Chronic prostatitis is a long-term inflammatory process that is localized in the tissues of the prostate and 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 urogenital system, erectile dysfunction and infertility. In this article, we look at chronic prostatitis in men in terms of symptoms and treatment.
Clinical picture in chronic prostatitis
The primary symptom of chronic prostatitis is constant aching 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 long-term absence of sexual intercourse. The intensity of pain is different for each patient. Some men report moderate discomfort, others talk about quite severe pain.
Another characteristic symptom is an increased urge to urinate. A sick man indicates that the urge to urinate has become more frequent. In this case, the urination process 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 gland is often accompanied by impairment of sexual function. Patients with this disease may report weak erections, premature ejaculation, decreased libido, frequent erections at night and so on. All this has an extremely negative effect on a man's psychological state.
During the period of exacerbation, the clinical picture is complemented by a violation of the general condition. Symptoms such as weakness and reduced performance, loss of appetite and a slight increase in body temperature may be associated.
Principles of treatment of chronic prostatitis
First of all, in chronic prostatitis, antibacterial drugs are prescribed, which are selected based on the sensitivity of the pathogen. The duration 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 helps to restore urodynamics.
It should be noted that any medication can only be used as prescribed by a doctor.
In the case of chronic inflammation, one of the main points of treatment is prostate massage. However, it is strictly contraindicated in acute inflammatory processes.
In addition, various physiotherapy methods, such as magnetotherapy or electrophoresis, have been proven in the treatment of chronic prostatitis.
In the event that any complications have developed, the issue of surgical intervention, such as transurethral resection of the prostate, can be decided.