Causes, symptoms and types of prostatitis

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The prostate gland occurs only in men and is located in the lower part of the bladder. Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland.

The prostate gland is often referred to as the “second heart” of men because the prostate gland performs many necessary functions in the body.

Prostate function

1. Produces fluid that forms part of sperm;

2. Converts testosterone to its active form - dihydrotestosterone;

3. The bladder forms an internal sphincter along with the neck muscles, which in turn controls the urination process.

4. Participates in the creation of the feeling of orgasm.

The first signs of prostatitis

Symptoms of prostatitis: frequent urination, irritability and pain when urinating, difficulty urination, feeling of complete emptying of the bladder after urination, pain in the lumbar region, under the buttocks and navel.

When does prostatitis start?

Prostatitis in one form or another occurs in more than half of men over the age of 30 years. Prostatitis can also occur in young men aged 18–20 years.

Causes of prostatitis:

• Being in a chronic cold, being an aunt;
• Prolonged and chronic urination;
• Sexual dysfunction (prolonged sexual abstinence, irregular sexual life);
• Having unprotected sex with unfamiliar women;
• Inactive lifestyle, impaired blood and lymph flow in the lower pelvic organs;
• Infectious diseases;
• Smoking and alcohol;
• Injuries;
• Hormonal disorders;
• Immune dysfunction;

Types of prostatitis:

Bacterial prostatitis - microorganisms that cause diseases of the prostate gland: Escherichia coli, Escherichia coli, Proteus, Klebsella, Staphylococcus aureus.

Most of these bacteria are normal microflora of the human body that live in the gut and skin.

These bacteria can cause inflammation when they enter the prostate tissue. Often, these bacteria can enter the prostate gland through the bladder and urinary tract, and from the intestines through the blood vessels.

Symptoms of bacterial prostatitis:

• Fever and chills;
• Pain in the lower back, buttocks, gums;
• Pain in urination, irritability, frequent urination, feeling of emptying after urination of the bladder;
• Painful ejaculation
• Decreased lust;
• Decreased erection quality;

If you have any of these symptoms, be sure to see an andrologist. Acute prostatitis needs prompt diagnosis and treatment.

Chronic prostatitis is usually a complication of acute prostatitis.

More chronic prostatitis can be caused by urinary tract catheterization, infections in other organs, and injury to the urinary and genital organs.

Symptoms of chronic prostatitis:

• frequent urination;
• irritability and pain when urinating;
• pain in the abdomen and pelvis;
• increased urination at night;
• difficulty urinating;
• presence of blood in sperm;
• painful ejaculation;
•  slight increase in body temperature;

Symptoms of chronic prostatitis develop slowly. The onset of the disease alternates with a period of decline and transition to sleep. It is important not to delay going to an andrologist. Chronic prostatitis requires complex and qualified treatment.

The causes of chronic bacterial prostatitis are several:

• Carrying a heavy load when the bladder is full of urine (urine can enter the prostate gland);
• Spasm of the pelvic muscles, resulting in increased pressure in the prostate gland;
• Anatomical abnormalities in the urinary tract, such as narrowing of the urethra;
• Persistent injury of the prostate gland;

The symptoms of chronic and bacterial prostatitis are similar. These prostatitis can only be differentiated in laboratory tests.

Attention!

The symptoms of prostatitis are similar to those of such dangerous diseases as cystitis, bladder cancer, and prostate cancer.

It is necessary to go to the appointment of an andrologist specialist in time to make a timely diagnosis and perform the necessary procedures.

The most necessary!

Prostatitis can be caused by an infection. But inactivity and harmful habits can also be the cause.

Going to an andrologist on time is an opportunity to make a clear and accurate diagnosis and to choose the right treatment for the unpleasant symptoms associated with frequent urination, pain and difficulties in sexual life, and to eliminate these discomforts. will give.