The prostate gland is one of the main organs of the male genitourinary system.It produces secretions that are part of the sperm and create conditions for the "life activity" of the sperm.Inflammation and swelling of the prostate gland is considered the most common problem of men's health, especially during puberty and old age.
Treatment methods for prostatitis are constantly being improved, and this problem has attracted the attention of the entire world medical community.Therapeutic tactics depend on the type of pathology, the reason for its occurrence, the individual characteristics of the patient's body and the degree of spread of the inflammatory process.
Special difficulties are related to the treatment of chronic prostatitis.Frequent recurrence of the disease and low effectiveness of therapy are related to many causes of the pathology and various symptoms.Inflammation of the prostate gland may not be accompanied by pain and other clinical signs of prostatitis, and in many cases, the symptoms characteristic of inflammation of the prostate gland are not related to gland dysfunction at all.Pain in the perineum and lower abdomen, problems with urination can be caused by a urinary tract infection.
Treatment of prostatitis is an integrated, sometimes interdisciplinary approach involving urologist-andrologist and other specialists.In the case of an acute course of the disease and timely consultation with the doctor, if the therapy will take several weeks, the patient with chronic inflammation should be patient in order to achieve complete recovery, not just temporary relief of symptoms.
Basic principles of prostatitis treatment:
- Timeliness.The sooner the patient consults a doctor, the higher the chance of a full recovery and the lower the risk of complications.
- Professionalism.Prostatitis is a disease with a complex pathogenesis, and therapy can only be carried out by a highly qualified doctor based on the data of a comprehensive examination.You cannot rely on untested methods and the advice of traditional healers.
- Complexity.Treatment should include multiple scientifically proven treatments to achieve maximum effect.
- Both partners should be treated, as prostatitis is often caused by infectious agents.
- The patient must approach the treatment responsibly and strictly follow all the recommendations of the attending physician.
Drug treatment of prostatitis
Drug therapy is the main method of treatment of prostatitis.Its complex includes drugs of different spectrum of action.The treatment regimen is determined individually in each individual case, taking into account the results of the examination and the nature of the disease.
The main components of the drug treatment complex for prostatitis:
- Antibacterial agents.If the presence of pathogenic microflora for acute prostatitis is determined by culture results, antibiotics are prescribed.The choice of a particular drug depends on tests on the sensitivity of microorganisms to a particular active substance.
Antibiotics that suppress the activity of pathogenic microorganisms are used in prostatitis of bacterial origin.For non-infectious prostatitis, this group of drugs is also prescribed to prevent or eliminate bacterial complications.The duration of antibacterial therapy can be several weeks.
You should take antibiotics only as prescribed by your doctor.Only he can determine the necessary dosage and duration of taking the medicine.Attempts to self-medicate will lead to the imbalance of microflora and the death of beneficial bacteria, as well as the development of resistance to antibacterial substances in pathogens.
- Anti-inflammatory therapy.It is carried out with the help of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, the short-term course is 5-7 days.These drugs can both stop the inflammatory process and relieve or completely eliminate pain due to prostatitis.
- Adrenergic blockers.It is prescribed to relax the smooth muscles of the prostate and bladder neck, to relieve pain during urination.
- Other directions.Other drug groups can also be used to restore urine flow, relieve spasms, and relieve pain.
When purulent exudate accumulates in the prostate gland, surgical treatment is indicated.
Auxiliary methods in the treatment of prostatitis
For the effective treatment of prostatitis, it is important to remove congestion in the pelvic organs, restore blood circulation in them and improve microcirculation.For this we use:
- acupuncture;
- magnetic laser therapy;
- shock wave therapy;
- prostate massage;
- microenemas with decoctions of medicinal plants or solutions of medicinal substances;
- rectal diathermy;
- mud therapy (rectal tampons, mud panties).
These methods are especially important for chronic prostatitis with a recurring course.Together with drugs, the physiotherapeutic direction helps both in the treatment of prostatitis and in eliminating the negative impact of the pathology on general health.In some cases, if erectile dysfunction and other functional disorders or psychogenic complications are observed against the background of inflammation of the prostate gland, the help of a psychotherapist is also necessary.
Compliance with medical recommendations
The patient should actively participate in the treatment of prostatitis, which consists in following the following recommendations.
- Normalization of physical activity.It plays an important role in restoring blood circulation in the pelvic organs.Therefore, walking, swimming, regular gymnastics, yoga and other possible activities are recommended for men suffering from prostatitis.This helps to improve treatment results and works as a prevention of insufficient blood supply to the prostate gland - one of the most common provocateurs of chronic prostatitis.
- Diet correction.You should limit the consumption of foods that contribute to the development of constipation and increase the formation of gas in the intestines.These are products made from white flour, sweets, legumes, raw cabbage, excess animal protein, etc. Although dietary changes have no real therapeutic value, they can significantly alleviate the symptoms of prostatitis caused by the pressure of the intestines on the prostate gland.It is also recommended to exclude spicy, sweet foods and acids from the menu, which can change the urine pH and increase the manifestations of dysuria.
- Normalization of sexual life.If you have prostatitis, you can not engage in interrupted sex, forced abstinence or delayed ejaculation.In the treatment of this disease, not the intimate contacts themselves, but ejaculation and, as a result, increased blood circulation in the prostate gland play an important role.The only condition that should stop sexual life is painful ejaculation or other unpleasant sensations during arousal.
When determining the course of treatment, the doctor gives detailed recommendations that are appropriate for an individual clinical situation.You should not treat yourself: prostatitis is a disease that can cause serious complications if not stopped in time.