Forgetting prostatitis is a dream of most men who suffer from this very unpleasant disease. Many do not want the publicity of their intimate problems and seek redemption in widely advertised drugs or grandmother’s prescriptions. However, they forget that only a qualified professional can properly assess the problem and prescribe appropriate treatment.
Briefly about prostatitis
Important!Only proper treatment started in time will help to cure prostatitis forever.
Prostatitis is an inflammatory process in the prostate. Acute and chronic forms are distinguished according to the symptoms and the clinic of the disease. And due to the nature of the occurrence - infectious (bacterial) and non-infectious types of pathology.
Different infections cause both forms of bacterial prostatitis. Most often, these are bacteria belonging to the intestinal tract.
The presence of pathogenic organisms alone is not sufficient for the disease to develop. Favorable conditions must be created for their reproduction.
These are created by the following factors:
- hypothermia of the body;
- frequent meetings;
- irregular sex life;
- low dynamic lifestyle;
- chronic inflammatory diseases;
- venereal and urological diseases;
- weakened immunity.
These factors contribute to the entry of microorganisms into the prostate, disrupt the blood supply to the organs of the pelvic region, and cause stagnant processes in the gland. All this is an ideal environment for the development and reproduction of the pathogenic flora.
Prostatitis can be acute with characteristic symptoms and clinical signs such as abdominal and groin pain, fever, painful urination.
However, prostatitis is much more likely to manifest as a chronic disease with asymptomatic or asymptomatic symptoms. The condition is characterized by periods of exacerbation and remission. The disease can be diagnosed with episodic pain while urinating, sometimes with urethral discharge and erectile problems.
The acute form of prostatitis is treated quickly and successfully with antibiotics. Unfortunately, it is very difficult to get rid of chronic prostatitis forever. In this case, therapy is reduced to achieve the longest possible remission. With proper treatment, they can be up to 5 years old.
Complete healing of the prostate: myth or reality
Inflammation of the prostate gland over time leads to the replacement of the glandular tissue of the organ with connective tissue, contributing to its compaction. Fibrosis is formed. The prostate loses its functions, compressing the urinary tract.
All this causes a disturbance in the functioning of the organs of the urogenital system, their blood circulation deteriorates and it causes pain. Often, the dense structure of the patient’s glands prevents the penetration of antibacterial agents, which interferes with complete healing. But there is a solution to the problem.
Possibilities of traditional medicine
Comprehensive treatment is the key to success
The treatment of prostatitis is to control the inflammation and eliminate the causes. For more effective therapy, physicians generally take an integrated approach, combining medication with physiotherapy. Urologists also often use prescriptions for traditional medicine.
Drug therapy
You cannot do without antibiotics to cure and get rid of prostatitis forever. The most commonly prescribed drugs are fluoroquinol drugs. But before starting treatment, a urethral swab is usually tested to determine the susceptibility of the bacteria. This procedure allows the correct selection of an effective antibacterial drug.
Among the many anti-inflammatory drugs, bioregulatory peptides are the following.
Drugs act as prostaprotectors. They have a positive effect on the structure of the prostate, improve its functions and blood supply. The substances are available in the form of suppositories, which helps to achieve the effect of the therapy quickly. These drugs are considered safe.
The complex of drug therapy also includes anti-inflammatory drugs. They suppress inflammatory foci, reduce prostate swelling, relieve pain. NSAIDs are prescribed for this purpose. Anti-inflammatory compositions are used for injections, suppositories and oral use.
If prostate adenoma persists in the background of prostatitis, men are prescribed alpha-blockers, which are used for symptomatic therapy.
Anticonvulsants and muscle relaxants help fight prostatitis. They do not eliminate the cause of the disease, but they help the urine to flow better, relieve cramps and reduce pain. Immunomodulators and vitamins do not interfere either.
Physiotherapy treatment
Physiotherapy for prostatitis is aimed at improving the general condition of the body and the prostate gland and restoring its ability to work. The technique is selected depending on the degree of manifestation of the symptoms of the disease.
- Microwave therapy. Treatment is based on the effect of a high-frequency electromagnetic field on the patient's organ. This stimulates the work of the prostate, preventing the appearance of new inflammatory foci.
- Prostate massage. The procedure is performed by a doctor. The course consists of 5-7 sessions. With the right skills, the treatment can be done at home.
- Electrical stimulation. With the help of pulsed discharges of electric current, the organ is stimulated, causing muscle contraction, and the general condition improves.
- Ultrasound. Patients consider this to be the most effective method. Treatment is performed with high-frequency vibrations that affect the focus of the inflammation.
Surgical intervention
Surgeons are used to treat prostatitis when all other methods have been tried.
The reasons for this may be:
- abscess of the prostate;
- inflammation of other organs of the urogenital system;
- acute urinary retention;
- constant presence of blood in the urine.
Depending on the indications, one of the surgical methods can be selected:
- Prostatectomy. They are hollow and endoscopic. During the operation, the prostate is completely removed. This type of surgery is rarely used.
- Prostate resection. Only inflamed areas of the organ are removed. The procedure can be laparoscopic, suprapubic and transurethral. Recently, transurethral resection (TUR) has been prescribed more frequently. The operation is performed using a resectoscope, which is inserted into the urethra.
- Draining the abscess. Required for purulent prostatitis. Tissues are washed with antiseptic solution. The method alone cannot heal the patient's organ, so it is used in combination with drug therapy.
It is not a common approach to treating prostatitis
If the prostatitis doesn’t go away for a long time, the men are ready to even try their grandmother’s recipes. Many unconventional methods are so effective that they are widely used by physicians for complex therapies.
The most common methods recommended by doctors, which are also used to prevent the disease, are:
- Herb;
- massage of the prostate gland;
- use of biologically active food additives (BAA);
- acupuncture.
All of these methods have their pros and cons. All of them can be used for therapeutic purposes in different stages of the disease.
Important!Prostatitis should be treated by conventional methods under the supervision of an experienced professional. Otherwise, the disease will become chronic or the problem may be exacerbated by the appearance of complications.
Phytotherapy
If your urologist allows you to use herbs to treat your patient's prostate, you can use the following prescriptions:
- Infusion of parsley. Take 1 tbsp. l. fresh herbs, chopped. Then pour boiling water, 0, 5 cups. The remedy should be applied for 10-12 hours. Drink 1 tbsp. spoon 4 times / day 30 minutes before meals.
- Garlic tincture. 1 tablespoon. l. the spices grated on a fine grater are poured with 0. 5 liters of boiling water. The solution should then be held for 6-8 hours and filtered. Drink 1/4 cup before meals, 30 minutes before.
Important! Garlic irritates the gastric mucosa, so consult a specialist before use.
Freshly squeezed juices from fruit, asparagus, parsley, beets, tomatoes, cucumbers are widely recommended by doctors.
Biologically active additives (BAA)
Dietary supplements have long been used to treat prostatitis, but they are not medications, so you should consult a urologist before using them.
Consuming well-chosen dietary supplements with food helps to get rid of congestion, relieves inflammation, and promotes healing and healing processes. In addition, such drugs improve digestion, diuretics and cleanse the body.
Acupuncture
Tibetan medicine offers its own methods for treating prostatitis. The main one is acupuncture. The method consists of using needles to act on the biologically active points of the human body. One feature of such treatment is the activation and mobilization of hidden reserves to combat the disease.
There are other alternative treatments for prostatitis.
Hydromassage of the prostate gland
This method of treating prostatitis is quite common, but not all patients agree with its use. The essence of the method: the chamomile broth is fed rectally by rinsing. In addition, this aqueous solution should be kept in the rectum for at least 15 minutes. The plant has anti-inflammatory, relaxing and warming effects.
Hirudotherapy
Hirudotherapy - the use of leeches in therapy eliminates stagnant processes in the pelvic region, helps to cleanse the blood, improves microcirculation.
Baths for prostatitis
The water needed for the process is made from a decoction of hazelnuts or pine needles. Take a sitting bath for at least 15 minutes. It is believed that a seven-day procedure is enough to get rid of the manifestations of prostate pathologies.
Important!All methods of alternative medicine used should be discussed with your doctor. We need a clear plan that will literally be a murder weapon against prostatitis. In addition, your doctor will be able to prevent the side effects of such treatment.
Additional treatment suggestions
Diet for prostatitis
Therapy for prostatitis also involves following certain dietary rules:
- In case of acute prostatitis and at the moment of exacerbation of a chronic disease, the use of alcoholic beverages should be completely stopped. During remission, alcohol consumption should be kept to a minimum.
- You need to quit smoking completely. Nicotine constricts blood vessels, leading to the progression of stagnant processes in prostate tissues.
- Eat vegetables and fruits that contain more nutrients and trace elements.
- Eat foods that contain zinc as it has a protective effect on the prostate. Useful are seafood, pumpkin seeds, nuts, flaxseed oil.
- Remove fried and smoked foods from your diet. Cooked or steamed foods are much healthier.
- Drink at least 2, 5 liters of water a day. Water is involved in the transport of substances, normalizes blood circulation.
Limitations of prostatitis
In case of prostatitis, you should introduce the following rules and restrictions into your life:
- Heavy physical activity is contraindicated. This applies to sports where weights need to be pulled.
- Avoid hypothermia, dress appropriately for the weather.
- Sex life should be regular. And it’s better to have sex with a permanent partner.
- Frequent excitement without ejaculation is harmful. This is extremely negative for men’s health and strength.
Disease prevention
For anyone who has decided to get rid of prostatitis permanently and forgets, and for those who do not want this unpleasant disease, follow these rules:
- Train every day.
- Move more. You need to walk at a fast pace of at least 3-4 km every day to improve blood circulation and activate the work of the prostate. Such walks massage the body.
- When sitting, you should take a five-minute break every hour and walk around the room. This prevents the blood from stagnating in the prostate gland.
- You need to have sex regularly. Increased blood flow to the organ and hormones released during intercourse have a positive effect on prostate function.
A healthy lifestyle is the best prevention of prostatitis. If you follow these recommendations, you can be sure that the disease will go away forever. Make a little change in your daily routine and success is guaranteed!