According to statistics, about one third of men after the age of thirty suffer from prostatitis and almost half after fifty.
Perhaps the real situation is somewhat different because there is an asymptomatic prostate (chronic form). Another 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 of the male body: it is responsible for producing a special secretion that mixes with sperm and maintains the normal and healthy activity of sperm, as well as 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 nervous disorders.
- Malaysia.
- Pain in the perineum, groin and pubic area is short-lived and passes quickly.
- Presence of discharge from urethra (most often in the morning), resembling white flakes in appearance.
Below you will learn about the symptoms of prostate inflammation in men.
More about each
How does prostatitis manifest in men? The first signs of prostate inflammation in men are frequent urination.
The desire to urinate increases night and day. The process of urination is accompanied by painful sensations ("like a cut") in the lower abdomen. The painful sensation can become chronic and appear not only during urination. Frequent urination along with painful sensations often indicate chronic prostatitis.
Manifestations of prostatitis in men include a feeling of constant fullness of the bladder.
After the act is over, the feeling remains that the bladder is still full. Increases nervousness and self-confidence. It can occur in both forms of disease development. Seek medical help, because the extreme development of this symptom is the retention of urine in the prostate.
Blood in the urine with prostate is a rare symptom. Can point to:
- development of purulent and inflammatory processes;
- for trauma;
- for prostate with complication - hyperplasia (a special disease, characterized by an increase in the number of structural elements of tissues, excess cell formation, treated separately).
Increased fatigue is a consequence of illness. First, in the absence of treatment, the body compensates for the disease on its own, which is reflected in mental resources.
Incredibly possible increase in nervousness and fatigue, as well as depressive conditions.
It most often develops in a chronic form.
Painful sensations in the perineum and scrotum.
Increases if left untreated. It develops in both chronic and acute forms.
Sexual dysfunction. Erection worsens and "calms down", the duration of sexual intercourse is significantly reduced. Spontaneous morning erection also disappears. It is an indirect sign, most often showing a chronic form.
Difficulty during bowel movements - painful sensations in the rectum during bowel movements, pus discharge are possible. It speaks of an acute form.
Excessive sweating indicates a chronic form of the disease. Sweating is often seen in the perineal region. It can go "along" with emotional distress (a consequence of anxiety and psychogenic factors).
Constipation constipation is also a symptom. How to recognize prostatitis? If you find similar symptoms, it is best to contact a specialist who will make the correct diagnosis.
Consider acute and chronic prostatitis and signs of prostate inflammation in men.
Acute form
How prostatitis manifests in men - symptoms:
- Feeling of general weakness and poor condition of the disease.
- Body temperature is one of the symptoms of prostatitis, headaches also follow.
- Symptoms of pain in the prostate (perineum), which increases with urination and bowel movements.
- Frequent urge to go to the toilet, which does not bring pleasure - the bladder does not empty completely.
- This, in turn, increases nervousness and nervousness. In clinical cases, acute urinary retention may develop.
Chronic form
The course, as a rule, is asymptomatic, a person practically does not file complaints (or may not be aware of them).
The pronounced signs of the disease are almost never noticed.
If you do not understand the manifestations of prostatitis, the symptoms, the disease, despite its spread, is considered "embarrassing".
A person who feels a general malaise, problems with urination, may simply "not notice" these symptoms and not give them due importance.
PSA levels may increase in chronic prostate inflammation, but not always. There are many cases where tests of men suffering from chronic prostatitis show PSA levels in the normal range. Chronic prostatitis is often undetected.
In the initial stage, prostatitis in men appears as a mild form of acute inflammation of the prostate gland, that is, the development of inflammation as bacteria enter the prostate gland through several channels, for example, through the urethra.
Because chronic prostatitis is a very slow disease, the immune system resists the onset of an acute inflammatory process.
Due to the fact that the inflammation is not completely healed, a continuous inflammatory process remains in the prostate gland, which becomes a chronic form and thus can cause the formation of lesions in the prostate gland at the site of inflammation.
Larger signs can lead to prostate gland dysfunction. As with acute prostatitis, chronic prostatitis can be detected by the following symptoms:
Symptoms of prostate inflammation in men (chronic form):
- Squeezing and pain in the perineum and genitals.
- Painful ejaculation.
- Pain in the bladder area.
- Pain and burning during or after urination.
- Drawing pain and feeling pain in the groin area.
- Increased desire to urinate.
- Erectile dysfunction.
Presentation and clinical development
Signs of prostatitis in men indicate an urgent need to see a doctor. Which doctor should I go to for prostate? Read more here.
The course of the inflammatory process leads to a narrowing of the lumen of the urethra and irritation of the nerve endings, which is expressed by a violation of the urination process (as you know, this often happens at night several times a night, urination is done "in partsmall ", there is no feeling of satisfaction, which the bladder is completely empty).
Inflammation of the prostate gland, if started in time, does not lead to disorders in the genital area. If the inflammatory process is sufficiently developed: libido is inhibited, infertility may develop, the risk of secondary urinary tract infections increases, and chronic renal failure may develop.
What else can the manifestations talk about?
Sexual dysfunction as a separate symptom or along with sweating can be a symptom of a nervous disorder. For example, chronic stress.
Some of our diseases really come from the nerves.
Sexual dysfunction, by the way, most often has a neural basis, and the reason lies in the psyche.
In this case, a consultation with a psychologist or psychotherapist is required, usually more than one.
It is important to know: if we are talking about sexual dysfunction on a nerve basis, then it should be borne in mind that, in this case, there will be no inflammation or fever and no discharge will be noticed.
Diagnosis should start with a doctor. Sure, you should start with a trip to a psychologist when sexual dysfunction is the only symptom (and even then, you may be advised to apply for the necessary tests and see a doctor).
A clear diagnosis can be made by a doctor only after examination and passing the necessary tests. First of all, the presence of discharge or inflammation speaks to sexually transmitted diseases.
All these diseases can be differentiated only by the results of clinical blood tests, slander. And for each disease, its own medication treatment program can be set (for example, a course of antibiotics).
Who should I contact?
How to check for prostate? The examination should begin with a urologist and andrologist.
During recovery activities (after the main treatment), it is recommended to visit a physiotherapist, physiotherapy specialist and psychologist to normalize the patient's mood.
You should listen carefully to the recommendations of a specialist, if medication is prescribed, follow it strictly. Do not forget about preventive measures that will be appropriate after the end of treatment.
Conclusion
Now you know what are the symptoms of prostatitis in men. It is recommended to avoid hypothermia, try not to take with spicy and fried foods, alcohol and smoking and have a regular sex life. Do not forget about the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases (first of all, you need to protect yourself).
Follow your doctor's recommendations. Try to lead, if not a healthy lifestyle, at least not harmful, do not abuse harmful substances (smoking, alcohol). Do not hesitate to report your complaints to your doctor. If your boyfriend is ill, provide emotional support.