Complex therapy of prostatitis

Prostate inflammation is one of the most common conditions in urology. Many representatives of the stronger half of humanity prefer to hush up this problem and turn to a specialist even when it is impossible to endure the pain. There is nothing shameful about prostatitis. Comprehensive treatment of prostatitis and a thorough therapeutic approach are necessary. The sooner you start therapy, the better.

The main causes of prostatitis

Inflammatory processes in the prostate are caused by:

• infections when the pathogen enters the blood and spreads throughout the body;
• weakened protective functions of the body, often caused by disturbances in sleep and wakefulness, nutrition, bad habits, chronic stress;
• circulatory disorders due to heart problems, nervous system, physical inactivity;
• lack of regular sex, leading to stagnation;
• alcohol and tobacco abuse due to weakened immune system and nervous disorders;
• violation of the basics of proper nutrition, consumption of foods rich in concentrates and chemically processed vegetables and fruits;
• phimosis - a pathology in which the head of the penis is not fully opened if it has not been eliminated at a young age;
• stones in the prostate, provoking the appearance of inflammatory processes;
• hormonal disorders and pathological abnormalities of the structure of the penis.

A sedentary lifestyle, characteristic of many professions, also leads to prostatitis. Drivers and office workers who spend a lot of time on their feet are more susceptible to the disease than men who lead active lifestyles and are forced to move a lot for their work.

Types of prostatitis

Diseases of the genitourinary system caused by inflammation of the prostate gland are classified according to the following criteria:

• The form of the course is acute and chronic. The first is characterized by various symptoms, but almost always a man feels discomfort in the pelvic region even when resting and can be observed at any age. The symptoms simply cannot be ignored. If the patient does not see a doctor and try to self-medicate, it becomes chronic. This form is most often observed in representatives of the strong half over 50 years old and is practically asymptomatic, it is usually detected during examinations for concomitant ailments.
• Cause of the event. Inflammatory processes in the prostate can be different. There are bacterial, infectious, calculous, purulent and congestive prostatitis. Depending on the type, additional therapeutic methods and drugs are selected to eliminate the root cause.

The form and cause of the development of prostatitis are identified through laboratory tests prescribed to a man with suspected inflammation of the prostate.

Signs of prostatitis

The clinical picture of prostate disease is quite clear and can rarely be confused with another disease. Men suffering from prostatitis experience:

• pain in the pubic bone;
• discomfort in the groin;
• frequent urination, accompanied by painful sensations during stress and hypothermia;
• sleep disorders;
• erection problems;
• premature ejaculation;
• increased sweating;
• the presence of unusual discharge;
• body temperature is slightly above 37 degrees in the evening.

Treatment is prescribed taking into account the prevailing pain, urination or erectile dysfunction and the course of the disease.

Description of an integrated treatment approach

The success of prostatitis treatment depends on the right approach. The acute form involves drug treatment and other procedures if necessary. Chronic treatment is more difficult and takes longer.

Key elements of a comprehensive treatment

If signs of illness appear, the patient is prescribed an examination. A laboratory study of prostate secretions, MRI and ultrasound of the organ are carried out. Based on the data obtained, treatment is prescribed. It aims to eliminate the cause of the disease and alleviate the symptoms.

A complex treatment includes a set of measures, each of which requires detailed study:

• Medication courses. Selected according to the form of the disease. Infectious diseases require the use of antibacterial drugs and non-infectious anti-inflammatory drugs, which provide successful symptomatic treatment, as well as normalization of peristaltic function.
• Strengthen immunity. Improving the protective functions of the male body is the basis for successful treatment. The doctor selects either immunomodulators (tablets) or local agents (rectal suppositories).
• Physiotherapy. External effects on the pelvic organs play an important role in the treatment of the disease and are an essential part of an integrated approach.

You cannot talk about complex therapy without changing your diet and lifestyle. A man suffering from prostatitis needs a proper diet and daily routine.

Antibacterial therapy

It is aimed at relieving the symptoms of the acute form, which occurs within two days after the start of taking the drug. The selection of drugs is carried out by a doctor and the patient must strictly follow all the recommendations given.

The main goal is death and complete eradication (destruction) of the pathogenic microorganism, thereby preventing the transition from acute to chronic form. The choice of medications is based on the following principles:

• Determine the sensitivity of the pathogen to different groups of antibiotics, selecting the most effective.
• The use of drugs with a bactericidal effect to kill pathogenic bacteria.

Antibiotics with bacteriostatic activity are aimed at suppressing the development and further growth of microorganisms and are therefore not used. Preference is given to macrolides, tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, which have a high degree of penetration into the prostate.

Physiotherapy and massage

The impact on the prostate during the chronic course of the disease involves the following procedures:

• electrophoresis;
• ultrasound;
• hot enemas;
• herbal baths;
• Ultra-high frequency;
• hirudotherapy;
• resonance therapy (microwave);
• inductothermy.

For chronic and acute prostatitis, rectal massage is performed. This can only be done by a proctologist or urologist. The duration of the course is 10-15 procedures. Thanks to physiotherapy, blood circulation in the pelvic organs is stimulated, lymphatic stagnation is eliminated and the outflow of secretions is normalized, the excessive concentration of which causes inflammatory processes.

A set of drugs for the treatment of prostatitis

Drug therapy involves relieving inflammatory processes and restoring the protective functions of the body. Without anti-inflammatories and immunomodulators, the set of medications necessary for the effective treatment of prostatitis will not be complete.

Anti-inflammatory drugs

Chronic noninfectious prostatitis is treated with medications that relieve pain and relieve inflammation. Anti-inflammatory medications are often prescribed in the form of suppositories. This allows the active substance to penetrate directly into the prostate tissue.

For stagnant processes, bioactive agents are most often prescribed to normalize prostate function. Among popular drugs, it is worth noting:

• A medicine containing prostate extract that reduces swelling and relieves inflammation. For the bacterial type, it is prescribed after a course of antibiotics, and for the chronic type, it is taken for a long time to achieve the results described above.
• Candles based on natural extracts. The most popular products are products based on propolis, bee waste, pumpkin seed oil and ichthyol.

The active ingredients of the drugs help to eliminate congestion and normalize prostate trophism.

Medicines to strengthen immunity

Pathogenic micro-organisms, by multiplying, weaken the immune system, which becomes vulnerable and less tolerant of treatment. For this to work fully, the specialist prescribes immunomodulators. Usually a drug with a high zinc content, which destroys pathogenic microflora, is prescribed, as well as herbal preparations, for example, echinacea extract.

These drugs help prevent periods of exacerbation of chronic prostatitis. The listed tablets are often supplemented with vitamin complexes. They are designed to support the normal functioning of the immune system and help the body better cope with illness.

When should you operate?

Unfortunately, complex therapy is not always effective. In advanced stages of the disease, it is impossible to do without surgical intervention. It is prescribed in the following cases:

• acute abscesses that cannot be removed without surgery;
• obstruction of urine due to narrowing of the urethral canal;
• development of prostate hyperplasia.

Untimely operation in the situations listed above leads to the most dire consequences, even death.

Folk remedies for the treatment of prostatitis

Homeopathy is part of a comprehensive treatment of chronic prostatitis without abandoning medications and other conservative methods. Medicinal herbs help relieve and improve illness and are also suppliers of valuable nutrients.

Attention!The total duration of taking various herbal medicines should not exceed three months. Prolonged use will lead to irritation of the mucous membrane.

Nettle

The plant has a positive effect on the male body and alleviates the symptoms of the disease. Regular consumption of nettle improves potency and improves reproductive function. It is prescribed to prevent tumors, reduce the risk of developing cancer, prostate adenoma. The diuretic effect helps men suffering from urinary disorders.

The following types of medicines are prepared from nettle:

1. Pour a tablespoon of finely chopped nettle into a glass of vodka, leave for 3 weeks, filter. Take 2 teaspoons three times a day before meals.
2. Pour 6 tablespoons of nettle seeds into 0. 5 liters of port, boil for 5 minutes, let cool, filter. Use 3 times a day.
3. Take the ingredients as in the first recipe, but leave for 3 weeks, shaking from time to time. Drink 20 ml of tincture every day until exhausted.
4. The leaves are brewed as tea and drunk after standing for 10 minutes. Add a little lemon and honey.

A decoction of the roots can be used as compresses to relieve pain. It is prepared according to the following scheme:

• crushed buckthorn and nettle bark are taken in equal proportions;
• mix the components and take 8 grams;
• pour a liter of boiling water, leave for 10 minutes in a water bath;
• leave to infuse for 30 minutes.

This medicine can be drunk a glass 4 times a day and also used in the form of lotion.

Men suffering from nettle allergies, atherosclerosis, kidney failure and varicose veins should avoid nettle. Caution is required in those who have problems with the cardiovascular system.

Plantain

Has an antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, regenerating and analgesic effect. Plantain is rich in vitamins, tannins and polysaccharides. For therapeutic purposes, take an infusion of plantain leaves:

1. Pour a tablespoon of dry leaves into a liter of boiling water.
2. Let simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes.
3. Allow to cool and take before each meal.

The product should not be used by those who suffer from thrombosis, gastrointestinal problems or individual intolerance.

Ginseng

The medicinal plant is a natural aphrodisiac that has a multifaceted effect on the urinary and reproductive systems. Its use has the following positive effect:

• improves sperm viability and motility;
• increases the production and quality of seminal fluid;
• eliminates inflammatory processes;
• restores hormonal levels;

At different stages of prostatitis, drugs prepared according to the following recipes are used:

1. The root is poured with 70 percent alcohol in a ratio of 1: 10. Place in a dark place for 2 weeks. Drink ½ teaspoon three times a day before each meal. The duration of the course is one month.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of ground ginseng root to 700 g of natural honey and leave for 7 to 10 days. Take one tablespoon before bedtime.

Ginseng is contraindicated in cases of hypertension, nervous disorders, high fever, infections, inflammation and taking antibiotics. It should not be taken by people under 16 years of age.

Failure to comply with the dosage can lead to lack of sleep, allergic reaction, dizziness, headache, nausea, pressure changes, nervous overexcitation and tachycardia.

Wise

The herb has a disinfectant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect. It prevents internal bleeding and can be used in the following variations:

1. Thermal baths. Take 5 parts from each of the inflorescences of celandine, string, toadflax, birch, rosehip, speedwell, bearberry, black currant and lilac). Add 10 parts each of oats and sage. Pour boiling water, leave for 1-2 hours, pour into water.
2. Enemas. Add 12 g of herbs (2 tablespoons) to half a glass of boiling water and leave for 20 minutes. Add 10 parts of dimethyl sulfoxide to the total amount of solution, cool to 40 degrees. The duration of treatment includes 10-15 procedures.
3. Infusion. Pour 200 ml of water, taken in equal parts, the roots of sage and calamus, steam for 30 minutes. Drink the product morning and evening, dividing it into 2 portions.

Attention! Enemas can only be performed after consulting your doctor. This is a fairly serious procedure, taking into account the symptoms and course of prostatitis.

Sage is contraindicated in acute nephritis and epileptic seizures. It should not be used in cases of barking cough.

Diet and lifestyle

It is not enough to take a set of medications prescribed for prostatitis, it is necessary to radically reconsider your entire exercise routine. This requires a radical overhaul. The successful treatment of prostatitis and the prevention of recurring problems in the functioning of the prostate depend on proper nutrition and a balanced daily routine.

A man must:

• get rid of bad habits (alcohol, cigarettes);
• give up "empty" calories (fast food and unhealthy snacks) in favor of vegetables and fruits;
• start leading an active lifestyle, go to the gym, swimming pool, take walks more often, try to spend more time on your feet rather than driving.

An important factor is mental and mental health. Stressful situations should be avoided both within the family and at work. It is especially important to maintain a sleep schedule. A man needs to sleep at least eight full hours a day.

Prostatitis prevention

To keep the prostate healthy, a man just needs to follow a few simple rules:

• carefully monitor intimate hygiene, following all rules and recommendations;
• avoid hypothermia by dressing carefully and warmly during the cold season, for example by wearing fleece underwear;
• have a regular sex life with a regular partner, avoiding short-term relationships;
• see a specialist at least twice a year if you have already contracted prostatitis once.

The more a representative of the stronger sex leads a correct lifestyle, the lower the risk of developing prostatitis.