Chronic prostatitis is a long-term inflammatory process localized in the tissues of the prostate, which leads to a violation of its functional activity. This disease is widespread among men. If left untreated, it can cause secondary inflammation of other organs of the genitourinary system, the development of erectile dysfunction and infertility. In this article, we discuss chronic prostatitis in men in terms of symptoms and treatment.
Clinical picture of chronic prostatitis
The primary symptom of chronic prostatitis is constant pain. The pain syndrome is localized in the perineum, inguinal and suprapubic regions. It increases at the beginning and end of urination, during and after ejaculation, with prolonged absence of sexual intercourse. The intensity of pain varies for each individual patient. Some men indicate moderate discomfort, others talk about quite severe pain.
Another characteristic symptom is the increased urge to urinate. The patient indicates that the urge to urinate is more frequent. In this case, the process of urination is accompanied by pain. The patient must make an effort to initiate the mimicry. The stream of urine becomes weaker and intermittent, there is always a feeling of incomplete emptying of the bladder.
Chronic inflammation of the prostate is often accompanied by impaired sexual function. Patients with this disease may indicate weak erection, premature ejaculation, decreased libido, frequent night erections and so on. All this has an extremely negative effect on the psychological state of a person.
In the period of exacerbation, the clinical picture is supplemented by a violation of the general condition. Symptoms such as weakness and reduced efficiency, loss of appetite and a slight increase in body temperature may be added.
Principles of treatment of chronic prostatitis
First of all, in chronic prostatitis, antibacterial drugs are prescribed, selected based on the sensitivity of the pathogen. The course of antibiotic therapy is at least two weeks.
You can stop the pain syndrome with the help of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Taking alpha-blockers will help restore urodynamics.
It should be noted that any medicine can be used only on the recommendation of a doctor.
In case of chronic inflammation, one of the main points of treatment is prostate massage. However, it is strictly contraindicated in acute inflammatory process.
In addition, various physiotherapeutic methods, such as magnetotherapy or electrophoresis, have been proven in the treatment of chronic prostatitis.
In the event that any complications develop, a decision can be made on the question of surgical intervention, for example, transurethral resection of the prostate.