The appearance of prostatitis can be determined by many signs and if they match your symptoms, then you should immediately seek help from a urologist, because treatment in the early stages is always more effective.
The first symptoms of prostatitis in men
- pain in the perineum and above the pubis
- problems with urination;
- decrease in sexual desire and erection;
- general illness;
- It happens that the patient notices the release of drops of white secretion in the morning.
- body temperature rises to 38 degrees
It is also worth noting that the symptoms of prostatitis have signs of other dangerous diseases, such as cystitis, benign tumors of the prostate and bladder cancer.
Almost all men are at risk, so you should be checked regularly for prostatitis.But the disease more often affects older men.Many men basically ignore this therapy and seek help when the disease is in an advanced state and cannot be cured.First of all, when a patient presents with this problem, he is given a diagnosis.This is necessary for an accurate diagnosis and the severity of the disease.
The first thing the doctor prescribes is prostate fluid and a blood test.If the patient has bacterial prostatitis, then these tests are quite sufficient, but additional tests may be prescribed:
- studies of urethral flora;
- rectal examination of the prostate;
- ultrasound examination of the perineum.
The disease can cause stagnant processes, then the treatment method changes.At this stage, it is essential to find out the cause of the disease in order to start the appropriate therapy that will save the patient from the disease.
Treatment of bacterial prostatitis in men
When bacterial prostatitis is treated, when the patient has severe difficulty urinating and severe pain, then in such cases he can be admitted to a hospital, where all the conditions exist to alleviate the patient's condition.
First of all, the patient is prescribed antibacterial drugs, as they are more effective for bacterial prostatitis;the doctor can also prescribe immunostimulants to speed up the positive result.And do not forget that relapses of this disease are quite frequent.
Standard treatment acute infectious prostatitis.
Most often, acute infectious inflammation can be cured only with drugs.The best drugs in this case:
| Antibiotics | They destroy pathogenic microflora.Medicines are prescribed based on test results, but broad-spectrum antimicrobials are usually used. |
| Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs | They relieve the symptoms, thus easing the general condition of the patient, most often using suppositories. |
| Local and internal immunostimulating agents. | To stimulate and increase immunity |
Treatment of prostatitis congestive inflammation
Prostate massage for prostatitis
For congestion in the pelvic area in the form of prostate massage.This is a direct massage of the inflamed organ using the rectal method.After this procedure, it is possible to get rid of all stagnant fluid (prostatic secretion, venous blood).The massage should be performed by a qualified specialist.
In addition, the following procedures may be used:
- magnetic therapy;
- ultrasonic impact;
- use of high frequency current.
Contraindications for physiotherapeutic procedures:
In the acute course of the disease, physiotherapeutic procedures are contraindicated, so it is used during the remission period to obtain a stable result, and sometimes a complete recovery.To ensure that these procedures do not cause harm to health, the patient undergoes a detailed examination.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis with folk remedies
To treat this complex disease in complex therapy effectively bind folk remedies, they harmoniously contribute to the treasury for a faster recovery.Let's consider the most effective means:
- Sagebrush, has an antibacterial effect, can be used in dry form and in the form of tea leaves.
for 150 ml.roasted wormwood: 1 teaspoon of dry herb, pour boiling water, take 50 ml 3 times a day.
It is recommended to consult a doctor before use.
Wormwood perfectly stimulates the immune system and perfectly fights the inflammatory process.But you should know that wormwood cannot be taken for a long time.
- dear, It can be eaten plain or added to tea.If honey is natural, then it contains a large amount of useful substances.Consume no more than 150 g per day, provided that you do not consume sugar.
- Parsley , the seeds, leaves and roots of the plant are used for medicine.Tinctures are prepared from seeds and roots according to the same recipes: 1 tbsp.pour 100 grams into a spoon.boiling water and leave for 24 hours.It is recommended to squeeze the juice of the leafy part of the plant and consume it immediately.
- Pumpkin seeds.Pumpkin seeds are a storehouse of vitamins, micro and macro elements useful for the male body, the use of which can prevent the development of prostatitis and influence a quick recovery when the disease develops.Only 30-40 grains per day will be needed for preventive purposes to prevent the development of diseases of the male genitourinary system.
- Onions. Many home medicine experts claim that the best folk remedy for prostatitis is onion and onion peels.There are many different ways to use onions to improve prostate health:
It is very beneficial for the male reproductive organ to eat a small head of onion and its green feathers every day.
Wash the onion skin and boil it in boiling water for 5 minutes.When the decoction is discarded, it should be strained and consumed 1 tablespoon 3 times a day for a month.
In case of acute development of the inflammatory process in the prostate gland, you need to grate 3 small onions on a fine grater, pour 3 cups of boiling water and let it brew for 24 hours.Take 50 ml every hour.
- The mummy. An organic product of natural origin - mumiyo - has long been used for the treatment of prostatitis.When you start taking mumiyo:
Inflammation of the prostate gland decreases and then disappears completely;
Pain in the pelvic area fades;
The general condition of the genitourinary system improves.
The most famous way to use mumiyo for prostatitis is to take 0.2 grams of the product 2 times a day, washed down with carrot, cranberry or seaweed juice.After 10 days, the dose should be doubled (up to 0.4 grams) and taken for another 10 days.For the third 10 days, mumiyo should be taken in a dose of 0.6 grams.After a one-week break, the monthly cycle of therapy is repeated.
- Bath with pine trees.If the cause of prostatitis is related to the development of a bacterial infection, hot pine baths will have a very good antimicrobial effect.In their power:
- Anesthetize and relieve inflammation of the prostate gland;
- Restoration of organ secretion;
- Relax and improve urine flow.
To prepare the pine concentrate, you need to take 200 grams of pine branches (can be spruce or cedar), pour 2 liters of boiling water and boil on low heat for 2-3 hours.After this time, most of the water will boil off and the soup will turn into an extract.
The concentrate should be prepared immediately before taking a bath;it must be fresh.Make the water level in the bath approximately in the middle of the chest, lower is possible, higher is strictly contraindicated.For 15 minutes, it is necessary to rub the pelvic area until a slight redness appears, activating blood circulation.If the procedures are taken every day, the duration of the treatment course is 10-14 days.
Treatment of prostatitis with folk remedies should not interfere with the main therapy;you should not abandon pharmaceutical drugs in favor of the listed remedies.
Surgery for prostatitis
Operations for the treatment of prostatitis are used very rarely.Since they are currently ineffective and cause many side effects (erectile dysfunction, ejaculation disorders).But in some cases, surgical intervention cannot be avoided.And this happens if the disease has become complicated and a condition has appeared that threatens the patient's life.Various abscesses, inability to urinate, suspected tumor are indications for surgery.
The operation involves complete or partial removal of the prostate gland;an abscess may also be drained to remove pus.Depending on the severity of the complications encountered, the appropriate type of operation is selected.Recovery after surgery takes about 10 days.In approximately 50% of cases, complete healing can be achieved through partial removal.This percentage scares many people from this method to get rid of the disease.
What side effects can occur during therapy?
Due to improper or prolonged use of antibacterial agents, the following side effects may occur:
- deterioration of the general condition;
- pain in the right hypochondrium;
- diarrhea;
- vomiting.
Make sure you take all medications as directed.Do not exceed the dose.If the condition worsens, contact a specialist immediately to arrange treatment.Because of the danger that arises when you take the tablet form of antibiotics, it is necessary to focus on restoring your immunity.This is the only way to quickly cope with the disease without causing serious damage to other organs.
Additional recommendations
In addition to drug therapy, certain rules must be followed.If the lesion is acute, then it is necessary:
- maintaining bed rest;
- refuse sexual intercourse;
- drink enough fluids.
If the disease is chronic, it is important:
- they move and give a light load to the pelvic area;
- during the remission period, have a regular sex life
- eat properly;
- be examined regularly.
After a certain period of time without relapses, and when testing confirms the absence of infection, the disease is considered cured.To achieve a complete cure, it is necessary to adhere to specialized prevention.
Effective drugs for prostatitis:
It is impossible to choose one and the best drug for prostatitis that can cure all types of prostatitis.An antibacterial drug will not help a patient with a parasitic form of infection and vice versa.
There are many effective drugs for the treatment of inflammation in the prostate gland, but you cannot prescribe them yourself by reading reviews from people on the Internet.