Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are diseases that are often diagnosed in men.It is not surprising that representatives of the stronger sex are interested in their symptoms and other characteristics.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?
In fact, there are quite a few differences.
They relate to the following factors:
- Time of disease onset.Prostate adenoma is usually diagnosed in men aged 45-50, and prostatitis also affects younger representatives of the stronger sex.
- First symptoms.As a rule, with prostatitis, patients complain of unpleasant sensations (including quite severe pain), and with adenoma - of urination disorders.
- Reasons.Prostatitis is an inflammatory process and can be caused by infections of the genital tract, and prostate adenoma is tissue growth due to various factors.
- Clinical picture.Acute prostatitis is often accompanied by chills and fever, and adenoma occurs without signs of infection.
- Nature of pain.The inflammation is characterized by acute pain in the groin, perineum and rectum.In the early stages, the tumor may not manifest itself in any way.Even if there is pain, it is minor.
Both pathologies are characterized by impaired sexual function.
Causes of the development of prostatitis
The disease mainly develops under the influence of microorganisms that penetrate the prostate from various sources.As a rule, prostatitis occurs against the background of sexually transmitted infections.
The disease mainly develops under the influence of microorganisms that penetrate the prostate from various sources.
Some experts classify congestive prostatitis in a separate group.This disease is caused by poor circulation in the pelvis.Against this background, inflammation occurs.The infection occurs 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 weakness, mild pain and temporary weakening of sexual function.
The acute form is characterized by the following symptoms:
- pain in the perineum;
- feeling of pain under the scrotum;
- increased body temperature;
- pain during defecation;
- increased frequency of urination;
- frequent painful urge to urinate;
- Erection disorders.
Patients also complain of purulent and mucous discharge from the urethra, shooting pain in the perineum and groin, excessive stimulation and painful ejaculation.
Important!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 of a sluggish form of prostatitis resemble prostate adenoma, which can lead to errors in diagnosis.
Chronic pathology is characterized by 3 main groups of symptoms:
- Painful.Men complain of pain in the rectum and lower back, shooting sensations, tingling and "needles" in the groin, thighs, perineum and back.In view of this, the patient may become nervous.Men also report bouts of sweating and chills.
- Urinary dysfunction.Men complain of a slow stream of urine, difficulty trying to empty their bladder, and a frequent need to go to the toilet.
- Sexual dysfunction.Patients notice a decrease in libido, lack of ejaculation or premature ejaculation, and difficulties with a full erection.Infertility often occurs due to prostatitis.
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 elevated temperature in the evening, tachycardia, as well as mood swings and problems with concentration.Some men complain of fatigue and sleepiness during the day, suspiciousness, feeling of a lump in the throat, increased salivation, weight gain (without changes in diet and physical activity).
The cause of benign growth of gland tissue is a change in testosterone metabolism in cells.
Reasons for the development of prostate adenoma
The cause of benign growth of gland tissue is a change in testosterone metabolism in cells.This process is inevitable and begins in men at the age of approximately 40-45 years.Therefore, every representative of the stronger sex encounters signs of pathology to one degree or another.Usually, a benign tumor does not have pronounced symptoms in the first stage, but it is diagnosed already in stage 2 or 3.
Symptoms of glandular tissue proliferation
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptom.With a benign tumor, urination disorders always come to the fore.
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptom.With a benign tumor, urination disorders always come to the fore.
They are usually divided into 2 groups:
- Irritating signs.Patients complain of an increased urge to urinate, the need for regular nocturnal emptying of the bladder and urinary incontinence.
- Obstructive signs.They are the result of the narrowing of the urethra due to the growth of the gland.They are manifested by the need to strain when urinating, a weak stream of urine and dribbling.
As the disease develops, the kidneys, ureters and pelvis are involved in the pathological process.This leads to increased blood pressure, lower back pain, constant thirst, itchy skin, weakness and general deterioration of well-being.Patients develop pathologies of the cardiovascular system.Men also complain of suppressed sexual function.Infectious complications of prostate adenoma are also detected.In some cases, stones form in the bladder.Signs of varicose veins (if present) may also worsen.
Principles of treatment of prostatitis and prostate adenoma
Treatment of the disease is carried out using different groups of drugs.
Treatment of prostatitis aims to:
- suppression of the inflammatory process;
- stopping the active proliferation of bacteria;
- improvement of lymph outflow and blood circulation in pelvic veins;
- 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 aims to:
- volume reduction;
- restoration of normal urination.
To solve these problems, patients are prescribed alpha-blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, herbal remedies and other drugs.
Both prostatitis and prostate adenoma may require restoration of potency.For this purpose, combined preparations based on herbal and other components are prescribed.Medicines can be used simultaneously with the treatment of basic pathologies.When taken correctly, they do not harm 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-medication can cause deterioration of well-being.You also shouldn't stop taking your medication on your own!
In some cases, diseases are treated surgically.It is prescribed when conservative therapy is ineffective or inappropriate for one reason or another.
As a rule, surgical interventions are relevant in stages 2-3 prostate adenoma.
Major 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 period of rehabilitation.
The surgical technique is chosen by the doctor based on the available indications, accompanying diseases of the patient and his individual characteristics.
Successful treatment of prostate adenoma and prostatitis includes:
- Quitting bad habits (smoking and alcohol abuse);
- Exclusion of animal fats, as well as canned food, smoked and fried food;
- Diet restriction of simple carbohydrates;
- Taking enough liquid into the body (at least 2 liters of water);
- Regular visits to your doctor.You should contact him even if there are no signs of pathology.This will enable timely identification of all changes and prevent the development of complications.
Advantages of going to the clinic
- Experienced doctors.Our experts have been dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of prostate pathologies for a long time.They have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform a wide range of manipulations.
- The possibility of quick diagnostics.Our experts use top 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 carried out taking into account the type and stage of the disease, the patient's characteristics, as well as his existing concomitant diseases.
- Conservative therapy with modern techniques.
- Modern methods of surgical treatment.Surgical interventions are performed with a laser and the da Vinci robot.Laparoscopic operations and TUR (transurethral resection) are performed.This allows you to reduce the risks of interventions and the duration of the rehabilitation period.
- Comfort of visiting clinics.They are located near the metro.In addition, we have ensured that there are no queues and we are ready to see patients at a time that suits them.