Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are diseases that are often diagnosed in men. It is not surprising that the stronger sex is interested in their symptoms and other characteristics. Let's see 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?
In fact, there are enough differences.
They relate to the following factors:
- Time of onset of disease.Adenoma of the prostate is usually diagnosed in men between the ages of 45 and 50, and prostatitis is also troubling for younger members of the stronger sex.
- First symptoms.As a rule, with prostatitis, patients complain of discomfort (including quite pronounced pain), and with adenoma - urinary disorders.
- The reasons.Prostatitis is an inflammatory process and can be triggered by infections of the genital tract, and prostate adenoma is an overgrowth of tissues due to various factors.
- The clinical picture.Acute prostatitis is often accompanied by chills and fever, and the adenoma progresses without signs of infection.
- The nature of the pain.Inflammation is characterized by sharp pain in the groin, perineum, and rectum. The tumor in the early stages may not appear in any way. Even if the pain does occur, it is insignificant.
For both pathologies, sexual dysfunction is characteristic.
The reasons for the development of prostatitis
The disease develops mainly under the influence of microorganisms that enter the prostate from various sources. As a rule, prostatitis 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 distinguish stagnant prostatitis in a separate group. This disease is provoked by a violation of blood circulation in the small pelvis. Against this background, inflammation occurs. The infection joins quite quickly. 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 discomfort, mild pain, and temporary weakening of sexual function.
The following symptoms are characteristic of the acute form:
- pain in the perineum;
- a feeling of pain under the scrotum;
- increased body temperature;
- pain during the act of defecation;
- increased urination;
- frequent painful urge to urinate;
- erectile dysfunction.
In addition, patients complain of purulent and mucous discharge from the urethra, throbbing pain in the perineum and groin, overexcitement, painful ejaculation.
Important! Not in all cases, acute prostatitis occurs with pronounced symptoms. Some men report only general discomfort, mild pain, and temporary weakening of sexual function. These symptoms are a slow form of prostatitis and resemble an adenoma of the prostate, which can lead to misdiagnosis.
Chronic pathology is characterized by 3 main groups of signs:
- Painful.Men complain of pain in the rectum and lower back, lumbago, tingling and "goosebumps" in the groin, thighs, perineum and back. Against this background, the patient may become nervous. In addition, men note episodes of sweating and chills.
- Urination dysfunction.Men complain of slow urine flow, difficulty emptying the bladder, and a frequent need to go to the bathroom.
- Disorder of sexual function.Patients note a decrease in libido, a lack of ejaculation or its premature, difficulty with a full erection. Often against the background of prostatitis, infertility occurs.
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 an increase in temperature in the evening, tachycardia, as well as mood swings and problems concentrating. Some men complain of fatigue and drowsiness during the day, mistrust, a feeling of a lump in the throat, increased saliva production, weight gain (without a change in diet and physical activity).
The cause of the benign proliferation of glandular tissues is an alteration in the metabolism of testosterone in the cells.
Reasons for the development of prostate adenoma
The cause of the benign proliferation of glandular tissues is an alteration in the metabolism of testosterone in the cells. This process is inevitable and begins in men around 40-45 years old. Therefore, each representative of the stronger sex encounters signs of pathology to one degree or another. Usually, a benign tumor does not have pronounced symptoms at the first stage, but is diagnosed already at 2 or 3.
Symptoms of glandular tissue overgrowth
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma is the main symptom. With a benign tumor, urination disorders are always in the foreground.
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma is the main symptom. With a benign tumor, urination disorders are always in the foreground.
They are generally divided into 2 groups:
- Irritating signs.Patients complain of an increased urge to urinate, the need for regular nocturnal emptying of the bladder, urinary incontinence.
- Obstructive signs.They are a consequence of the narrowing of the urethra with the growth of the gland. They are manifested by the need to force when urinating, a weak stream of urine, its dripping drops.
As the disease progresses, the kidneys, ureters and pelvis are involved in the pathological process. This leads to increased blood pressure, back pain, constant thirst, itching, weakness and general deterioration in well-being. Patients develop pathologies of the cardiovascular system. In addition, men complain about the suppression of sexual function. Infectious complications of prostate adenoma are also detected. 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
Treatment of the disease is carried out with the help of various groups of drugs.
Treatment of prostatitis is aimed at:
- suppression of the inflammatory process;
- stop the active reproduction of bacteria;
- improve the flow of lymph 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 anticoagulants. Enzyme agents and stimulants of the immune response are recommended.
Treatment of prostate adenoma is aimed at:
- volume reduction;
- restoration of normal urination.
To overcome these problems, patients are prescribed alpha-blockers, 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, plant preparations and other agents.
Prostatitis and prostate adenoma may require restoration of potency. For this, combined preparations are prescribed based on herbal ingredients and other components. Funds can be used simultaneously with the treatment of major pathologies. When taken correctly, they are not harmful to the body.
Important! All medicines are prescribed exclusively by a doctor. Self-medication is strictly prohibited. It can change the clinical picture and lead to diagnostic difficulties. In addition, self-prescription drugs can lead to a deterioration in well-being. You also don't have to cancel the medications yourself!
In some cases, for diseases, surgical treatment is carried out. It is prescribed when conservative therapy is ineffective or inappropriate for one reason or another.
As a rule, surgical interventions are relevant at 2-3 stages of prostate adenoma.
The main operations include:
- TUR (transurethral resection);
- laser treatment;
- laparoscopy;
- interventions using the da Vinci robot.
All operations 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 depending on the available indications, the concomitant diseases of the patient and his individual characteristics.
Successful treatment of prostate adenoma and prostatitis includes:
- Stop 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;
- The intake of a sufficient amount of fluid in the body (at least 2 liters of water);
- Regular visits to your doctor. You should contact him even in the absence of signs of pathologies. This will allow rapid identification of any changes and prevent the development of complications.
Benefits of going to the clinic
- Experienced doctors.Our specialists have long been involved in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate pathologies. They have the knowledge and skills to perform a wide range of manipulations.
- Quick diagnostic possibilities.Our specialists use expert class equipment. It allows a diagnosis to be made on the day of treatment.
- An individual approach to therapy.Treatment of prostatitis and adenoma of the prostate is carried out taking into account the type and stage of the disease, the characteristics of the patient, as well as the comorbidities from which he suffers.
- Conservative therapy using modern techniques.
- Modern methods of surgical treatment.Surgical procedures are performed using a laser and a da Vinci robot. Laparoscopic and TUR (transurethral resection) operations are performed. This allows you to reduce the risk of interventions and the length of the rehabilitation period.
- The comfort of visiting clinics.They are located near the metro. In addition, we have made sure there are no queues and are ready to receive patients at a time that is convenient for them.