Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are diseases that are often diagnosed in men. Not surprisingly, the stronger sex is interested in their symptoms and other traits. Let's understand how these pathologies differ and how they are treated.
Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are diseases that are often diagnosed in men.
What is the difference between prostate adenoma and prostatitis?
There are actually enough differences.
They relate to the following factors:
- Time of onset of the disease.Prostate adenoma is usually diagnosed in men between the ages of 45-50, and prostatitis also afflicts younger members of the stronger sex.
- The first symptoms.As a rule, patients with prostatitis complain of discomfort (including quite pronounced pain), and with adenomas, urination disorders.
- Reasons.Prostatitis is an inflammatory process and can be triggered by infections of the genital tract, and prostate adenoma is an overgrowth of tissue due to various factors.
- Clinical picture.Acute prostatitis is often accompanied by chills and fever, and the adenoma passes without signs of infection.
- The nature of pain.Inflammation is characterized by acute pain in the groin, perineum, and rectum. The tumor may not appear in any way in the early stages. Even if the pain occurs, it is insignificant.
Both pathologies are characterized by sexual dysfunction.
Reasons for the development of prostatitis
The disease develops mainly under the influence of microorganisms that enter the prostate from various sources. Prostatitis usually occurs against the background of sexually transmitted infections.
The disease develops mainly under the influence of microorganisms that enter the prostate from various sources.
Some specialists single out stagnant prostatitis into a separate group. This disease is caused by a violation of blood circulation in the small pelvis. In this context, inflammation occurs. The infection joins in fast enough. As a result, congestive prostatitis becomes chronic.
Symptoms of the disease
Prostatitis can occur in two forms: acute and chronic.
Not in all cases, acute prostatitis occurs with pronounced symptoms. Some men report only general weakness, mild pain, and temporary weakening of sexual function.
The following symptoms are characteristic of the acute form:
- pain in the perineum;
- feeling of pain under the scrotum;
- increased body temperature;
- pain during the act of defecation;
- increased urination;
- frequent painful urges to urinate;
- erectile dysfunction.
Also, patients complain of purulent and mucous discharge from the urethra, shooting in the perineum and groin, excessive arousal, painful ejaculation.
Bitan! Not in all cases, acute prostatitis occurs with pronounced symptoms. Some men report only general weakness, mild pain, and temporary weakening of sexual function. These symptoms are a delayed form of prostatitis and resemble prostate adenoma, which can lead to misdiagnosis.
Chronic pathology is characterized by 3 main groups of signs:
- It hurts.Men complain of pain in the rectum and lower back, a feeling of lumbago, tingling and "goose bumps" in the groin, thighs, perineum and back. In this context, the patient may become nervous. Also, men notice bouts of sweating and chills.
- Urinary dysfunction.Men complain of a sluggish stream of urine, difficulty trying to empty their bladder, and frequent need to go to the toilet.
- Sexual dysfunction.Patients notice a decrease in libido, lack or premature ejaculation, difficulty with a full erection. Infertility often occurs in the background of prostatitis.
The pelvic nerves are often involved in the pathological process. As a result, additional symptoms are added to the main symptoms of prostatitis. They consist of hot flashes and fever in the evening, tachycardia, as well as mood swings and problems with concentration. Some men complain of fatigue and drowsiness during the day, suspicion, a feeling of a lump in the throat, increased saliva production, weight gain (without changes in diet and physical activity).
The cause of benign proliferation of glandular tissue is a change in testosterone metabolism in the cells.
Reasons for the development of prostate adenoma
The cause of benign proliferation of glandular tissue is a change in testosterone metabolism in the cells. This process is inevitable and begins in men aged around 40-45 years. Therefore, every representative of the stronger sex encounters signs of pathology to one degree or another. Usually a benign tumor in the first stage has no pronounced symptoms, but is diagnosed as early as 2 or 3.
Symptoms of glandular tissue proliferation
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptom. In benign tumors, urination disorders always come to the fore.
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptom. In benign tumors, urination disorders always come to the fore.
They are usually divided into 2 groups:
- Irritant signs.Patients complain of an increased urge to urinate, the need for regular nocturnal bladder emptying, urinary incontinence.
- Signs of obstruction.They are the result of a narrowing of the urethra with the growth of a gland. They are manifested in the need for straining when urinating, a weak stream of urine, its droplets.
As the disease progresses, the kidneys, ureters and pelvis are involved in the pathological process. This leads to high blood pressure, back pain, constant thirst, itching, weakness and a general deterioration in well-being. Patients develop pathologies of the cardiovascular system. Men also complain of suppression of sexual function. Infectious complications of prostate adenoma are also revealed. In some cases, stones form in the bladder. Signs of varicose veins (if any) may also get worse.
Principles of treatment of prostatitis and prostate adenoma
Therapy of the disease is carried out using different groups of drugs.
Treatment of prostatitis is aimed at:
- suppression of the inflammatory process;
- stopping the active reproduction of bacteria;
- improving lymph outflow and blood circulation in the veins of the small pelvis;
- prevention of chronicity of the pathological process.
For these purposes, patients are prescribed anti-inflammatory and antibacterial drugs, as well as venotonics and blood thinners. Enzymatic agents and immune response stimulants are recommended.
Treatment of prostate adenoma is aimed at:
- volume reduction;
- restoration of normal urination.
To address these issues, patients are prescribed alpha-blockers, 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, phytopreparations, and other agents.
Both prostatitis and prostate adenoma may require restoration of potency. For this, combined preparations based on herbal ingredients and other components are prescribed. The funds can be used simultaneously with the treatment of major pathologies. If taken properly, they are not harmful to the body.
Bitan! All medications are prescribed exclusively by a doctor. Self-medication is strictly forbidden. This can change the clinical picture and lead to difficulties in diagnosis. In addition, self-prescribing medications can lead to worsening well-being. You should also not cancel the medication yourself!
In some cases, surgical treatment is performed for the disease. It is prescribed when conservative therapy is ineffective or inappropriate for one reason or another.
As a rule, surgical interventions are relevant in 2-3 stages of prostate adenoma.
Major operations include:
- TUR (transurethral resection);
- laser treatment;
- laparoscopy;
- interventions using a da Vinci robot.
All surgeries are minimally invasive. They reduce damage to healthy tissue and provide a short rehabilitation period.
The technique of the operation is chosen by the doctor on the basis of available indications, concomitant diseases of the patient and his individual characteristics.
Successful treatment of prostate adenoma and prostatitis includes:
- Cessation of bad habits (smoking and alcohol abuse);
- Exclusion of animal fats, as well as canned foods, smoked and fried foods;
- Restriction in the diet of simple carbohydrates;
- Intake of sufficient fluid in the body (at least 2 liters of water);
- Regular visits to the doctor. You should contact him even if there are no signs of pathology. This will allow timely identification of all changes and prevent the development of complications.
Advantages of going to the clinic
- Experienced doctors.Our experts have long been involved in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate pathologies. They have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform a wide range of manipulations.
- Possibilities of fast diagnostics.Our experts use professional class equipment. It allows you to make a diagnosis on the day of treatment.
- Individual approach to therapy.Treatment of prostatitis and prostate adenoma is provided taking into account the type and stage of the disease, the characteristics of the patient, as well as the accompanying diseases he has.
- Conservative therapy with modern techniques.
- Modern methods of surgical treatment.Surgical interventions are performed using a laser and a da Vinci robot. Laparoscopic operations and TUR (transurethral resection) are performed. This allows you to reduce the risks of intervention and the duration of the rehabilitation period.
- Comfort of visiting clinics.They are located near the subway. In addition, we have taken care of the absence of queues and we are ready to receive patients at the appropriate time for them.