of disease, form of origin, leakage characteristics.
Symptomatic treatment
Acute manifestations of the disease are extremely painful for the patient.Therefore, the priority task is to eliminate them.For this, drug treatment is used.With prostatitis, drugs are prescribed in men, depending on serious symptoms:
- Antibacterial medications to eliminate the pathogen.
- Diuretics are medicines to stabilize bladder work in order to improve urine output.
- Painkillers - to eliminate head pain, joints and muscles.
- Antispasmodic and alpha-adrenal ships to relax relaxing smooth muscles.
A form of effective dosage is considered rectal suppositories.Candles are used to relieve acute symptoms:
- With an antibiotic that eliminates painful cramps and fights infectious manifestations.
- With NSAIDs, leveling inflammatory processes.
- Analgesic with analgesic, which improves blood microcirculation and restores the normal state of the prostate.
Elimination of the cause of inflammation
After interrupting acute symptoms, it is necessary to initiate therapy from the main manifestations.Treatment in this case aims to eliminate infection and restore blood circulation.The following drug groups are used for these purposes:
- antibiotics in tablets;
- Anti -inflammatory drugs;
- immunomodulators;
- PHYTOPREPARATIONS.
If acute manifestations are absent, but signs of prostatitis in men are preserved, the patient continues to treat physiotherapy, traditional medicine (pumpkin seeds, ginger and other medications), alternative methods (leech treatment, bee bakers, manual therapy).A positive result is often achieved only after proper energy correction.
Prevention of primary prostatitis and symptoms of exacerbation in a chronic way
Modern medicine successfully deals with the elimination of prostatitis, even despite the long period of treatment.
For men who have transferred an acute or poorly recovered form of the chronic current, it is important to comply with preventive measures:
- Life change changes:
- regular tours;
- active sports;
- Refusal of bad habits.
- Restoration of normal sexual behavior:
- the choice of a reliable partner;
- rejection of random ties;
- regular sexual relations;
- Protected sex.
- Compliance with a diet:
- rejection of fatty, fried and spicy foods;
- The use of healthy and natural products.
- Preventive examination by a doctor:
- Regular tests - once every six months -;
- passing a support therapy course;
- Performing gymnastics exercises.
In modern living conditions, inflammation of the prostate gland is not a sentence.Despite the severity and complexity of the current, a variety of clinical species, the disease can be perfectly treated.However, to avoid dangerous consequences and the development of serious complications, it is necessary to contact time experts.And for that, you need to know all the characteristics of the signs and symptoms of prostatitis.