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 features.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 are related to the following factors:
- The time of onset of the disease.Prostate adenoma is usually diagnosed in men aged 45-50 years, and prostatitis affects even younger representatives of the stronger sex.
- The first symptoms.As a rule, with prostatitis, patients complain of unpleasant sensations (including quite strong pain), and with adenoma - of urinary disorders.
- The reasons.Prostatitis is an inflammatory process and can be provoked 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 the adenoma appears without signs of infection.
- The nature of the pain.The inflammation is characterized by acute pain in the groin, perineum and rectum.A tumor in its early stages may not appear in any way.Even if pain occurs, it is minor.
Both pathologies are characterized by impaired sexual function.
Causes of the development of prostatitis
The disease develops mainly under the influence of microorganisms that penetrate the prostate gland from various sources.As a rule, prostatitis appears against the background of sexually transmitted infections.
The disease develops mainly under the influence of microorganisms that penetrate the prostate gland from various sources.
Some experts classify congestive prostatitis as a separate group.This disease is provoked by poor circulation in the pelvis.Against this background, inflammation occurs.The infection appears 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 appears with pronounced symptoms.Some men report only general discomfort, 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;
- increase in 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, severe pain in the perineum and groin, overstimulation and painful ejaculation.
Important!Not in all cases, acute prostatitis appears with pronounced symptoms.Some men report only general discomfort, mild pain and temporary weakening of sexual function.These symptoms of a slow 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, thigh, perineum and back.Against this background, the patient may become nervous.Men also report periods of sweating and chills.
- Urinary dysfunction.Men complain of a slow flow of urine, difficulty in trying to empty the bladder and a frequent urge to go to the toilet.
- Sexual dysfunction.Patients notice a decrease in sexual desire, lack of ejaculation or its prematurity and difficulty 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 fever in the evening, tachycardia, as well as mood swings and problems with concentration.Some men complain of fatigue and sleepiness during the day, doubt, the feeling of a lump in the throat, increased salivation, weight gain (without changes in diet and physical activity).
The cause of the benign growth of the gland tissue is a change in the metabolism of testosterone in the cells.
Reasons for the development of prostate adenoma
The cause of the benign growth of the gland tissue is a change in the metabolism of testosterone in the cells.This process is inevitable and begins in men around the age of 40-45 years.Therefore, every representative of the stronger sex encounters signs of pathology to one degree or another.Typically, a benign tumor does not have pronounced symptoms in the first stage, but is already diagnosed in stage 2 or 3.
Symptoms of proliferation of glandular tissue
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptoms.With a benign tumor, urinary disorders always come to the fore.
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptoms.With a benign tumor, urinary 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 to empty the bladder regularly at night, and urinary incontinence.
- Obstructive signs.They are a consequence of the narrowing of the urethra due to the growth of the gland.They are manifested in the need to strain during urination, a weak flow of urine and dribbling.
With the development of the disease, the kidneys, ureters and pelvis are involved in the pathological process.This leads to increased blood pressure, pain in the lower back, constant thirst, itchy skin, weakness and a 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.Varicose vein symptoms (if present) may also worsen.
Principles of treatment of prostatitis and prostate adenoma
Therapy of the disease is carried out using different groups of drugs.
Treatment of prostatitis aims to:
- suppression of the inflammatory process;
- stopping the active spread of bacteria;
- improvement of lymph flow and blood circulation in the pelvic veins;
- prevention of the chronicity of the pathological process.
For these purposes, patients are prescribed anti-inflammatory and antibacterial drugs, as well as venotonics and blood thinners.Enzyme agents and immune response stimulants are recommended.
Treatment of prostate adenoma aims to:
- volume reduction;
- restoring normal urination.
To solve these problems, patients are prescribed alpha-blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, herbal medicines and other drugs.
With both prostatitis and prostate adenoma, potency restoration may be required.For this purpose, combined preparations based on herbal ingredients and other ingredients are prescribed.Medicines can be used simultaneously with the treatment of underlying pathologies.When taken properly, they do not harm the body.
Important!Each drug is 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 of drugs can cause deterioration of well-being.You also don't have to stop taking your medication on your own!
In some cases, diseases are treated with surgery.It is described when conservative therapy is ineffective or inappropriate for one reason or another.
As a rule, surgical interventions are important in stages 2-3 of prostate adenoma.
The main operations include:
- TUR (transurethral resection);
- laser treatment;
- laparoscopy;
- intervention using the da Vinci robot.
All operations are minimally invasive.They reduce damage to healthy tissue and ensure a short rehabilitation period.
The surgical technique is chosen by the doctor based on the available indications, the accompanying diseases of the patient and his individual characteristics.
Successful treatment of prostate adenoma and prostatitis also includes:
- Giving up 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;
- Getting enough fluids in 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 allow timely identification of all changes and prevent the development of complications.
Benefits of going to the clinic
- Experienced doctor.Our specialists have been engaged for a long time in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate pathologies.They have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform a wide range of manipulations.
- Possibility of rapid diagnosis.Our specialists use expert-class equipment.This 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 his existing concomitant diseases.
- Conservative therapy using modern techniques.
- Modern methods of surgical treatment.Surgical interventions are performed using a laser and a da Vinci robot.Laparoscopic surgeries and TUR (transurethral resection) are performed.This allows you to reduce the risks of interventions and the duration of the rehabilitation period.
- Convenience of visiting clinics.They are located near the metro.Also, we have made sure that there are no queues and we are ready to wait for patients at a time convenient for them.