Men over the age of 50-60 often begin to lead an inactive lifestyle, in addition, the consequences of previous diseases begin to affect them, hormonal levels change and immunity decreases, which in turn causes stagnant processes in the body.But recently, prostatitis is more and more common in young and even young men.
What is the reason for this and how to determine it?
Doctors classify prostatitis as both an infectious and a stagnant inflammatory process.In the first case, the causative agent of the disease is bacteria.A patient infected with them does not actually feel any symptoms of the diseases caused by these microorganisms.Only after some time, when the infection rises higher and affects the prostate, the disease makes itself felt.
Congestive prostatitis, on the other hand, affects men who are the most "quiet" sexually.It most often occurs in those who are forced to abstain from sexual activity for a long time: long-distance sailors, polar explorers and monks.
Sedentary lifestyle, prolonged exposure to heat and bad environmental conditions that reduce the protective functions of the body also contribute to the development of the disease.Prostatitis can be caused by diseases such as chronic bronchitis, tonsillitis and tooth decay.True, for this they have to wear a long, chronic form.As a result, the simplest infection collected in stagnant sperm becomes the cause of prostatitis.
About a quarter of patients with chronic prostatitis may not experience any symptoms, and then the disease is discovered only incidentally during a urological examination.
It's time to see a doctor if you notice any of the following:
- genitourinary system (frequent and painful urge to urinate, partial urinary retention, etc.);
- sexual function (pain in the urethra and rectum during ejaculation, weak erection, premature ejaculation, loss of orgasm);
- nervous system (neurotic disorders caused by focusing patients' attention on their condition).
Otherwise, there is a risk of inflammation of the prostate gland becoming chronic, during which attacks of the disease are repeated regularly.Over time, tissue atrophy of the prostate gland and neighboring organs may begin.Finally, acute urinary retention threatens the development of kidney failure and infertility.
Treatment of prostatitis
The most effective methods of treatment of prostatitis:
- drug treatment;
- prostate massage;
- different types of therapy.
It is better not to try to treat prostatitis yourself using "known" means and without consulting a urologist.After all, before prescribing a drug, the doctor analyzes the prostate secretion, which allows him to choose the most effective drug for a particular situation.
At home, patients usually take antibiotics recommended by someone they know.
But drugs affect everyone differently, and there is no guarantee that your disease will not only be latent, slow and eventually become chronic.
It is better not to follow the promises of unscrupulous medical centers that will cure you from prostatitis in a short time and for life.You will leave a lot of money, but the effect of such treatment will probably be small.
Remember: modern medicine is still very rarely able to completely cure prostatitis.In the best case, experienced doctors bring the disease into remission, during which the patient forgets about inflammation of the prostate gland for 2-3 years.After that, the treatment should be repeated.
A few recommendations:
- If possible, try to lead an active lifestyle.
- Do warm-up exercises every hour or at least walk around a bit when you're sedentary.
- Don't get too cold;
- Eliminate spicy foods from your diet.
- Give up bad habits (smoking and drinking alcohol).
And finally, about the "secret": regular sex life is perhaps one of the most pleasant and effective ways to prevent this disease.Try not to refuse this preventive "treatment", then you will be able to avoid many problems, not only related to the prostate.
Products for men's health
If you lead a healthy lifestyle, eat right and include foods that improve the condition of the body in your diet, then the disease can be easily prevented.
After all, nutrients help men not only maintain muscle mass, but also prevent prostate cancer and many other diseases.
For example, seafood improves tone and restores vitality.They protect against depression, preserve youth and health, stimulate sexual activity.All this is thanks to the large amount of zinc in seafood.Foods high in zinc include oysters and mussels.Just one oyster can provide almost 70% of an adult's daily zinc requirement.
Zinc is an important trace element that is part of hormones and enzymes and is involved in almost all vital processes in the body.Prevents the development of prostate cancer, increases sperm activity and participates in testosterone production.It strengthens the immune system, stimulates cell regeneration and is indispensable for preventing colds.
Also rich in zinc:
- Fruits: apples, oranges, lemons, grapefruits, figs, dates.
- Vegetables: asparagus, celery, tomatoes, potatoes, radishes, sugar and common beets, onions, garlic.
- Berries: raspberry, black currant.
- Seeds and grains: rice, wheat germ, pumpkin and watermelon seeds.
- Meat: lean beef, lamb, veal liver.
- Milk, eggs, nuts and legumes
At the same time, lack of zinc in the body weakens the immune system, causes skin diseases and weakens potency.Therefore, a healthy man should take 11-15 mg of zinc per day.It is recommended to enter the body with food, because it contains this metal in the necessary compounds and is well absorbed by the body.
When consuming enough zinc, you need to ensure that it is balanced with copper and iron.If a person's body is deficient in zinc, it is corrected with the help of zinc-containing drugs, but it should be taken strictly as prescribed by the doctor.