Congestive prostatitis is a disease that occurs in the background of prostate dysfunction. The main cause of the disease is prostate congestion. Similar pathology can develop in men of all ages. Recently, cases of detection of this disease in young people have become more common.
Causes
The occurrence of stagnation in the prostate always indicates the development of an inflammatory process that prevents the male prostate from functioning fully. The process of blood outflow becomes more difficult, the gland ceases to be completely emptied, causing the secretions to stagnate.
Very often, this disease develops in the background of chronic prostatitis. Therefore, the patient may not be aware of the presence of stagnant processes in his body for a long time.
Prostate congestion can occur for a variety of reasons. This disease is usually non-bacterial and is caused by the following factors:
- Lack of constant intimate life. Frequent arousal without subsequent ejaculation, inconsistent sexual contact, incomplete ejaculation, frequent sex after prolonged abstinence can lead to the appearance of stagnant processes.
- Anatomical features. If a person does not have enough venous valves or the walls of the veins of the urogenital plexus are weak.
- Spinal cord injuries as well as diseases such as disc herniation or osteochondrosis. With physical damage to the spine, the prostate gland may become permanently spasmodic.
- Frequent hypothermia of the body, work in a room with active air conditioning, presence of drafts, etc.
- Bad habits - smoking, drinking. As a result, the patient may experience paralysis in the small blood vessels of the urogenital system.
- Chronic temperature rise in pelvic organs. This phenomenon can also be attributed to anatomical features.
- Common colitis and diarrhea.
- Eating problems, dehydration.
According to most experts, the main cause of stagnation lies in the lower extremity varicose veins. In this case, there is a violation of the blood circulation in the pelvic organs, which causes the prostate to start filling with blood.
The cause of the disease can often be an inflammatory process localized in the pelvic organs or rectum. The disease can also be caused by hormonal disorders.
Various acute or chronic infections can also trigger stagnant processes in the prostate. The infection enters the prostate through the urethra. Infection is also possible through the rectum, blood, or lymphatics.
Who is in danger
Constant sedentary work is a direct path to stagnant prostatitis.
Even though this disease develops suddenly, it can be completely prevented by excluding provocative factors from everyday life. The risk of developing stagnant processes in the prostate is as follows:
- People with sedentary lifestyles. First, we talk about the people who work while sitting.
- Patients with frequent constipation.
- People who eat irregularly and neglect healthy, nutritious food.
- Smokers and people with severe alcohol dependence.
Symptoms
In most cases, this disease is characterized by an asymptomatic course, so it is almost impossible to determine its presence at home. The first sign of the disease is the presence of pain in the perineal region. Walking usually gets worse. Nevertheless, there are certain symptoms of the disease that need to be discussed in more detail.
The main symptoms of congestive prostatitis are:
- Decreased potency and libido. Deterioration of erection.
- The amount of sperm decreases, its consistency decreases.
- Frequent premature ejaculation.
- Decreases the quality of orgasm.
- Constant burning sensation in the urethra and bladder.
- Intermittent and painful urination problems.
- There are aching pains in the groin that extend to the sacrum or the inside of the thigh.
- There is constant burning and discomfort in the bladder and urethra.
Non-specific symptoms of congestive prostatitis include general weakness, decreased performance, sleep disturbances, and general irritability.
Classification
Prostate congestion is currently observed with the following types of prostatitis:
- Chronic.As a general rule, it develops in the absence of regular sex or without replacement by masturbation. Obesity, disruption of intercourse, stress, poor blood supply, sedentary lifestyle - all of these factors eventually lead to the development of chronic prostatitis. In chronic prostatitis, the ejaculate is usually secreted in the form of a blood clot. Prostate massage or intercourse can improve the patient’s condition, but the effect lasts for a short time.
- Venous.Appears in the presence of pathologies of the venous system. If a patient is diagnosed with varicose veins, as a result of which venous blood accumulates in the venous system of the small pelvis, stagnant processes may be localized in the prostate gland. This results in prostatitis.
- Stagnant.It occurs due to the incomplete emptying of certain parts of the prostate gland, as a result of which it is constantly in a state of overflow with blood, which contributes to the development of inflammation. This form of prostatitis is most commonly observed in middle-aged men.
- Infectious.In this case, the cause of the disease is an infection that enters the prostate through the urogenital system. If this occurs in the background of the process of cognitive prostatitis, the inflammatory process increases and the general condition of the patient deteriorates.
Diagnostics
Prostate echotomography helps to accurately determine the image of the disease.
Diagnostic procedures should necessarily include palpation of the prostate as well as examination of the posterior urethra. This is the basis for diagnosing prostatitis, allowing the person skilled in the art to determine if the sensitivity is low or high. The presence of the disease is also evidenced by the release of small aseptic secretions.
In addition, if the physician suspects the disease is developing, the patient is referred for prostate rheography. This procedure is well tolerated by patients and takes an average of about fifteen minutes. According to the results of the rheography, it is possible to identify violations of venous outflow, to obtain basic information about the condition of blood vessels - their flexibility and integrity.
If blood flow in the glandular tissues is difficult, this indicates the presence of degenerative changes.
The following procedures should be used to confirm the diagnosis and obtain additional information:
- Ultrasound of the pelvic organs.
- Prostate ecotomography.
Laboratory diagnostic methods that involve passing the following tests cannot be dispensed with:
- Urine tests.Includes general urine analysis, triple test, and microflora culture. In these analyzes, the pathogenic microflora, including chlamydia, is most often undetectable.
- Blood tests.We are talking about thromboelastography and coagulogram.
- Analysis of ejaculate and prostate secretion.Leukocytosis is most often undetectable in congestive prostatitis. However, the sample includes columnar and squamous images.
Differences Between Congestive Prostatitis And Infectious
The disease is associated with frequent depression in men.
In the diagnostic phase, it is very important to distinguish the stagnant process from the infectious process. Otherwise, the treatment is chosen incorrectly, which can lead to certain complications. Therefore, the professional should pay attention to the following symptoms:
- Urination problems - usually the patient often urinates in the morning. It also improves your condition.
- Aching and burning pains in the perineum, testicles.
- Fever with severe general fatigue.
- Depression and general anxiety.
- Erection problems and weak orgasms. In general, ejaculate quality deteriorates in patients, which can be detected in further studies.
Initially, your doctor will perform palpation tests to reveal certain prostate changes. We can talk about the following properties:
- the organ enlarges;
- the contours of the prostate gland are blurred;
- consistency changed;
- hypersensitivity;
- the smoothness of the median contours of the sulcus is detected.
Important!In the presence of the above symptoms, the patient shows no signs of infection in laboratory tests.
The secret of the prostate is characterized by a thick consistency that stands out in the form of lumps and clots. Similar changes are observed as a result of prostate massage. In some cases, the patient himself may notice the presence of nodules in the semen during ejaculation. This indicates the formation of a stagnant process.
Management
Treating the disease involves quitting smoking completely.
Treatment for congestive prostatitis is based on the extent of its onset. Based on the results of a thorough diagnosis, the specialist will determine the course of further treatment. It usually takes an integrated approach and consists of the following procedures:
- Treatment.To treat stagnant processes in the prostate, the patient must take anti-inflammatory drugs. Your doctor may prescribe other medicines for your patient.
- Painkillerscan be prescribed for pain. They are usually taken with a blood thinner.
- Power mode.When stagnant prostatitis is detected, the patient follows a strict diet, consuming limited amounts of spicy and fatty foods. The key to rapid recovery is a balanced diet, where the patient’s daily diet includes large amounts of fruits, vegetables, fermented dairy products, and oil.
- Sexual mode.It is very important that the patient not only adheres to sexual hygiene but also improves his intimate life. Regular sexual intercourse normalizes prostate function and precludes the development of stagnant processes in the future.
- Termination of bad habits.Many experts have no idea how to treat stagnant prostatitis through smoking or alcohol consumption. It is very important that the patient completely stops smoking and drinking alcohol, which can cause congestion. It is equally important to minimize negative factors such as hypothermia, physical overload, physical inactivity, and so on.
- Physical activity.Most professionals prescribe special physiotherapy exercises for their patients. Such exercises are usually aimed at strengthening the abdominal muscles, improving breathing, and toning the pelvic floor muscles.
- Vitamin therapy.This is a very important step in the treatment of congestive prostatitis. The patient’s body should receive the full range of nutrients. To this end, vitamin complexes are most commonly prescribed for patients with congestive prostatitis.
If the cause of congestive prostatitis in humans is valve insufficiency of the veins in the lower extremities, it is subjected to surgery.
Prevention
In this case, the preventive measures are based on the activity. Moreover, it has to manifest itself in both movement and sex. Experts say the prostate gland needs to function regularly to prevent stagnation. Only ejaculation can provide this.
Moderate exercise, frequent walking, and a regular diet will help prevent the disease from developing.