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 other symptoms and characteristics.Let's think about how this pathology differs and how it is 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 some differences.
They are related to the following factors:
- The onset of the disease.Prostate adenoma is usually diagnosed in men aged 45-50 years, and prostatitis also affects younger representatives of the stronger sex.
- The first symptom.As a rule, with prostatitis, patients complain of unpleasant sensations (including rather severe pain), and with adenoma - urinary disorders.
- Reason.Prostatitis is an inflammatory process and can be provoked by an infection of the genital tract, and prostate adenoma is a tissue growth due to various factors.
- Clinical picture.Acute prostatitis is often accompanied by chills and fever, and adenomas occur without signs of infection.
- Nature of pain.Inflammation is characterized by acute pain in the groin, perineum and rectum.Tumors in the early stages may not manifest in any way.Although pain occurs, it is minor.
Both pathologies are characterized by impaired sexual function.
Causes of Prostatitis Development
This disease develops mainly under the influence of microorganisms that penetrate the prostate gland from various sources.As a rule, prostatitis occurs against the background of sexually transmitted infections.
This 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.This infection is quite fast.As a result, congestive prostatitis becomes chronic.
Disease symptoms
Prostatitis can occur in two forms: acute and chronic.
Not in all cases, acute prostatitis occurs with obvious symptoms.Some men report only general weakness, mild pain and temporary weakness of sexual function.
The acute form is characterized by the following symptoms:
- pain in the perineum;
- a feeling of pain under the scrotum;
- increased body temperature;
- pain during urination;
- increased frequency of urination;
- A frequent painful urge to urinate;
- Erectile dysfunction.
Patients also complain of purulent discharge and mucus from the urethra, shooting pain in the perineum and groin, overstimulation, and painful ejaculation.
Important!Not in all cases, acute prostatitis occurs with obvious symptoms.Some men report only general weakness, mild pain and temporary weakness of sexual function.The symptoms of the slow form of prostatitis resemble prostate adenoma, which can cause errors in diagnosis.
Chronic pathology is characterized by 3 main groups of symptoms:
- Sickening.Men complain of pain in the rectum and lower back, shooting sensations, tingling and "pins and needles" in the groin, thighs, perineum and back.Against this background, the patient may become nervous.Men also report bouts of sweating and shivering.
- Urinary dysfunction.Men complain of a slow flow of urine, difficulty when trying to empty the bladder, and frequent urges to go to the toilet.
- Sexual dysfunction.Patients note a decrease in libido, lack of ejaculation or its prematureness, and difficulty with a full erection.Infertility often occurs due to prostatitis.
Pelvic nerves are often involved in pathological processes.As a result, additional symptoms are added to the main symptoms of prostatitis.They consist of hot flashes and increased temperature at night, tachycardia, as well as mood swings and problems with concentration.Some men complain of fatigue and sleepiness during the day, suspicion, 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 glandular 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 glandular tissue is a change in the metabolism of testosterone in the cells.This process is inevitable and begins in men at the age of about 40-45 years.Therefore, every representative of the stronger sex encounters signs of pathology to one degree or another.Usually, benign tumors do not have symptoms mentioned in the first stage, but have been 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 benign tumors, urinary disorders always come to the fore.
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptoms.With benign tumors, 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 the result of narrowing of the urethra due to growth of the gland.They show themselves in the need for straining when urinating, weak urine flow, and dripping in drops.
As the disease progresses, 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 a general deterioration in well-being.Patients develop pathology 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.Symptoms of varicose veins (if any) can also worsen.
Principles of treatment of prostatitis and prostate adenoma
Disease therapy is carried out using various drug groups.
Treatment of prostatitis is aimed at:
- suppression of the inflammatory process;
- stop the proliferation of active bacteria;
- increase the outflow of lymph and blood circulation in the pelvic veins;
- Chronic prevention of pathological processes.
For this purpose, patients are prescribed anti-inflammatory and antibacterial drugs, as well as venotonics and blood thinners.Enzyme agents and immune response stimulators are recommended.
Treatment of prostate adenoma is aimed at:
- amount reduction;
- normal urinary recovery.
To solve this problem, patients are prescribed alpha-blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, herbal medicines and other medicines.
Both with prostatitis and prostate adenoma, potential restoration may be required.For this purpose, combined preparations based on herbal components and other components are prescribed.These drugs can be used simultaneously with the treatment of the underlying pathology.When taken correctly, they do not harm the body.
Important!Any medication is prescribed exclusively by a doctor.Alteration is strictly prohibited.It can change the clinical picture and lead to diagnostic difficulties.In addition, the drugs themselves can cause a deterioration in well-being.You can't stop taking the medicine yourself either!
In some cases, the disease is treated surgically.It is prescribed when conservative therapy is ineffective or inappropriate for one reason or another.
As a rule, surgical intervention is relevant at stage 2-3 prostate adenoma.
The main operations include:
- Tour (transurethral resection);
- laser treatment;
- laparoscopy;
- Intervention using the DA Vinci robot.
All operations are minimally invasive.They reduce damage to healthy tissue and provide a short recovery period.
The surgical technique is chosen by the doctor based on the existing symptoms, the patient's co-morbidities and individual characteristics.
Successful treatment of prostate adenoma and prostatitis also includes:
- Stop bad habits (smoking and alcohol abuse);
- Exclusion of animal fat, as well as canned food, smoked and fried food;
- Restrictions in the diet of simple carbohydrates;
- Adequate fluid intake 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 allow timely identification of all changes and prevent the development of complications.
Benefits of going to the clinic
- Experienced doctor.Our experts have been involved in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate pathology for a long time.They have the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out various manipulations.
- Possibility of rapid diagnostics.Our experts use expert class equipment.It allows you to make a diagnosis on the day of treatment.
- Individual approach to therapy.The treatment of prostatitis and prostate adenoma is provided taking into account the type and level of the disease, the characteristics of the patient, as well as existing concomitant diseases.
- Conservative therapy using modern techniques.
- Modern methods of surgical treatment.Surgical intervention is performed using a laser and a da Vinci robot.Laparoscopic surgery and TUR (transurethral resection) were performed.This allows you to reduce the risk of intervention and the length of the recovery period.
- Convenience of visiting clinics.They are located near the metro.In addition, we have ensured that there are no queues and are ready to receive patients at a time that is convenient for them.