Congestive prostatitis is a disease that occurs in the background of prostate dysfunction. The main reason for the development of the disease is congestion of the prostate. Similar pathology can develop in men of all ages. Recently, cases of detection of this disease in young people have become more frequent.
Reasons
The appearance of stagnation in the prostate always indicates the development of an inflammatory process that prevents the full functioning of the male prostate. The process of blood outflow becomes difficult, and the gland ceases to be completely emptied, resulting in stagnation of its secretion.
Very often this disease develops against the background of chronic prostatitis. Therefore, the patient may not be aware of the presence of stagnant processes in his body for a long time.
Prostate congestion can occur for a variety of reasons. This disease is usually non-bacterial and is manifested by the influence of the following factors:
- Lack of constant intimate life. Frequent arousals without subsequent ejaculation, inconsistent sexual contacts, incomplete ejaculation, frequent sex after prolonged abstinence can lead to the appearance of stagnant processes.
- Anatomical features. If a person does not have enough venous valves or weakness of the walls of the veins of the urogenital plexus.
- Spinal injuries, as well as diseases such as disc herniation or osteochondrosis. With physical damage to the spine, it is possible for a long-term spasm of the prostate veins to occur.
- Frequent hypothermia of the body, work in a room with active air conditioning, the presence of drafts, etc.
- Bad habits - smoking, alcohol abuse. As a result, the patient may experience paralysis of the small vessels of the genitourinary system.
- Chronic increase in pelvic temperature. This phenomenon can also be attributed to anatomical features.
- Frequent colitis and diarrhea.
- Eating problems, dehydration.
According to most experts, the main cause of stagnation lies in varicose veins of the lower extremities. In this case, there is a violation of the blood circulation of the pelvic organs, due to which the prostate begins to fill with blood.
Often the cause of the disease can be an inflammatory process localized in the pelvic organs or rectum. Also, the disease can be caused by hormonal disorders.
Various acute or chronic infections can also cause stagnant processes in the prostate. Penetration of the infection into the prostate is done through the urethra. Also, infection is possible through the rectum, through blood or lymph vessels.
Who is in danger
Constant inactive work is a direct path to standing prostatitis.
Despite the fact that this disease develops rapidly, it can be completely prevented if provoking factors are excluded from everyday life. At risk of developing stagnant processes in the prostate are:
- People with a sedentary lifestyle. First of all, we are talking about those people who work while sitting.
- Patients suffering from frequent constipation.
- People who eat irregularly and neglect healthy, nutritious foods.
- Smokers and people with severe alcohol addiction.
Symptoms
In most cases, this disease is characterized by an asymptomatic course, so it is almost impossible to determine its presence at home. The first sign of discomfort is the presence of pain in the perineal region. It usually gets worse with walking. However, the disease has certain symptoms, which should be discussed in more detail.
The main symptoms of congestive prostatitis are:
- Decreased potency and sex drive. Worsening of erection.
- Reducing the amount of seed, reducing its consistency.
- Frequent premature ejaculation.
- Decreased orgasm quality.
- Constant burning sensation in the urethra and bladder.
- Problems urinating, which is occasional and painful.
- There is painful pain in the groin that extends to the sacrum or inner thigh.
- There is constant burning and discomfort in the bladder and urethra.
Nonspecific symptoms of congestive prostatitis include general weakness, decreased performance, sleep disturbances, and general irritability.
Classification
Prostate congestion can currently be seen in the following types of prostatitis:
- Chronic.It usually develops in the absence of a regular sex life or its replacement by masturbation. Obesity, breakup, stress, poor blood supply, inactive lifestyle - all these factors ultimately lead to the development of chronic prostatitis. In chronic prostatitis, the ejaculate is usually secreted in the form of clots. Prostate massage or intercourse can improve the patient’s condition, but the effect will be short-lived.
- Vienna.It appears in the presence of pathologies of the venous system. If a patient is diagnosed with varicose diseases, which result in the accumulation of venous blood in the venous system of the pelvis, then stagnant processes can be localized in the prostate. The consequence is prostatitis.
- Overloaded.It occurs due to incomplete emptying of parts of the prostate, as a result of which it is constantly in a state of blood transfusion, which contributes to the development of inflammation. This form of prostatitis is most often seen in middle-aged men.
- Contagious.In this case, the cause of the disease is an infection that enters the prostate through the genitourinary system. If this occurs in the background of the course of cognitive prostatitis, then the inflammatory process increases and the general condition of the patient worsens.
Diagnostics
Echotomography of the prostate will help to accurately determine the picture of the disease.
Diagnostic measures must necessarily include palpation of the prostate, as well as examination of the posterior urethra. This is the basis for the diagnosis of prostatitis, allowing the specialist to determine whether the sensitivity is low or high. Also, the presence of the disease is evidenced by the publication of a scarce aseptic secret.
Further, if the doctor suspects the development of the disease, the patient is sent for prostate rheography. Patients tolerate this procedure well, which takes an average of about fifteen minutes. According to the results of rheography, it is possible to determine violations of venous outflow, to obtain basic information about the condition of blood vessels - their elasticity and integrity.
If blood flow to the glandular tissues is impaired, this indicates the presence of degenerative changes.
The following procedures are used to confirm the diagnosis and obtain additional information:
- Ultrasound of pelvic organs.
- Prostate echomography.
You can't do without laboratory diagnostic methods that include taking the following tests:
- Urine tests.Includes general urine analysis, triple study, and microflora culture. Pathogenic microflora, including chlamydia, are usually not detected during these analyzes.
- Blood tests.We are talking about thromboelastography and coagulogram.
- Analysis of ejaculate and prostate secretions.Most often, with congestive prostatitis, leukocytosis is not detected. However, the sample contains images of columnar and squamous epithelium.
Differences between congestive prostatitis and infectious
The disease is accompanied by frequent depression in men.
In the diagnostic phase, it is very important to distinguish the stagnant process from the infectious one. Otherwise, the treatment will be chosen incorrectly, which can lead to some complications. Therefore, the specialist should pay attention to the following symptoms:
- Problems urinating - usually the patient urinates often in the morning. Further, his condition is improving.
- Painful and burning pains in the perineum, testicles.
- Fever with severe general fatigue.
- Depression and general anxiety.
- Erection problems and weak orgasms. Ejaculate quality usually deteriorates in patients, which can be detected during additional studies.
Initially, the doctor conducts palpation studies during which they detect certain changes in the prostate. We can discuss the following features:
- organ is enlarged;
- prostate contours are blurred;
- changed consistency;
- is increased sensitivity;
- smoothness of the middle sulcus contour was noted.
Important!In the presence of the above symptoms, the patient shows no signs of infection during laboratory tests.
The secretion of the prostate is characterized by a thick consistency that stands out in the form of bumps and clots. Similar changes were observed as a result of prostate massage. In some cases, the patient himself may notice the presence of lumps in the semen during ejaculation. This indicates the development of a stagnant process.
Treatment
Treatment of the disease includes complete smoking cessation.
Treatment of congestive prostatitis is determined based on the degree of its manifestation. Based on the results of a thorough diagnosis, the specialist determines the course of further treatment. As a rule, it assumes an integrated approach and consists of the following procedures:
- Drug therapy.In the treatment of stagnant processes in the prostate, the patient must take anti-inflammatory drugs. Your doctor may prescribe other medicines for your patient.
- Pain relieversmay be prescribed for pain relief. They are usually taken with blood thinners.
- Power mode.When stagnant prostatitis is detected, the patient goes on a strict diet that includes a limited intake of spicy and fatty foods. The key to a quick recovery is a balanced diet, when the patient's daily diet contains a large amount of fruits, vegetables, fermented dairy products and oils.
- Sexual mode.It is very important that the patient not only respects sexual hygiene, but also improves his intimate life. Regular sexual intercourse will normalize the work of the prostate and exclude the development of stagnant processes in the future.
- Stop bad habits.Many experts have no idea how congestive prostatitis can be treated by smoking or alcohol abuse. It is very important that the patient completely stops smoking and drinking alcohol, which can cause congestion. It is equally important to minimize negative factors such as hypothermia, physical overload, physical inactivity, etc.
- Physical activity.Most specialists prescribe special physiotherapy exercises to their patients. Such exercises are usually aimed at strengthening the abdominal muscles, improving breathing and toning the pelvic floor muscles.
- Vitamin therapy.This is a very important step in the treatment of congestive prostatitis. The patient's body must receive a whole range of nutrients. For that purpose, vitamin complexes are most often prescribed to patients with congestive prostatitis.
If the cause of the development of congestive prostatitis in men is insufficiency of the valves of the veins of the lower extremities, then it is subject to surgical intervention.
Prevention
In this case, the basis of preventive measures is activity. Moreover, it should manifest in both movement and sex. Experts say that to prevent stagnation, the prostate must function regularly. It can only provide ejaculation.
Moderate exercise, frequent walks and a normal diet will help prevent the development of this disease.