A dangerous male disease is prostatitis. The symptoms of prostatitis can vary, depending on the form of the disease. Sometimes, the early stages of the development of the disease are asymptomatic. And it is very difficult to recognize and diagnose prostatitis independently. But the sooner the problem is identified, the faster and without consequences you can get rid of it. Often the latent form gradually turns into chronic prostatitis. This is the danger of this man's disease. Urologists around the world strongly recommend that men visit specialists regularly. In addition, any disease is better to prevent than to treat for a long and painful time. In this article, we will analyze the main symptoms and signs of prostatitis in men, highlighting the main ways of their manifestation.
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Types of prostatitis
All signs of prostatitis are classified depending on the type and variety of the disease. But what is prostatitis? So, prostatitis is called an infectious inflammatory process in the prostate gland in men. Glandular and connective tissues are particularly affected. Close attention to this problem began to be given in the 19th century. At that time, every year the number of patients with prostatitis increased rapidly. Therefore, it is necessary to develop complex therapies.
Today, the first symptoms of prostatitis in men may occur at the age of 21-50 years. A young man is at risk since he started having an active sex life. Unfortunately, statistics show that only 25% of the male population regularly visits a urologist. And more than 10% of these are diagnosed with prostatitis in various forms. That’s why it’s so important to take the test twice a year.
Prostatitis can be classified according to different types. Therefore, depending on the etiology, the following types of prostatitis are distinguished:
- Infectious;
- stagnant;
- Special;
- Not special;
- mixed.
Depending on the area of damage to the prostate, the doctor notes follicular, catarrhal, parenchymal, dystrophic, prostate abscess, granulomatous, prostate sclerosis. The main types that doctors initiate classification and diagnosis are acute and chronic prostatitis. Not treating chronic prostatitis causes prostate adenoma, glandular cancer, and organ sclerosis.
Also, the type of prostatitis can be determined by the pathogenesis:
- Uretrogenic;
- hematogenous;
- count;
- kanalikular;
- Endocrine;
- allergies.
Symptoms of acute prostatitis
Acute bacterial prostatitis occurs against the background of bacterial lesions of the prostate gland with E. coli, enterococci, staphylococci, Klebsiella, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and other types of pathogenic microorganisms. In some cases, acute prostatitis can develop after prostate biopsy.
The first symptom of this form of prostatitis is an increase in body temperature to 39-40 degrees Celsius. At the same time, different measurements can indicate completely different temperatures. So, measuring the temperature in the mouth, the indicator will be normal. The same can happen when measuring in the armpit. But measuring the temperature with the rectal method will show an indicator that is too high.
If the process is growing rapidly, high temperatures will be indicated in any type of measurement. Other symptoms of prostatitis occur immediately after an increase in body temperature. This is a pain sensation that extends to:
- Lower abdomen, back;
- scrotal area;
- crotch;
- lower back;
- anal;
- Small pelvic organs.
Also, a hallmark of acute bacterial prostatitis is frequent urination. The urge to go to the toilet is more frequent at night. In this process, a man necessarily feels pain, cramps, discomfort, burning. Also, the inguinal lymph nodes can be enlarged, constipation often appears. Among other symptoms, it is worth noting the signs of body intoxication, which manifest themselves in the form of general weakness, muscle aches, headaches, dizziness, and increased fatigue.
It should be noted that with any form of prostatitis, the sexual activity of young people is disrupted. In the process of acute inflammation during ejaculation, blood impurities can be detected in the semen. The same thing can happen with urination. In such cases, timely visits to the doctor play an important role. After all, taking painkillers will not eliminate the problem, but will only worsen the patient’s condition.
Symptoms of chronic bacterial prostatitis
This form of chronic prostatitis is provoked by bacteria similar to its acute type. But, the disease goes into "chronicity" when all signs of the disease are ignored. Also, this can happen if the first signs of prostatitis are "erased", the disease is almost asymptomatic. After all, not every man with a slight feeling of discomfort, headache, fatigue will go to a urologist. Acute symptoms can pass quickly, and the inflammatory process is still developing.
The symptoms of this type of disease are the same as in the acute form. But, it occurs only during periods of exacerbation. Almost always, a man experiences discomfort while urinating. The process can be intermittent, slow. Pain during urination occurs at the beginning and at the end. And the urge to go to the toilet becomes more frequent at any time of the day. It is important to know that chronic prostatitis is a recurrent form, and the symptoms will reappear after a while.
It should be noted that chronic prostatitis is accompanied by a significant decrease in sexual life. Scarring of the prostate tissue during the inflammatory process disrupts the connection of nerve endings with the center of sexual stimulation. So, at first the man started complaining about premature ejaculation. Then the erection becomes unstable, unstable. Often it is not enough to complete a full sexual relationship. The pleasant sensation of intimacy is also diminished. All this has a negative impact on the mental state of the patient, libido is lost. Sex life is lost.
Among other symptoms, it is important to note the following:
- Discharge from the urethra after defecation, physical exertion;
- Persistent pain;
- Skin discoloration in the perineum;
- Blockage of the ducts, leading to pus;
- Urinary retention.
Signs of congestive prostatitis in men
This type of congestive prostatitis is often referred to as chronic non -bacterial inflammation of the prostate. This is an atypical form of the disease. The main symptoms of this form are pain in places unusual for prostatitis - lumbosacral area, pain in the legs. Due to such atypical localization, the disease is often misdiagnosed. As a result, the treatment chosen was completely wrong. And the inflammation in the prostate gland continues to grow, gaining momentum.
Pain in congestive prostatitis is always accompanied by the following symptoms:
- Weak erections;
- Pain during erection;
- premature ejaculation;
- Reduction of sexual drive;
- Less orgasm.
Over time, the pain spreads to the testicles, urethra and anus. Urination is also frequent and difficult. Discomfort can be felt in the genital area, perineum, lower abdomen. At the same time, a sharp pain will be given to the penis and rectum. There may be some difficulties in the defecation process.
There is another form of prostatitis, asymptomatic prostatitis. From its own name, it becomes clear that the disease does not manifest itself in any way. This type of prostatitis was discovered by chance, during another clinical examination. So, in the analysis of the patient’s urine, an increased level of leukocytes is detected. It is also possible to diagnose prostatitis if there are no symptoms during direct surgical intervention in the prostate gland.
How to recognize the onset of prostatitis?
Prostatitis is a complex disease. It is accompanied not only by some physiological disorders, but also psychological disorders are observed. All the symptoms of the disease lead men to a state of oppression and depression. All this can lead to a complete lack of sexual life, prolonged depression. Therefore, it is very important to carry out the treatment of prostatitis completely.
Only a urologist can make an accurate diagnosis. But you can recognize the first symptoms of prostatitis on your own with a self -diagnosis. It’s enough just to hear your body, the sensation. You may suspect this disease by the following signs:
- Unpleasant sensation during bowel movements;
- Burning in the perineum (long -term or short -term);
- Frequent desire to go to the toilet;
- Difficulty urinating;
- "Deleted" orgasm;
- Increased fatigue;
- Constant stress;
- Decreased erection.
Keep in mind that these symptoms may not appear all at once. But, at least in the presence of one of them, it is necessary to consult a doctor. After all, timely treatment of prostatitis always passes quickly and successfully. But the chronic form of prostate inflammation is almost incurable, and leads to serious consequences.
Methods of treatment for prostatitis
Any treatment always starts with a diagnosis. Often, doctors diagnose acute and chronic forms of the disease simply because men are unaware of the first symptoms of the disease. But the first bell was, but they did not get the attention it deserved. Even with frequent fatigue, it is better to visit a doctor. According to research results, the main cause of this condition can be identified.
So, the diagnosis of prostatitis in men can be as follows:
- Ultrasound examination of the prostate gland;
- rectal finger diagnostics;
- Patient interrogation;
- Secretory examination of the prostate;
- Smear from the urethra;
- Urine analysis;
- Blood test.
To get the prostate secretions for laboratory research, it is necessary to perform a prostate rectal massage. But, in the case of acute prostatitis, this cannot be done. If an acute form is suspected, ultrasound and urinalysis are sufficient to confirm or completely refute this diagnosis.
Prostatitis is usually treated on an outpatient basis. There are two main principles of complex therapy for men: antibacterial treatment for focused sanitation of infection, and measures to improve and normalize blood flow in the prostate gland (physiotherapy, massage, gymnastics). Speaking of drug treatment, antibiotics are a prerequisite. Also, doctors must prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs, drugs to eliminate pain.
In the case of chronic prostatitis, the cause of relapse is immune deficiency. Therefore, in such cases, doctors prescribe vitamin preparations in parallel with antibiotics.
The treatment regimen for prostatitis is selected individually for each patient. The same goes for the duration of the course. After completing a full course of antibiotics, it is important to boost immunity. Therefore, for some time a man should take immunomodulatory drugs, multivitamin complexes. Electrophoresis and washing the urethra with special solutions are very effective in the treatment of prostatitis. So you can completely kill all the bacteria that can trigger the disease, and save the guy from the possibility of recurrence.