According to statistics, about a third of men after the age of thirty suffer from prostatitis, and almost half after fifty.
Maybe the real situation is a bit different, because there is asymptomatic prostatitis (chronic form). Another problem is that many people are simply shy or afraid to report their symptoms to a doctor.
The prostate gland is a very important organ of the male body: it is responsible for creating a special secretion that mixes with the semen and maintains normal and healthy sperm activity, 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 urethral discharge (usually in the morning), resembling white flakes in appearance.
Below you will learn about the symptoms of prostate inflammation in men.
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How does prostatitis manifest in men? The first signs of prostate inflammation in men are frequent urination.
The urge to urinate increases day and night. The process of urination is accompanied by painful sensations ("as if cutting") in the lower abdomen. The painful feeling can become chronic and manifest not only during urination. Frequent urination together with painful sensations often indicates chronic prostatitis.
Manifestations of prostatitis in men include a feeling of constant bladder fullness.
After the act is over, the feeling remains that the bladder is still full. It increases irritability and self-doubt. It can occur in both forms of disease development. It requires seeking medical help, because the extreme development of this symptom is urinary retention in prostatitis.
Blood in the urine with prostatitis is a rare symptom. May indicate:
- development of purulent and inflammatory processes;
- for trauma;
- for prostatitis with complication - hyperplasia (separate disease, characterized by an increase in the number of structural elements of the tissue, excessive cell formation, treated separately).
Increased fatigue is a consequence of the disease. First, in the absence of treatment, the body compensates for the disease on its own, which is reflected in mental resources.
Increased irritability and fatigue are possible, as well as depressive conditions.
It more 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 "subsides", the duration of sexual intercourse is noticeably reduced. Spontaneous morning erections also disappear. It is an indirect sign, more often indicating a chronic form.
Difficulty during stool - painful sensations in the rectum during stool, discharge of pus are possible. It speaks of an acute form.
Excessive sweating indicates a chronic form of the disease. Sweating can often be noticed in the perineal region. It can go “along” with emotional disorders (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 prostate inflammation in men.
Acute form
How prostatitis manifests in men - symptoms:
- Feeling of general weakness and severe weakness.
- Body temperature is one of the symptoms of prostatitis, followed by headaches.
- Symptoms of pain in prostatitis (perineum), which is intensified by urination and bowel movements.
- Frequent urges to go to the toilet, which does not bring pleasure - the bladder does not empty completely.
- This, in turn, increases irritability and nervous irritability. In clinical cases, acute urinary retention may develop.
Chronic form
The course is, as a rule, asymptomatic, the person practically does not submit 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 prevalence, is considered "shameful".
A person who feels general weakness, urination problems, may simply “not notice” these symptoms and not attach due importance to them.
PSA levels may be elevated in chronic prostatitis, but not always. There are many cases when analyzes 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 manifests itself as a mild form of acute inflammation of the prostate, ie the development of inflammation after the entry of bacteria into the prostate into certain glands, for example through the urethra.
Since chronic prostatitis is a rather slow disease, the immune system resists the onset of the acute inflammatory process.
Due to the fact that the inflammation is not completely cured, a constant inflammatory process remains in the prostate, which turns into a chronic form and thus can cause the formation of scars in the prostate at the site of inflammation.
Larger scars can lead to prostate 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 urge to urinate.
- Erectile dysfunction.
Clinical presentation and development
Signs of prostatitis in men indicate an urgent need to see a doctor. Which doctor should I contact for prostatitis? Read more here.
The course of the inflammatory process leads to narrowing of the urethral lumen and irritation of nerve endings, which is expressed by violation of the urination process (as you know, this often happens at night several times a night, urination is done "in small meals", no feeling of pleasure, is completely empty).
Inflammation of the prostate, if started on 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 events talk about?
Sexual dysfunction as a separate symptom or together with sweating can be a symptom of a nervous disorder. For example, chronic stress.
Some of our diseases are really from nerves.
Sexual dysfunction, by the way, usually has a nervous 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 nervous basis, then it should be borne in mind that, in this case, there will be no inflammation or fever, nor will a discharge be noticed.
Diagnosis should begin with a physician. You should definitely start a trip to a psychologist when sexual dysfunction is the only symptom (even then you may be advised to sign up for the necessary tests and see a doctor).
An unambiguous diagnosis can only be made by a doctor after examination and taking the necessary tests. First of all, 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, stains. And for each disease can be established its own drug treatment program (for example, a course of antibiotics).
Who should I contact?
How to check prostatitis? Examination should begin with a urologist and andrologist.
During recovery activities (after the main treatment), a visit to a physiotherapist, physiotherapist and psychologist is recommended to normalize the patient's state of consciousness.
You should listen carefully to the recommendations of experts, if treatment is prescribed, strictly follow it. Remember to take preventive measures that will be appropriate after the end of treatment.
Conclusion
Now you know what the symptoms of prostatitis are in men. It is recommended to avoid hypothermia, try not to get carried away with spicy and fried foods, alcohol and smoking, and lead a regular sexual life. Don't forget to prevent sexually transmitted diseases (first of all, you should be protected).
Follow your doctor's recommendations. Try to lead, if not a healthy lifestyle, then at least not harmful, do not abuse harmful substances (smoking, alcohol). Do not hesitate to report your complaints to your doctor. If your loved one is sick, give them emotional support.