Prostatitis is a common and dangerous disease that occurs with an inflammatory process in the prostate gland. Most often, the disease develops as a result of impaired blood circulation or infection. According to medical statistics, prostatitis in recent years is increasingly diagnosed in men of working age. The disease is accompanied by painful sensations during urination and ejaculation. Manifestations of the disease negatively affect the quality of life of a man. Prostatitis is dangerous for its consequences. In the absence of timely treatment, the disease acquires a chronic course, which is difficult to treat. Prostatitis requires complex treatment. Consider effective treatments for prostatitis.
Basic therapeutic methods
If unpleasant symptoms of the disease appear, a man should, without delay, consult a doctor for a timely diagnosis of the disease. Based on the results of the examination, the doctor prescribes treatment.
In this case, the doctor takes into account the following factors:
- the degree and form of the disease;
- the presence of complications;
- the duration of the course of the disease;
- individual characteristics.
It should be remembered that only complex treatment will help overcome prostatitis. Therefore, it is important to strictly adhere to all prescriptions and recommendations of the doctor.
The goal of treatment for prostatitis is to relieve inflammation of the prostate.
All therapeutic methods used to combat the disease are divided into conservative and operational.
Conservative methods include:
- drug therapy;
- take vitamin complexes and means to normalize the immune system;
- physiotherapy;
- physiotherapy exercises;
- massage;
- Spa treatment;
- hirudotherapy;
- mud therapy;
- traditional methods of treatment.
Surgical methods are prescribed in advanced situations when scar tissue has formed on the gland and is unable to perform its daily functions. During surgery, as a rule, the affected tissue is removed.
Drug therapy
The method of treating prostatitis involves taking antibiotics, alpha blockers, pain relievers and other drugs. Consider other effective modern means of treating prostatitis.
Antibiotic therapy
Prostatitis is often bacterial in nature. Therefore, the doctor prescribes antibacterial drugs for the treatment. This group of drugs provides effective treatment for acute and chronic prostatitis. The pharmaceutical industry offers a wide range of antibacterial drugs to help fight disease.
As a rule, the doctor prescribes the following groups of antibiotics for treatment:
- Fluoroquinolones.
- Aminoglycosides.
- Tetracyclines.
- Cephalosporins.
- Penicillins.
- Macrolides.
For the treatment of acute prostatitis, intravenous antibiotics (generation III cephalosporins or fluoroquinolones) are usually prescribed. When the fever subsides, additional treatment is continued with oral antibacterial agents. The duration of admission is on average 6 weeks.
For chronic prostatitis, fluoroquinolones are commonly used. These drugs easily enter the prostate and are effective against most Gram-negative bacteria, chlamydia, ureaplasma. Tetracyclines are effective when chlamydial infection is suspected.
For the treatment of abscesses and chronic prostatitis, caused by infection with Proteus or Pseudomonas aeruginosa, sulfonamides are prescribed.
To cure viruses that have penetrated deep inside, tablets and injections of macrolides are prescribed. If prostatitis occurred as a result of the penetration of several pathogens or the tests did not help determine the type of pathogen, drugs from the group of aminoglycosides are prescribed. However, due to the long list of side effects, these drugs are often not prescribed.
With prolonged use of antibiotics, you need to support the body with ascorbic and folic acid, as well as B vitamins.
It is important to remember that the entire course of antibiotic therapy must be completed in order to achieve effective results and prevent relapses.
Before prescribing an antibiotic, the doctor determines the root cause of the development of the disease. Antibacterial drugs are effective only against bacterial prostatitis. If the disease is due to impaired blood circulation, antibiotic therapy may harm the patient.
Alpha blockers
These drugs are prescribed to relieve tension in the muscles of the bladder and urinary tract in chronic prostatitis.
Treatment with these agents results in less swelling and relief of pain.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
These drugs are actually prescribed for the treatment of the acute form of the disease. They relieve pain and inflammation, cause swelling to decrease, and improve secretion.
Medicines are prescribed in the form of tablets, powders or rectal suppositories.
Angioprotectors
The drugs improve the functioning of the capillaries of the prostate, blood circulation and the supply of oxygen to the affected organs, eliminating stagnant processes.
5-alpha reductase inhibitors
One of the effective representatives of this group of drugs is a drug that reduces the size of the prostate, relieves swelling of tissues, reduces pain and restores urine output.
Immunomodulatory drugs
To normalize immunity, the doctor usually prescribes immunomodulatory drugs.
Drugs for the treatment of secondary immune deficiencies may also be prescribed.
Hormonal therapy
In some situations, the inflammatory process is accompanied by erectile dysfunction. To restore the functioning of the organs of the endocrine system, as well as to restore an erection, the doctor prescribes hormonal therapy.
The use of suppositories
Rectal suppositories are effective for the treatment of acute and chronic prostatitis.
List of common remedies:
- Ichthyol candles. They have a disinfectant effect, normalize blood circulation, relieve pain.
- Suppositories with prostate extract. They relieve inflammation and edema, relieve congestion and prevent blood clots from forming.
- Candles with belladonna. Relieves pain and inflammation.
- Suppositories for the regeneration of cellular tissues. The use of such suppositories quickly restores the work of the prostate.
Physiotherapy procedures
Physiotherapeutic treatment methods have also proven their worth. Physiotherapy consists of various techniques which have recently been used with success to combat the disease. The doctor selects the type of procedure individually. The course of treatment has a positive effect not only on the prostate, but also on the whole body.
Physiotherapy procedures for prostatitis can achieve the following results:
- improve microcirculation in prostate tissue;
- increase the accumulation of medicinal substances in the gland;
- reduce painful sensations;
- improve the quality of urination;
- suppress the inflammatory process;
- improve power.
There are several methods of physiotherapy:
- Electrophoresis. The affected area is exposed to direct current with medication.
- Ultrasound. It is considered one of the most effective therapeutic methods. The gland is influenced by ultrasonic waves. The procedure is completely painless.
- Magnetotherapy.
- Magnetic laser induction therapy. The prostate is intricately treated with a magnet and a laser. The procedure improves blood circulation, speeds up the healing process of affected tissue, and relieves pain.
- Laser therapy.
- Microwave microwave therapy.
- Ozone therapy.
- Vacuum therapy.
- Cryodestruction. The affected tissue is removed using liquid nitrogen.
And also used for the treatment of prostatitis:
- balloon dilation. The urinary tract is expanded mechanically using a catheter having an inflatable balloon at the end;
- stenting. The procedure also proceeds to the expansion of the urethra. However, in this situation, a stent is inserted. The latter is in the form of a cylindrical frame and made of polymer material.
Physiotherapy methods are usually prescribed in conjunction with drug therapy to improve treatment results. Such procedures are well tolerated and have no side effects. Side effects can occur with individual intolerance.
Magnetotherapy
A magnetic field is applied to the prostate through the skin. At the same time, the nutrition of prostate cells is improved, its protective properties are activated, and the removal of toxins from the tissues of the gland is accelerated. Magnetotherapy activates blood circulation and improves absorption of drugs.
Microwave microwave therapy
The affected prostate is directly exposed to microwave electric waves. As a result, the temperature rises in the heated area, the blood vessels dilate, and the blood flow accelerates.
In addition, as a result of an increase in temperature, there is a decrease in smooth muscle spasms. As a result, the man improved the drainage of secretions from the prostate and pain relief.
Laser therapy
During the procedure, the prostate tissue is irradiated with a low intensity laser beam. This method thins the blood, speeds up the flow of secretions and prevents the formation of microthrombi.
And also the laser treatment increases the protective functions of the body and promotes tissue regeneration. Laser therapy is prescribed as a treatment for chronic prostatitis.
Vacuum therapy
A special medical device is installed on the penis, under the influence of which blood flows into the penis and an erection occurs. It is recommended to combine vacuum therapy with laser therapy. During an erection, a laser beam is directed into the penis. The latter helps to increase blood flow.
Ozone therapy
For treatment, a special liquid enriched with ozone is injected into the urethra. Typically, saline solution is used for the procedure. Ozone therapy restores the normal functioning of the prostate, has a bactericidal effect, promotes the restoration of damaged cells, and is considered one of the modern methods of treating prostatitis.
For the effectiveness of the procedure, it should be carried out every day. The duration of the therapeutic course depends on the stage of development of the disease and is 6-10 manipulations.
Home treatment
Physiotherapy procedures are usually performed in a hospital setting. However, there are devices that allow you to perform treatment at home. One of these devices is a device, among the advantages of which the durability and ease of use should be noted. With the help of the device, the tissue of the gland is exposed to a magnetic field, heat and massage are performed.
The procedure takes around 10 to 12 minutes and is completely painless. For treatment, the tip of the device, previously dressed in a condom, is inserted into the rectum. After the procedure, the tip is wiped off with alcohol. The duration of therapy is 15 sessions.
Use of the device is contraindicated in the following situations:
- in the acute stage of the disease;
- with intestinal bleeding;
- in the presence of stones in the prostate;
- in the presence of cracks in the rectum and exacerbation of hemorrhoids;
- men with genitourinary tuberculosis;
- with malignant neoplasms;
- with diarrhea;
- in a feverish state.
Before starting physical therapy, a man should be tested for the level of PSA in the blood and undergo a transrectal ultrasound of the prostate. Such diagnoses will allow to exclude oncology. If necessary, your doctor may order an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging).
Physiotherapy methods are not prescribed for the treatment of calculous prostatitis, in the presence of calcifications.
Massage
The procedure eliminates stagnant processes in the prostate, helps to remove toxins formed as a result of inflammatory processes.
Contraindications to massage:
- acute phase of the disease;
- adenoma;
- Malignant neoplasms;
- prostatolithiasis - the presence of stones in the prostate;
- tuberculosis.
The massage is performed by a doctor. The patient adopts the knee-elbow position to maximize relaxation of the pelvic muscles. The doctor inserts a finger into the anus and massages the prostate. The course usually consists of 10 massages.
This procedure promotes secretion from the gland, activates blood circulation, increases resistance to infections, and speeds up recovery of damaged tissue.
Recently, prostate massage has been rarely prescribed as medicine evolves and new, more effective methods of treatment have been developed.
Physiotherapy
Very often prostatitis is formed due to poor blood supply to the muscles of the gland.
To normalize the blood microcirculation, deep squats are considered effective. You must squat with your arms raised. You should perform this exercise at least 100 times, 3 sets per week.
The following exercises are also effective:
- Seated scissors. Perform the exercise 20 times with each leg.
- Lift straight legs while lying on your stomach. Repeat 20 times.
- Lie on your back and put your knees bent at the knees so that the knees are on the face. Wrap your arms around your legs and lie there for up to 20 minutes.
- In the morning, massage the perineum for about 5 minutes.
The above exercises, as well as the squats, will help you cure the disease for free.
Sanitary treatment
Patients are referred to the sanatorium in case of prolonged remission. All over the world there are sanatoriums that treat prostatitis, improve erectile dysfunction, and improve health.
As a rule, the following procedures are prescribed for treatment:
- drink mineral water;
- physiotherapy exercises;
- various methods of physiotherapy;
- hirudotherapy;
- mud therapy;
- balneotherapy.
Clean air, a calm atmosphere and a warm climate have a positive effect on the condition of the prostate.
Surgery
The main indications for surgery:
- sclerosis of the prostate;
- sclerosis of the bladder neck;
- gland stones;
- sclerosis of the seed tuber.
The main surgical methods used to combat prostatitis are shown in the table.
| Method name | brief description |
| Transurethral resection | The operation is performed with a resectoscope, therefore, with this procedure the risk of complications is minimal. During surgery, to relieve pressure on the urethra, the surgeon removes part of the glandular tissue or all of the prostate. Allows you to get rid of unpleasant manifestations of the disease - pain and nocturia. |
| Adenectomy (prostatectomy) | Open abdominal surgery, in which the prostate is removed using surgical instruments. It is characterized by a longer rehabilitation period. |
The operations are performed under general anesthesia.
Traditional methods
Using traditional methods to treat the disease can improve metabolic processes in the prostate.
Healing decoctions, infusions and tinctures are prepared from various medicinal plants. And also medicinal plants can be added to the baths.
The following recipes are considered the most effective:
- A decoction of licorice roots. To prepare 20 g of raw materials, mix with 200 ml of boiling water. Boil the mixture for about 20 minutes. Consume 1 tbsp. spoon. 4 times a day. The duration of treatment is 10 days. Effective for exacerbations of the disease.
- Red root infusion. Prepare the infusion in a thermos. For the preparation, pour 25 g of raw materials with 1 liter of water. The mixture is infused for an hour. Drink 100 ml of hot drink instead of tea. Take the product before meals. The number of appointments per day is 3 times.
- A decoction of the marshmallow roots. It should be diluted with 2 tbsp. tablespoons of chopped roots with a glass of boiling water. Boil for half an hour. Drink 50 ml of the drug, the number of doses per day - 3 times. The duration of treatment is 15 days.
- Honey. Contraindicated in people with diabetes mellitus and honey allergy. You will need about 10 kg of honey from natural flowers or linden. It is recommended to add 100-200g of honey every day instead of sugar to tea. After a while, the deurination will normalize, the pain will go away. After recovery, honey is recommended for prophylaxis.
- Honey with celandine. 100 g of dried herbs are mixed with 0, 7 ml of boiling water. Cook the mixture for about 15 minutes. Then let the broth cool slightly and filter. Add 500 ml of honey to the drink. Store the product in a glass container in the refrigerator. Drink 1 tbsp. spoon 3 times a day. Take the medicine before meals. During the period of treatment with celandine with honey, it is forbidden to drink alcoholic beverages and take medication. In the complex, you need to consume 200 ml of oat broth 3 times a day.
- Pumpkin seeds. They contain zinc, which is very necessary for every man. It is recommended to consume 30 seeds per day before meals. And also the raw seeds are crushed in a meat grinder and mixed with 0, 2 liters of honey. Stir the mixture well and form small balls. These are kept in the refrigerator. Consume 1 scoop 1 to 2 times a day, half an hour before meals. The ball should be chewed for a few minutes and not swallowed whole.
- Hazelnut infusion. The bark or leaves will do. 1 tbsp. l. brew the raw materials in 0, 2 liters of boiling water. Cover the container with a lid and let steep for 30 minutes. Then filter the drink and drink 50 ml 4 times a day.
The above methods will help achieve long-term remission or fully recover from the disease. The main thing is to adhere to the recommendations and dosage.
What other methods are used to treat prostatitis?
For the treatment of prostatitis, the following additional non-traditional methods are also used effectively:
- Injection of stem cells. The latter, getting into the affected area of the gland, divide intensely and replace damaged cells. This method is prescribed for chronic prostatitis.
- Acupuncture. Therapy is carried out by activating special points. As a result, blood circulation improves.
- Hirudotherapy. The method uses leeches. With the help of hirudotherapy, the swelling of the gland is eliminated, blood circulation is improved.
- Chinese plaster. It activates blood circulation, relieves inflammation, improves libido, restores an erection and prevents prostate enlargement.
- Japanese drugs. They relieve unpleasant manifestations of the disease and prevent possible complications.
In addition to the positive feedback on the forums, herbal medicine and homeopathy are leaving.
The most common herbal preparations are:
- preparations based on extract of the American palm Sabal. The funds are characterized by anti-edema and anti-inflammatory effects;
- preparations with extract of African plum. Means inhibit sclerotic and scar changes in the gland.
Prostatitis is considered a dangerous disease. Lack of timely therapy can lead to irreversible consequences. Based on the results of the diagnosis, the doctor will select an individually effective and price-appropriate treatment regimen. Complex therapy will allow you to quickly overcome the disease.