Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are conditions that are commonly diagnosed in men. It is not surprising that the stronger sex is interested in their symptoms and other characteristics. Let's find out how these pathologies differ and how they are treated.
Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are conditions that are commonly diagnosed in men.
What is the difference between prostate adenoma and prostatitis?
In fact, there are enough differences.
They relate to the following factors:
- Time of the onset of the disease.Prostate adenoma is usually diagnosed in men between the ages of 45 and 50, and prostatitis is troubling for the younger members of the stronger sex too.
- First symptoms.As a rule, patients complain of discomfort (including fairly pronounced pain) with prostatitis, and urinary tract disease with adenoma.
- The reasons.Prostatitis is an inflammatory process and can be caused by infections of the genital tract, and prostate adenoma is an overgrowth of tissue caused by various factors.
- The clinical picture.Acute prostatitis is often accompanied by chills and fever, and the adenoma progresses with no evidence of infection.
- The nature of pain. Inflammation is characterized by acute pain in the groin, perineum, and rectum. The tumor in the early stages can not appear in any way. Even if there is pain, it is insignificant.
Sexual dysfunction is characteristic of both pathologies.
The reasons for the development of prostatitis
The disease develops mainly under the influence of microorganisms that enter the prostate from various sources. As a rule, prostatitis occurs on the background of sexually transmitted infections.
The disease develops mainly under the influence of microorganisms that enter the prostate from various sources.
Some specialists differentiate stagnant prostatitis into a separate group. This disease is caused by a circulatory disorder in the pelvis. Against this background, inflammation occurs. The infection joins in quickly enough. As a result, congestive prostatitis becomes chronic.
Symptoms of the disease
Prostatitis can come in two forms: acute and chronic.
Acute prostatitis with pronounced symptoms does not occur in all cases. Some men report only general malaise, mild pain, and temporary weakening of sexual function.
The following symptoms are characteristic of the acute form:
- Pain in the perineum;
- a feeling of pain under the scrotum;
- increased body temperature;
- Pain when defecating;
- increased urination;
- frequent painful urge to urinate;
- erectile dysfunction.
Patients also complain of purulent and mucous discharge from the urethra, stabbing pain in the perineum and groin, overexcitation, painful ejaculation.
Important! Acute prostatitis with pronounced symptoms does not occur in all cases. Some men report only general malaise, mild pain, and temporary weakening of sexual function. These symptoms are a sluggish form of prostatitis and are similar to prostate adenoma, which can lead to errors in diagnosis.
Chronic pathology is characterized by 3 main groups of signs:
- Painful.Men complain of pain in the rectum and lower back, lumbago sensation, tingling and "goose bumps" in the groin, thighs, perineum and back. This can make the patient nervous. Men also notice sweating and chills.
- Urination dysfunction.Men complain of a sluggish stream of urine, difficulty emptying their bladder, and frequent urges to go to the bathroom.
- Disorder of sexual function.Patients notice a decrease in libido, lack of or premature ejaculation, difficulty getting a full erection. Often, on the background of prostatitis, infertility occurs.
The pelvic nerves are often involved in the pathological process. This adds other symptoms to the main symptoms of prostatitis. They consist of hot flashes and a rise in temperature in the evening, tachycardia, as well as mood swings and difficulty concentrating. Some men complain of daytime sleepiness and drowsiness, suspicion, a feeling of lumpiness, increased saliva production, weight gain (without a change in diet and physical activity).
The cause of the benign proliferation of glandular tissues is a change in the testosterone metabolism in the cells.
Reasons for developing prostate adenoma
The cause of the benign proliferation of glandular tissues is a change in the testosterone metabolism in the cells. This process is inevitable and begins in men around the age of 40–45. Therefore, to some extent, any representative of the stronger sex encounters signs of pathology. Usually, a benign tumor does not show any pronounced symptoms in the first stage, but is diagnosed as early as the 2nd or 3rd stage.
Symptoms of proliferation of glandular tissue
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptom. With a benign tumor, urination disorders are always the main focus.
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptom. With a benign tumor, urination disorders are always the main focus.
They are usually divided into 2 groups:
- Lovely characters.Patients complain of an increased need to urinate, regular emptying of the bladder at night, and urinary incontinence.
- Disturbing signs.They are a result of the narrowing of the urethra with the growth of the gland. They are expressed in exertion when urinating, a weak stream of urine, its dripping drops.
As the disease progresses, the kidneys, ureters, and pelvis are involved in the pathological process. This leads to increased blood pressure, back pain, constant thirst, itching, weakness and a general deterioration in well-being. Patients develop pathologies of the cardiovascular system. In addition, men complain of the suppression of sexual function. Infectious complications of prostate adenoma are also detected. In some cases, stones form in the bladder. Signs of varicose veins (if any) may also get worse.
Principles of treatment for prostatitis and prostate adenoma
Disease therapy is carried out with different groups of drugs.
Treatment of prostatitis is aimed at:
- Suppression of the inflammatory process;
- stop the active reproduction of bacteria;
- Improvement of the outflow of lymph and blood circulation in the veins of the small pelvis;
- Prevention of the chronicity of the pathological process.
For this purpose, 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 is aimed at:
- Volume reduction;
- Restoring normal urination.
To solve these problems, patients are prescribed alpha blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, phytopreparations, and other agents.
Both prostatitis and prostate adenoma may require restoration of potency. For this purpose, combination preparations based on herbal ingredients and other components are prescribed. The funds can be used simultaneously with the treatment of important pathologies. When taken correctly, they are not harmful to the body.
Important! All drugs 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-prescribing medication can lead to a deterioration in well-being. You should also not stop taking the medication yourself!
In some cases, surgical treatment is performed for diseases. It is prescribed when conservative therapy is ineffective or inappropriate for one reason or another.
As a rule, surgical interventions are relevant in 2–3 stages of the prostate adenoma.
The most important operations include:
- TUR (transurethral resection);
- Laser treatment;
- Laparoscopy;
- Interventions with 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 selected by the doctor on the basis of the existing indications, concomitant diseases of the patient and his individual characteristics.
Successful treatment for prostate adenoma and prostatitis includes:
- Giving up bad habits (smoking and alcohol abuse);
- Exclusion of animal fats as well as canned, smoked and fried foods;
- Restriction of diet with simple carbohydrates;
- Absorption of a sufficient amount of fluid in the body (at least 2 liters of water);
- Regular visits to the doctor. You should contact him even if there are no signs of pathology. This allows any changes to be identified in a timely manner and prevents complications from developing.
Benefits of visiting a clinic
- Experienced doctors.Our specialists have long been involved in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate diseases. They have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform a wide variety of manipulations.
- Opportunities for quick diagnosis.Our specialists use expert class equipment. It allows you to make a diagnosis on the day of treatment.
- An individual approach to therapy.Treatment of prostatitis and prostate adenoma is carried out taking into account the type and stage of the disease, the characteristics of the patient, as well as his concomitant diseases.
- Conservative therapy with modern techniques.
- Modern methods of surgical treatment.Surgical interventions are performed with a laser and a da Vinci robot. Laparoscopic operations and TUR (transurethral resection) are performed. This allows you to reduce the risks of surgery and the duration of the rehabilitation phase.
- The convenience of a clinic visit.You are near the subway. In addition, we have taken care of the lack of queues and are ready to see patients at a time that is convenient for them.