According to statistics, after the age of thirty, about one-third of men suffer from prostatitis, and almost half after fifty.
Perhaps the actual situation is somewhat different as there is asymptomatic prostatitis (chronic form). The other problem is that many people are simply shy or afraid to report their symptoms to the doctor.
The prostate gland is a very important organ in the male body: it is responsible for producing a special secret that mixes with sperm and maintains normal and healthy sperm activity and the sperm's resistance to negative facts and conditions.
Symptoms of prostatitis in men
What are the symptoms of prostatitis in men? Common signs of prostatitis in men:
- Potency problems.
- Development of neurological diseases.
- Feeling sick.
- Pain in the perineum, groin, and pubic area is short-lived and resolves rapidly.
- The presence of urethral secretions (most often in the morning) is reminiscent of white-looking white flakes.
Below you can learn about the symptoms of prostatitis in men.
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How does prostatitis manifest in men? The first signs of inflammation of the prostate in men are frequent urination.
Urination increases day and night. The process of urination is accompanied by painful feelings ("as if cutting") in the lower abdomen. The painful feeling can become chronic and not just manifest while urinating. Frequent urination and painful sensations often indicate chronic prostatitis.
Manifestation of prostatitis in men involves a constant feeling of fullness in the bladder.
After the act is complete, the feeling remains that the bladder is still full. Increases irritability and self-confidence. It can occur in both forms of the disease. He needs medical help because the ultimate development of this symptom is urinary retention of prostatitis.
Blood in the urine associated with prostatitis is a rare symptom. You can show:
development of purulent and inflammatory processes- ;
- in case of trauma;
- In case of complicated prostatitis - hyperplasia (a separate disease characterized by an increase in the number of tissue structural elements, excessive cell formation, treated separately).
Increased fatigue is a consequence of illness. First, in the absence of treatment, the body alone compensates for the disease, which is reflected in mental resources.
Increased irritability and fatigue, as well as depressive states, are also possible.
More often it develops in a chronic form.
Painful feelings in the perineum and scrotum.
Increases if left untreated. It develops in both chronic and acute forms.
Sexual dysfunction. The erection deteriorates and "subsides", the duration of sexual intercourse is noticeably reduced. A spontaneous morning erection also disappears. Indirect sign, more often indicating a chronic form.
Difficulty with bowel movements - painful sensations in the rectum during bowel movements, discharge of pus is possible. He talks about acute form.
Excessive sweating indicates a chronic form of the disease. Sweating is common in the perineal region. This can be accompanied by emotional disturbances (a consequence of anxiety and psychogenic factors).
Constipation with prostatitis is also a symptom. How to recognize prostatitis? If you find similar symptoms, it is better to contact a specialist who will make the correct diagnosis.
Consider acute and chronic prostatitis and signs of prostatitis in men.
Acute form
How prostatitis affects men - symptoms:
- General weakness and feeling unwell.
- Body temperature is a symptom of prostatitis, followed by a headache.
- Symptoms of pain in inflammation of the prostate (perineum), which increases with urination and bowel movements.
- Frequent desire for the toilet, which does not cause satisfaction - the bladder is not completely emptied.
- This in turn increases irritability and nervous irritability. In clinical cases, acute urinary retention may occur.
Chronic form
The course is usually asymptomatic, with virtually no complaints (or no knowledge of).
Explicit signs of the disease are almost never seen.
If you do not understand the manifestations of prostatitis, the symptoms can be considered "shameful" despite the prevalence of the disease.
Anyone who feels general malaise or urinary problems simply “doesn’t notice” these symptoms and doesn’t attach enough importance to them.
Inchronic prostatitis, PSA levels may be elevated, but not always. There are a number of cases where analysis of men with chronic prostatitis shows PSA levels in the normal range. Chronic prostatitis is often not detected.
In the initial stage, prostatitis occurs in men as a mild form of acute inflammation of the prostate gland, that is, in the development of inflammation after bacteria enter the prostate through certain channels, such as the urethra.
Given that chronic prostatitis is a fairly slow disease, the immune system resists the acute inflammatory process.
Due to the fact that the inflammation does not completely heal, a constant inflammatory process remains in the prostate gland, which is transformed into a chronic form and thus can cause scarring in the prostate gland at the site of inflammation.
Larger scars can lead to prostate dysfunction. As with acute prostatitis, chronic prostatitis can be detected with the following symptoms:
Symptoms of prostatitis in men (chronic form):
- Squeezing and pain in the perineum and genitals.
- Painful ejaculation.
- Pain around the bladder.
- Pain and burning during or after urination.
- Drawing pain and pain in the lumbar region.
- Increased urination.
- Erectile dysfunction.
Clinical Demonstration and Development
Signs of prostatitis in men indicate that you need to see a doctor urgently. Which doctor should I see for prostatitis? You can read more here.
The course of the inflammatory process leads to narrowing of the urethral lumen and irritation of the nerve endings, which is expressed by violation of the urination process (as you know, this often happens several times a night, urination takes place in "small doses", no satisfaction, which bladder completelyempty).
Inflammation of the prostate gland, if started on time, does not lead to genital disorders. If the inflammatory process is sufficiently developed: libido is inhibited, infertility may develop, the risk of secondary urinary tract infections may increase, and chronic renal failure may develop.
What else can the manifestations talk about?
Sexual dysfunction may be a symptom of a nerve disorder as a separate symptom or in conjunction with sweating. For example, chronic stress.
Some of our diseases actually come from "nerves. "
Sexual dysfunction, by the way, most often has a neural basis and is caused by the psyche.
In this case, consultation with a psychologist or psychotherapist is required, usually for more than one.
Important to know: if we are talking about sexual dysfunction on a neural basis, it should be borne in mind that in this case there will be no inflammation or fever and there will be no exhaustion.
The diagnosis should be started by a doctor. You should definitely travel to a psychologist when sexual dysfunction is just one of the symptoms (and you may still be advised to check in for the necessary tests and see a doctor).
A clear diagnosis can only be made by a doctor after the examination and the necessary tests have been passed. First, the presence of secretions or inflammation speaks of sexually transmitted diseases.
All these diseases can be distinguished only by the results of clinical blood tests and smears. And for each disease, you can create your own medication treatment program (such as an antibiotic course).
Who should I contact?
How to control prostatitis? The examination should be started with a urologist and an andrologist.
During the healing activities (after the main treatment), it is recommended to visit a physiotherapist, physiotherapist and psychologist to normalize the patient's state of mind.
Listen carefully to the specialist's recommendations, and if treatment is prescribed, follow it strictly. Remember the preventive measures that will be appropriate after stopping treatment.
Conclusion
Now you know what the symptoms of prostatitis are in men. We recommend that you avoid hypothermia, try not to get caught with spicy and fried foods, alcohol and smoking, and have a regular sex life. Remember to prevent sexually transmitted diseases (it must be protected first).
Follow your doctor's recommendations. Try to drive, if you do not lead a healthy lifestyle, then at least not harmful, do not abuse harmful substances (smoking, alcohol). Feel free to report your complaints to your doctor. If your loved one is ill, provide emotional support.