Inflammation of the tissues of the prostate is called prostatitis. This disease is more common in men of different ages and brings them a lot of inconvenience. Therefore, it must be treated on time.
Specialists distinguish two forms of this disease - acute and chronic. And their treatment is different from each other.
Acute prostatitis
An acute form of prostatitis is an inflammatory process in the prostate gland that occurs as a result of an infection after other diseases. As a rule, men do not like to be treated, so they are sure that bowel disease, kidney disease or a common cold will pass by themselves. However, the body sometimes just does not have enough strength, as a result, the infection can spread to other organs. As a result, prostatitis. For the acute form, the following symptoms are characteristic:
- high body temperature;
- pain when urinating;
- pain in the perineum;
- in blood tests showed a high content of leukocytes.
How to treat
Acute prostatitis is best treated in a hospital. In this case, you can observe how the disease progresses and track the result in time.
The treatment regimen for prostatitis is quite simple. First of all, antibacterial therapy is used. In acute form, such drugs penetrate very well into the prostate gland, which gives a positive result. In the treatment are used:
- Antibiotics. The best result is given by drugs that are able to accumulate in the prostate gland in large quantities. Thus it is necessary to consider, that the acute form can be caused by various bacteria. Therefore, the doctor appoints antibiotics for each individual.
- In the presence of painful sensations, doctors can prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs of non-steroid type.
- Immunomodulators. They are necessary in order to restore immunity and promote rapid recovery.
- Alpha-blockers. Such medications are used to reduce prostate swelling in men.
- Antipyretic. Since this form of the disease is often accompanied by an increase in temperature, then, of course, in the hospital use such medications.
Doctors also advise the patient to drink as much liquid as possible. Physioprocedures can be prescribed only strictly for each individual.
Chronic prostatitis
In a chronic form this disease passes, if not treated acute. And this happens quite often. The fact is that many men, not wanting to see a doctor, are engaged in self-medication. As a result, short-term relief comes, and the disease remains untreated.
In addition, many men in general can not be forced to go to the doctor, they turn to a specialist, when the pain is already so strong that it is difficult to tolerate. As a result, chronic prostatitis.
This disease has its own specific signs. These include:
- There are pains in the pelvic region. At an early stage they are viscous, aching, but in later stages, on the contrary, they can be sharp, cutting;
- Sometimes the temperature may rise. It happens periodically and quite sharply and unexpectedly;
- The urine becomes a different color. In addition, it may contain mucosal inclusions;
- Rapid urination. However, the amount of urine is very small;
- Painful sensations during intercourse.
Doctors will prescribe all the necessary tests and only then will make the final diagnosis.
How to treat
The treatment regimen for prostatitis in a chronic form is almost the same as in the acute. However, there are some differences.
So, the treatment scheme includes:
- Treatment with various antibiotics. It can be tetracycline drugs, fluoroquinolones, penicillin-containing drugs. The choice of antibacterial agent depends on which infection is the cause of the disease. In addition, during treatment, they are periodically replaced by others, so that the microorganisms do not become addicted to the drug.
- Anti-inflammatory drugs. They are prescribed depending on the severity of the disease.
- Also, doctors often prescribe medications that help improve blood circulation.
- Analgesics. Be sure to be prescribed to relieve pain.
- Vitamin Complexes. Due to a chronic disease, the body is constantly weakened. Therefore, it is necessary to maintain it with vitamins.
- Immunomodulators. The need for such medicines is determined by the attending physician. As a rule, they are used in cases when vitamin complexes for the body are few.
- Physiotherapy. In contrast to the acute form, with chronic prostatitis, such procedures are often prescribed. These include mandatory prostate massage, which helps to cleanse its ducts. Also use ultrasound or laser therapy. The specialist will select the necessary procedure based on the degree of the disease.
- Diet. Adherence to proper nutrition is also very important for the treatment of chronic disease. It's necessary. To adjust the metabolism, as well as prevent the occurrence of diseases of the intestines, which will adversely affect the inflamed prostate gland. It is necessary to refuse from sharp and fat food. And during the treatment period, you can not consume any alcohol. It is completely incompatible with antibiotics, and it will not bring any benefit during treatment.
- Physical training. It is not necessary to engage in power sports, simple physical exercises will have a positive effect. They help improve blood circulation, develop muscles, improve mood.
This is an approximate treatment regimen for chronic prostatitis in men. Of course, for each case the specialist will choose his own version of getting rid of this disease.
In addition to medicines, traditional medicine can also be used. They will also have a positive effect and help the body recover faster after treatment with medications. However, before this, it is always worthwhile to consult the attending physician so that complications do not arise.
Unfortunately, there are situations when no treatment helps. In this case, the doctor will prescribe only one - surgical intervention. However, such cases occur infrequently. For the most part, with all prescriptions, the prognosis for prostatitis treatment is favorable.
As you can see, acute and chronic forms of prostatitis are treated quite successfully. Men in the majority do not want to go to doctors, and in fact an acute illness to cure is always much easier. That's why there should not be any embarrassment. It is best if you find any symptoms immediately go to the doctors and start treatment on time. But self-medication is not worth it, it will not benefit.
