Chronic prostatitis is an inflammatory process of the prostate in a man with a long-term course (more than six months).
Usually this pathology is the result of an infectious process.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis is aimed at destroying the causative agent of the infection.
The lack of such treatment can lead to the development of various functional disorders and complications, including male infertility.
Causes of chronic prostatitis Various pathogenic microorganisms (disease-causing) lead to the development of a long-term inflammatory reaction.
There are 2 main groups of pathogens of chronic prostatitis:
- Nonspecific bacterial infection– pathogenic microorganisms that can lead to the development of an inflammatory reaction in various organs.These include streptococci, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella, Proteus and staphylococci.
- Specific infection.Pathogenic microorganisms parasitize only the structures of the male urogenital tract (chlamydia, ureaplasma, trichomonas).
Knowledge of the cause of the development of the chronic inflammatory process of the prostate is necessary for the subsequent choice of rational etiotropic treatment.
It aims to destroy the pathogen.
Other factors can also cause the development of chronic prostatitis.
Stagnation of blood in the pelvis leads to insufficient oxygen exchange in organic tissues.
This affects their regeneration and resistance to infections.
A general decrease in the protective function of the body causes the development of inflammation.
Lack of physical activity has a detrimental effect on human health and leads to a decrease in the body's defenses.
Factors that lead to the development of chronic prostatitis include problems in the patient's intimate life.
This includes interruption of sexual intercourse without ejaculation, irregular sex life and a long period of abstinence.
The consequences of injuries often affect the condition of the genitals.
Overwork and stressful situations can, along with other reasons, cause prostate problems.
Drinking alcohol and smoking in large quantities lead to disruption of the functioning of the reproductive system in men.
Classification of prostatitis
There are three types of diseases:
- Bacterial;
- Non-bacterial;
- Prostatodynia.
The first type is characterized by the identification of microorganisms in waste.
To treat this variety, antibacterial drugs are necessary.
Nonbacterial is a condition in which there are no bacteria in the gland's secretion.
Prostatodynia is a process in which the patient has complaints characteristic of prostatitis, but there are no abnormalities in the analysis of prostatic secretions.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis with concomitant pathology
Patients with prostate problems often have other problems.
These can be cardiovascular diseases, diseases of the respiratory and digestive systems.
For these patients, the treatment regimen will be different.
In order to correctly adjust the treatment, it is necessary to carry out an appropriate diagnosis.
For consultation in such cases, narrow specialists may be involved.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis in young people
Before the age of 30, the cause of prostatitis will often be an infectious agent.
This is due to the lifestyle of young people.
Untimely treatment of bacterial and viral infections has an impact.
Sexual promiscuity, poor hygiene and a sedentary lifestyle play a role.
Patients rarely consult a doctor at the first signs of the disease.
The disease progresses and becomes chronic.
Attention should be paid to these issues and the risk of their impact minimized.
For preventive purposes, an annual examination is recommended.
Treatment of obesity
The problem of extra pounds can have a negative impact on a man's internal organs.
High levels of cholesterol, blood pressure and glucose lead to metabolic disorders.
Lack of constant physical activity causes stagnation of blood in the pelvic organs and contributes to the development of inflammation.
Timely weight loss and prevention can have a beneficial effect on overall health.