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.
Lack of such treatment can lead to the development of various dysfunctions and complications, including male infertility.
Causes of chronic prostatitis Various pathogenic (disease-causing) microorganisms, with their long course, lead to the development of an inflammatory reaction.
There are 2 main groups of pathogens causing 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 in the structures of the male urogenital tract (Chlamydia, Ureaplasma, Trichomonas).
For the subsequent selection of rational etiotropic therapy, knowledge of the cause of the development of a chronic inflammatory process of the prostate is necessary.
The aim is to destroy the pathogenic agent.
Other factors can also cause the development of chronic prostatitis.
Blood stagnation in the pelvis leads to insufficient oxygen exchange in the organ tissue.
This affects their regeneration and resistance to infection.
A general decrease in the body's protective function leads to the development of inflammation.
Lack of physical activity has a detrimental effect on human health and leads to a weakening of the body's defenses.
The factors leading to the development of chronic prostatitis include problems in the patient's intimate life.
These include interruption of sexual intercourse without ejaculation, an irregular sex life and a long period of abstinence.
The consequences of injuries often affect the condition of the genital organs.
Overwork and stressful situations, along with other reasons, can cause prostate problems.
Alcohol consumption and smoking in large quantities lead to dysfunction of the reproductive system in men.
Classification of prostatitis
There are three types of diseases:
- Bacteria;
- Non-bacterial;
- Prostatodynia.
The first type is characterized by the identification of microorganisms in the discharge.
Antibacterial drugs are needed to treat this variety.
Nonbacterial is a condition in which there are no bacteria in the secretion of the gland.
Prostatodynia is a process in which the patient presents with symptoms characteristic of prostatitis, but analysis of prostatic secretions reveals no abnormalities.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis with accompanying pathology
Patients with prostate problems often also have other problems.
These can be cardiovascular diseases, diseases of the respiratory tract and digestive system.
For such patients, the treatment regimen will be different.
In order to properly adjust the treatment, appropriate diagnostics are necessary.
In such cases, narrow specialists can be called in to provide advice.
Treatment of chronic prostatitis in young people
Under 30 years of age, the cause of prostatitis is often an infectious agent.
This is due to the lifestyle of young people.
Treating bacterial and viral infections early has an impact.
Promiscuous sex life, neglect of hygiene and a sedentary lifestyle play a role.
Patients rarely see a doctor at the first signs of illness.
The disease progresses and becomes chronic.
It is worth paying attention to these problems and minimizing the risk of their impact.
An annual examination is recommended for prevention.
Obesity treatment
The problem with extra pounds can negatively affect a man's internal organs.
Elevated cholesterol, blood pressure and glucose levels lead to metabolic disorders.
Lack of constant physical activity leads to stagnation of blood in the pelvic organs and contributes to the development of inflammation.
Timely weight loss and prevention can have a positive impact on overall health.