The prostate is one of the main organs of the male genitourinary system.It produces secretions that are part of the sperm and provide conditions for the "life activities" of the sperm.Prostate inflammation and swelling are considered the most common problems in men's health, especially in adulthood and old age.
Treatments for prostatitis are constantly improving, and the issue has attracted the attention of the entire global medical community.The treatment strategy depends on the type of pathology, the cause of its occurrence, the individual characteristics of the patient's body and the extent of the inflammatory process.
Particular difficulties are associated with the treatment of chronic prostatitis.Due to the many pathological causes and diverse symptoms, the disease frequently recurs and the treatment effect is low.Prostatic inflammation may not be accompanied by pain and other clinical symptoms of prostatitis, and in many cases the characteristic symptoms of prostatic inflammation are not related to gland dysfunction at all.Perineal and lower abdominal pain and urinary problems may be caused by a urinary tract infection.
Treatment of prostatitis is a task that requires a comprehensive and sometimes interdisciplinary approach, involving urologists, andrologists and other specialists.If it is an acute disease, seek medical treatment in time, and treatment will take several weeks, while patients with chronic inflammation need to wait patiently, which can not only temporarily relieve symptoms, but also make a complete recovery.
Basic principles of prostatitis treatment:
- Timeliness.The sooner a patient sees a doctor, the higher the chance of a full recovery and the lower the risk of complications.
- Professionalism.Prostatitis is a disease with complex pathogenesis, and treatment can only be carried out by highly qualified doctors based on comprehensive examination data.You cannot trust clinically untested methods and the advice of traditional healers.
- complex.Treatment should include a variety of scientifically proven therapies to achieve maximum results.
- Both partners should receive treatment, as prostatitis is often caused by an infectious agent.
- Patients must receive treatment responsibly and strictly follow all recommendations of the treating physician.
Drug treatment of prostatitis
Medication is the main method of treating prostatitis.Its complexes include drugs with different spectrums of action.Treatment is determined individually for each case, taking into account the findings and the nature of the disease.
The main components of the prostatitis drug treatment complex:
- Antibacterial agents.If culture results confirm the presence of pathogenic microbiota, acute prostatitis can be treated with antibiotics.The choice of a specific drug depends on testing the susceptibility of the microorganism to the specific active substance.
Antibiotics are used to inhibit the activity of pathogenic microorganisms in bacterial prostatitis.For non-infectious prostate inflammation, these drug groups are also used to prevent or eliminate bacterial complications.The duration of antimicrobial treatment may be several weeks.
You should only take antibiotics as prescribed by your doctor.Only he can determine the required dose and duration of taking the drug.Attempting to self-medicate will lead to an imbalance in the microbiome and the death of beneficial bacteria, as well as the development of pathogen resistance to antimicrobial drugs.
- Anti-inflammatory treatment.It is carried out with the help of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and the course of treatment is short, 5-7 days.These drugs both stop the inflammatory process and reduce or completely eliminate the pain caused by prostatitis.
- Adrenergic blocking agents.Relaxes the smooth muscles of the prostate and bladder neck, relieving pain during urination.
- other directions.Medications from other groups may also be used to restore the flow of urine, eliminate cramps, and relieve pain.
When purulent exudate accumulates in the prostate, surgery is required.
Adjuvant methods for treating prostatitis
In order to effectively treat prostatitis, it is important to eliminate congestion in the pelvic organs, restore blood circulation to the pelvic organs, and improve microcirculation.For this we use:
- acupuncture;
- Magnetic laser therapy;
- shockwave therapy;
- prostate massage;
- Microenemas using herbal decoctions or solutions of medicinal substances;
- Rectal electrothermal therapy;
- Mud therapy (rectal tampons, mud panties).
These methods are particularly important for recurrent chronic prostatitis.Physical therapy guidance combined with medication can help treat prostatitis and eliminate the negative impact of the pathology on overall health.In some cases, the help of a psychotherapist is also necessary if prostatic inflammation, erectile dysfunction and other dysfunctions or psychogenic complications are observed.
Follow medical advice
Patients should actively participate in the treatment of prostatitis, including following the recommendations below.
- Normalize physical activity.This plays an important role in restoring blood circulation to the pelvic organs.Therefore, men suffering from prostatitis are advised to engage in feasible activities such as walking, swimming, regular gymnastics, yoga, etc.This can help improve treatment outcomes and prevent one of the most common causes of chronic prostatitis - insufficient blood flow to the prostate.
- Diet correction.You should limit foods that cause constipation and increase the formation of gas in the intestines.These are products made from white flour, candy, beans, raw cabbage, excess animal protein, etc.Although dietary changes have no real therapeutic value, they can significantly relieve prostatitis symptoms caused by intestinal pressure on the prostate.It is also recommended to exclude from the menu spicy, sweet foods and pickles, which can change the pH of urine and increase symptoms of dysuria.
- Normalize sex life.If you have prostatitis, you cannot have intermittent intercourse, forced abstinence, or delayed ejaculation.An important role in the treatment of this disease is not intimate contact per se, but ejaculation and the resulting increase in blood circulation to the prostate.The only time sex should be suspended is if there is pain during ejaculation or other unpleasant sensations during sexual arousal.
When prescribing treatment, doctors will give detailed advice relevant to the individual clinical case.You should not self-medicate: Prostatitis is a disease that can lead to serious complications if not stopped promptly.