Inflammation of the prostate

Prostatitis is a disease that statistically affects one in ten people. Pathology is mainly diagnosed at the age of 30-50 years.

Many men are embarrassed to talk to their doctor about the symptoms of prostatitis, which leads to the disease’s transition to a chronic form, complicates treatment, and becomes a problem with reproductive function. It is important to start therapy at an early stage in the pathological process.

About what anti-inflammatory drugs are prescribed for men and are considered the most effective.

What is prostatitis

Prostatitis is a disease characterized by an inflammatory process in the (seminal) gland of the prostate. The gland performs a number of important functions, one of which is the production of specific ejaculate secretions that protect and nourish sperm. The fluid contains enzymes, proteins, fats, hormones, without which the reproductive system will not be able to perform its function normally.

Another important function of the prostate is the liquefaction of sperm, making the sperm more mobile and more likely to reach its target.

When an inflammatory process begins in the prostate gland, its work is interrupted. In this case, the man feels the characteristic symptoms.

Causes and signs of inflammation of the prostate

The main source of prostatitis is the infiltration and stagnation of infection in the tissues of the nuclear gland. Bacteria and bacteria enter the prostate:

• urogenital organs;
• distant chronic foci of circulatory infection (caries, sinusitis, sinusitis, influenza, pneumonia, tonsillitis, furunculosis);
• nearby inflamed organs (inflamed rectum), etc.

Factors preventing the development of the disease:

• long abstinence from intercourse;
• wearing clothes too tight;
• alcoholism, smoking, drug addiction;
• frequent interruptions of intercourse;
• defective ejaculation;
• irregular sex life;
• hypodynamics;
• frequent constipation;
• conditions that suppress the immune system (stress, unhealthy diet, lack of sleep);
• single or permanent hypothermia;
• presence of chronic infections (bronchitis, tonsillitis, cholecystitis);
• strong sexual arousal followed by intercourse;
• delayed urological diseases (cystitis, urethritis);
• transmission of genital infections (gonorrhea, trichomoniasis).

Benign hyperplasia or prostate adenoma can also trigger the disease. In addition, perineal trauma is a predisposing factor in the development of prostatitis. These are often seen by bikers, motorists, cyclists, etc.

It should be noted that bacterial prostatitis is diagnosed 8 times less often than non-infectious. The main cause of the latter is stagnation of the gland. This causes difficulties in blood circulation through small blood vessels, edema of prostate tissue, increased oxidation of free radicals by lipids. All of these processes create the conditions for inflammation and severe pain in the perineum and genitals.

During exacerbation of prostatitis in men:

• increased urination;
• urine can cause blood contamination, pus; mental disorders - irritability, lack of sleep, anxiety;
• violation of the process of urination - can be difficult, painful;
• pain in the scrotum, rectum and penis;
• erectile dysfunction.

If it gets worse, your body temperature may rise slightly.

Pharmacological classes of prostatitis drugs

Drugs used to treat prostatitis belong to the following groups:

1. Antibacterial drugs for prostatitis (ciprofloxacin, azithromycin). They are prescribed to eliminate the pathogenic microflora. With the help of the active ingredients that make up the drugs, the pathogens that trigger the infectious process are killed. Antibiotics are taken in the acute stage and during the remission of the disease.
2. Alpha-blockers (tamsulosin). Doctors prescribe this class of drugs when it is necessary to improve urodynamics, facilitate the outflow of urine in a patient, and reduce the likelihood of the consequences of hyperplasia.
3. Anticonvulsants (drotaverine hydrochloride, papaverine, metamizole sodium). Such drugs for the treatment of prostatitis are prescribed for pain, to relax the smooth muscles of the prostate, to improve blood circulation.
4. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs with analgesic effect (Tolperisone hydrochloride, Nimesulide, Meloxicam, Diclofenac). Such drugs are prescribed for the treatment of prostatitis in case of pain, cramps, increased perineum muscle tone, urinary problems and inflammation.
5. Analgesics (metamizole sodium, Diclofenac). Relieves pain. Prescribed in the form of tablets, suppositories, injections.
6. Phytopreparations. Medicines contain only natural plant ingredients. Prescribed with drugs. It is designed to eliminate pain and inflammation, to relieve mental stress. They are prescribed in chronic form and as an exacerbation (in combination with other drugs).
7. Hormonal drugs for prostatitis (cyproterone acetate, Flutamide). Eliminate the inflammatory process, reduce swelling of the gland, normalize the urination process.

Essential medications for prostatitis and BPH

We then describe in more detail the drugs that doctors most often prescribe for prostatitis and that are most effective in fighting the disease.

Tamsulosin hydrochloride

Tamsulosin hydrochloride is a medicine prescribed to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (adenoma). It belongs to the group of alpha-blockers. It is available as capsules. The main active substance is tamsulosin hydrochloride. This ingredient helps reduce the sound of the smooth muscles of the prostate gland.

The drug is not used:

• in childhood;
• in severe hepatic insufficiency;
• with postural hypotension (pressure drop while standing).

Uncontrolled administration and non-compliance with contraindications can lead to the following side effects:

• dizziness;
• colds;
• accompanied by rash, itching and redness;
• asthenic syndrome;
• a sharp drop in blood pressure;
• strong heartbeat.

Frequency of use of the drug 1 time per day. Wash the capsule with plenty of water. The reception must be done in the morning before meals.

When taking the drug, especially in the first few days, those who work with complex mechanisms and drive a car should be careful.

Pumpkin seed oil

Herbal preparation. It is prescribed to treat and prevent prostatitis.

Due to its anti-inflammatory effect and improved microcirculation, the main drug restores prostate function. In addition, the ingredients that make up pumpkin seed oil are resistant to the production of the hormone dihydrotestosterone, which is responsible for prostate growth, improves kidney and liver function, and cleanses the intestines of toxins and toxins.

The drug should be used 3 times a day, 1 capsule after a meal. Wash the capsules with plenty of water. The course of treatment is 1 month.

Side effects are rare after taking this medicine. Basically, the reaction is observed from the gastrointestinal tract - nausea, abdominal pain, heartburn. If you take the medicine for a long time, stool problems may occur.

Contraindications include ulceration of the gastrointestinal mucosa in the exacerbation stage, cholelithiasis.

Preparation with the composition: pumpkin seed powder; goldenrod extract; poplar leaf extract; pumpkin globulin

The drug is used to treat chronic prostatitis, prostatic hyperplasia, along with impaired urination.

The drug is produced in tablets and is well tolerated by patients because of its herbal composition. Only occasionally can we experience allergic reactions to the constituent drugs.

The drug is taken three times a day, 2-4 tablets. The duration of therapy is 12 weeks.

Composition composition: pumpkin seed powder; selenium; zinc; citrus pectin; nettle extract; lycopene obtained from tomatoes; African palm fruit extract; African plum bark extract

The drug is a biologically active dietary supplement for men with prostate disease. Available in tablets.

It is necessary to take the medicine at the same time once a day with food and water. The recording period is 30 days. Anti-prostatitis drug is well tolerated by men and does not cause side effects. In isolated cases, patients have an allergic reaction to the components of the drug.

With herbal preparation: felt chondodendron, Canadian poplar, serrata saw

Herbal preparation prescribed for diseases of the prostate and urogenital system in men. The device eliminates pain, relieves inflammation, removes cramps.

The main indications for the use of this medicine are:

• benign prostatic hyperplasia;
• inflammatory diseases of the urogenital system;
• chronic and acute urinary retention;
• enuresis, pyelonephritis;
• renal colic;
• urolithiasis disease.

The anti-prostatitis drug is produced in the form of drops. You should take 5-15 drops at a time. Frequency of drug use three times a day. The duration of treatment depends on the pathological process, but should be at least 6 weeks. The medicine should be taken half an hour after or before a meal, slowly dissolving in the mouth.

Contraindications include individual intolerance to the components of the drug and children under 12 years of age. As for side effects, they rarely occur and only in the form of allergies.

How to choose medicine

The choice of drugs to treat prostatitis depends on the form of the disease. In case of exacerbation, antibiotics are prescribed first. The sooner you start taking antibacterial agents, the faster the symptoms disappear and the less likely the complications and the transition of the disease to the chronic stage.

If the disease is accompanied by pulling pains in the urogenital system, mental disorders in the form of irritability, anxiety, insomnia, sexual dysfunction. In this case, you should take medications that improve blood circulation, eliminate pain, inflammation, and mental problems. To this end, the following are appointed:

• analgesics;
• antispasmodics;
• NSAIDs;
• antibacterial drugs (with frequent exacerbations);
• immunomodulators;
• herbal sedatives.

In any case, only a doctor can prescribe medication for prostatitis after an examination. Self-medication can have serious consequences, one of which is infertility.