Today, drugs for the treatment of prostatitis are far from the last in terms of the types of drugs available.There's a good reason for this: Prostate disease is the most common of male reproductive system disorders.
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Prostatitis is an inflammatory process of the prostate.
Most commonly, inflammation of this organ occurs:
- Discomfort during urination or in external genital organs;
- Pain during ejaculation (ejaculation);
- Unpleasant sensations in the pelvic area and external genitalia.
All of these can lead to decreased activity and general well-being, emotional instability, and psychological disturbances.If you experience these symptoms, you should consult a specialist immediately.
A qualified urologist will perform the necessary diagnostic procedures and help manage the disease.
Although it should be noted that the recovery process may take some time, it is easier to deal with minor dysfunction of the organ than to begin an irreversible process with fatal consequences, including prostate cancer.
General rules for treatment
As mentioned above, prostatitis is an inflammatory process and, like any inflammation, it is most often caused by bacteria, so it is not surprising that the drugs used to treat prostatitis are mainly antimicrobial agents (antibiotics).
The next step in fighting this disease is NSAIDs.They play a positive role by affecting the microcirculation of the prostate to reduce prostate swelling.The goal of this treatment is to reduce pelvic venous stagnation.
Another key point in treating patients with reproductive system disorders is pain relief.In most cases (especially chronic or complex forms of the disease), pain is the main complaint, so doctors should help patients cope with extremely unpleasant sensations in the external genital area as quickly as possible.
The final stage is a barrier to future treatment complications and recurrence.
Here, appropriate prescriptions are medications to correct immunity, vitamin therapy, recommendations to improve general health, which may include:
- low-fat diet;
- moderate physical activity;
- Stay in a place with fresh air;
- Observe basic rules of personal hygiene;
- Get rid of bad habits (smoking, alcohol abuse);
- Have a routine physical exam every six months.
By following these simple rules, you can not only avoid complications but also prolong your sexual activity.
Step One: Pest and Disease Control
Experts conditionally classify antibacterial drugs for the treatment of prostatitis into three major categories: fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines, macrolides, and the less common cephalosporins.
Fluoroquinolones are considered the most effective drugs in the treatment of diseases of this organ because of the following characteristics:
- Affects most microorganisms that cause urogenital diseases;
- Accumulate in glandular tissue where it has the greatest impact on bacteria;
- Virtually no immunodeficiency is caused after a course of treatment;
- Does not induce drug resistance (the development of microorganisms resistant to the effects of this class of antibacterial drugs).
Another prominent representative of the group of antimicrobial agents used for inflammation of this organ are tetracyclines and macrolides.
Long before the advent of improved fluoroquinolones, these drugs helped manage bacterial prostate disease.However, over time, microorganisms have become increasingly resistant to these two classes of drugs.Furthermore, these drug groups have a considerable list of side effects and contraindications.
It is important to note that any antibacterial drug may have sperm toxic effects and should be forewarned.It is not advisable to use antibiotics at least four months before expected conception (full cycle of spermatogenesis).
Step 2: Reduce swelling
Medications for prostate diseases that have a positive effect on microcirculation have been proven in modern treatment options for prostate diseases.They help deliver complete medicinal compounds to the glandular tissue through the blood, improve the outflow of secretions from the ducts of this organ, increase the metabolic processes of the cells, which generally help the body cope with inflammation.
This class of drugs includes nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).Most often, two forms of the drug are used in this series:
- Rectal suppositories - Due to the localized action of the drug, the effects occur relatively quickly, thus reducing the frequency and duration of dosing;
- Drops - taken orally.The course of treatment lasts twice as long as when using rectal suppositories.Take 15 drops 4 times daily before meals.
to help patients
The main functions of drugs for the treatment of prostatitis are immune correction and pain relief, but they are not specific.But they can still ease patients' woes and reduce the risk of re-inflammation.
To relieve pain, your doctor may prescribe oral pain relievers (taken by mouth) or rectal pain relievers (suppositories and microenemas).At the same time, taking tablets has a relatively shorter effect but is more convenient to use.
specific treatment
Recently, more effective medications for prostatitis have been increasingly prescribed that focus solely on their effects within the body.All of these combine and act in glandular tissue, while they have a beneficial effect on the cells of the organ, increasing its metabolism and functional recovery processes.
Combination medications are convenient to use, but don’t forget about the commonly accepted treatment options for prostate inflammation.It is best to consult a specialist about taking these medications.
Hormone treatment for prostatitis
Recently, male sex hormone medications are increasingly being used as part of the general treatment regimen for prostate inflammation.But it's important to remember that they should be taken with extreme caution and to make sure they are necessary for the patient before prescribing them.
Patients with this disorder notice a decrease in the quality of their sex life over a significant period of time.In addition to this, such patients suffer from depression and apathy due to low sexual self-esteem.Hormone therapy will help cope with sexual dysfunction and improve a person's overall condition.
No matter what medications your urologist recommends to help you recover, don't forget that the key to treating any disease is to strictly follow your doctor's instructions and prescriptions, diagnose early, and take care of your health.
Regardless of the likelihood of recurrence, don't neglect prevention.It is better to prevent disease than to cure it.