Prostatitis in men is a disease of the prostate gland caused by many different causes. This pathology is treated as an outpatient with the help of drugs, physiotherapy and folk remedies. You can take vitamin complexes and compounds that strengthen the immune system. Treatment must be comprehensive. When the first symptoms appear, you should consult a doctor. The earlier this disease is detected, the faster the recovery.
Prostatitis in men: what is it?
Prostatitis is a complication of chronic inflammation of the prostate gland, including the formation of stones (stones) in the excretory ducts of the prostate gland. The peak of this pathology falls on the age of 30-39 years. This is associated with an increase in cases of chronic prostatitis, which develops against the background of sexually transmitted diseases.
In men aged 40-59 years, the occurrence of this pathology can be associated with prostatic adenoma (growth of glandular tissue of the prostate gland) and in those over 60 years of age, with a decline in prostate function. sexual ability. Depending on the cause, the stone is true (primary) or false (secondary). The primary ones are formed in the ducts of the gland, and the secondary ones enter the prostate from the upper urinary tract (kidneys, bladder and urethra) if the patient has urolithiasis.
Prostatitis is caused by an infection of the prostate gland. Violation of emptying of the prostate gland occurs due to infrequent or infrequent sex, as well as a sedentary lifestyle. Against the background of infection, stones form in the person, because of this, secretion in the prostate gland is stagnant.
In addition, the development of this disease leads to abnormal reflux of small amounts of urine from the urethra into the ducts of the prostate gland during urine discharge. As a result, the salts in the urine crystallize, thicken, and form stones. The calculation of the prostate gland is chemically the same as that of the bladder:
- oxalate (caused by salt formation of oxalic acid);
- phosphates (which are formed against the background of a violation of the synthesis of phosphoric acid);
- urate (salt of uric acid is formed).
Main symptoms and types
The main symptom of prostatitis is pain. It is characteristically dull and painful, located in the perineum, scrotum, above the pubic bone, sacrum, and coccyx. Pain syndrome is aggravated by defecation (feces), sex, physical activity and prolonged sitting on hard surfaces, as well as prolonged walking.
The patient complains of frequent urination or complete urinary retention. Impurities in the blood (hematuria) or hematuria (appearance of plasma in semen) are found in urea. People with this disease have the following characteristics:
- decreased libido (sexual activity);
- weak erection;
- violation of ejaculation (semen secretion during sexual intercourse);
- painful ejaculation.
In the absence of treatment, patients can develop complications in the form of:
- kidney disease;
- cystitis (inflammation of the urinary tract);
- dry;
- abscess;
- urinary retention.
The treatment
Prostatitis in men is treated with antibiotics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. In addition, vitamins are actively used in immunostimulating therapy, anti-inflammatory drugs, prebiotics (after taking a course of antibiotics) and other drugs. Sometimes surgery is used to remove stones. This method is indicated when drug treatment does not give satisfactory results for a long time.
Among the methods of physiotherapy used:
- magnetic therapy (exposure to magnetic fields);
- laser treatment (removal of stones);
- electrophoresis (using electric current);
- EHF therapy (low frequency irradiation).
With acute prostatitis, prostate massage is strictly prohibited. The most effective method is to crush the gravel with a laser. In a few sessions, the stone can be removed naturally. Sometimes doctors prescribe exercise therapy (physical therapy exercises) in the form of gymnastics, exercises that reduce and relax the anal muscles.
Treatment with folk remedies
Folk remedies can reduce the severity of symptoms. They can be used as an adjunct to primary therapy. Do not self-medicate, it is better to consult a doctor before using this or that preparation.
The most effective folk remedies are presented below.
Sage
Sage has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects, and also improves digestion.
Prepare and apply:
- Pour 500 ml of boiling water over the sage and cardamom, leave for 2 hours.
- Strain the medicine and drink 1/2 cup before meals 3-4 times a day.
Herbs Collection
Request:
- mint;
- Sage;
- planted forests;
- rattan;
- Strawberry;
- Chrysanthemum;
- nettle.
How to prepare and perform:
- Mix all the ingredients, pour boiling water and leave for 2 hours.
- Drink 70 ml 3 times a day.
Hawthorn
Hawthorn has a positive effect on the walls of blood vessels and has anti-inflammatory and choleretic properties.
Formula:
- 3 arts. l. tree pour 3 cups of boiling water.
- Insist 3-4 hours.
- Drink 3 times a day 1 glass each time.
Rose hips
With the help of rose hips, you can strengthen your immune system. Decoctions from it should not be taken by people with high acidity.
Prepare and apply:
- 4 tbsp. l. Rosehip root pour 2 cups of water.
- Bring to a boil and let simmer for 20 minutes.
- Cool, tense.
- Drink 250 ml three times a day for 30 days.
mint
With the help of mint, you can relieve spasms, eliminate inflammation and relax the body. It is allowed to make tea from this plant and cinnamon. To prepare it, you need:
- Drink 1 tbsp. l. mint and honey, a cinnamon stick and 700 ml of water.
- Pour boiling water over the cinnamon and mint and leave for 20 minutes.
- Add honey to it.
It is better to take the remedy after eating 1 glass.
Parsley
You should drink some parsley. To prepare it, you need:
- Pour 1 teaspoon of MSG. 1 cup boiling water.
- Emphasis in the night.
Take this medicine after stress 50 ml per day.
Parsley can be combined with honey and lemon juice. To do this, squeeze the juice from the greens and mix with the rest of the ingredients. The drug should be taken after meals.
Seeds
A decoction of green seeds can be used to treat prostatitis. For this you need:
- 1 teaspoon ground seeds pour 400 ml of boiling water.
- Let it brew for 8 hours.
- Drink 200 ml during the day.
Honey with walnuts
In addition to herbs, honey is actively used in combination with walnuts. The nuts should first be crushed and mixed with bee products.
You need to take the remedy for 1 month, 1 tbsp. l. In one day.
horse chestnut
Horse chestnuts help strengthen the immune system. To prepare an infusion from it, you need:
- 3 arts. l. shell powder pour 3 cups of boiling water and leave for 5 hours.
- Then filter this medicinal water and put it on the fire.
Usage: 50 ml 2-3 times a day.
You can make a decoction of horse chestnut with chamomile flowers.
poplar bark
A popular remedy is poplar bark, which reduces inflammation. For this you should:
- 100 g of bark pour 1 liter of boiling water.
- Boil for 15 minutes over low heat.
- Filter.
- Drink 1 glass 30 minutes before meals for 2 months.