Today, drugs for the treatment of prostatitis occupy far from the last place in terms of variety of assortment among the offered drugs.And with good reason: prostate diseases are the most common among the pathologies of the reproductive system in men.
Prostatitis is an inflammatory process of the prostate.
Inflammation of this organ is most often manifested by:
- discomfort in the reproductive organs during or outside the act of urination;
- pain during ejaculation (ejaculation);
- unpleasant sensations in the area of the pelvis and external genitalia.
All this leads to a decrease in activity and general well-being, emotional instability and psychological disorders.If you suffer from these symptoms, consult a specialist immediately.
A qualified urologist will carry out the necessary diagnostic methods and help in dealing with the disease.
Although it should be noted that the recovery process may take time, it is easier to cope with minor disturbances in the work of this organ than to start an irreversible process of developing fatal consequences, including prostate cancer.
General provisions of therapy
As already mentioned, prostatitis is an inflammatory process, and like any inflammation, it is most often caused by bacteria, so it is not surprising that the drugs for prostatitis are primarily antibacterial agents (antibiotics).
The next step in the fight against the disease is non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.They have a positive effect by reducing swelling in the prostate by affecting the microcirculation in this organ.The goal of this treatment is to reduce venous stagnation in the pelvis.
Another important point in the treatment of patients with diseases of the reproductive system is the reduction of pain.In most cases (especially with chronic or complicated forms of the disease), pain is the main complaint, so the doctor should help the patient to deal with extremely unpleasant sensations in the area of the external genitalia as soon as possible.
The last stage is an obstacle to the development of treatment complications and recurrence in the future.
Here it is appropriate to prescribe drugs for the correction of immunity, vitamin therapy, recommendations for improving health in general, which may include:
- low-fat diet;
- moderate physical activity;
- being in the fresh air;
- compliance with the basic rules of personal hygiene;
- giving up bad habits (smoking, alcohol);
- routine medical examination every six months.
By following these simple rules, you can not only avoid complications, but also prolong your sexual activity.
First step: pest control
Experts conditionally divide antibacterial drugs for prostatitis into three main groups: fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines and macrolides, and less often - cephalosporins.
Fluoroquinolones are considered the most effective in the treatment of diseases of this organ due to several of their characteristics:
- act on most types of microorganisms that cause disorders of the genitourinary system;
- they accumulate in the tissues of the gland, which provides the maximum effect on bacteria;
- they practically do not cause immunodeficiencies after therapy;
- they do not cause resistance (resistance of microbes to the action of antibacterial drugs of this class).
Other prominent representatives of the group of antimicrobial agents for inflammation of this organ are tetracyclines and macrolides.
Long before the advent of their improved companions, the fluoroquinolones, these drugs helped to deal with prostate disorders of a bacterial nature.However, over time, microorganisms have become increasingly resistant to these two classes of drugs.In addition, these groups of drugs have a rather long list of side effects and contraindications.
It is worth noting that any antibacterial drug can have a spermatotoxic effect, which should be warned in advance.It is undesirable to use antibiotics at least four months before the expected conception (full cycle of spermatogenesis).
Step two: reduce swelling
Medicines for prostate diseases that have a positive effect on microcirculation have been proven in the modern treatment regimen for prostate diseases.They contribute to the complete supply of the gland tissue with medicinal compounds through the bloodstream, improve the outflow of secretions from the channels of this organ, enhance metabolic processes in the cells, which generally helps the body to cope with inflammation.
This group of drugs also includes non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).Two forms of drugs from this series are most often used:
- rectal suppositories - due to the local action of the drug, the effect occurs relatively faster, which reduces the frequency and duration of administration;
- drops - taken orally.The course lasts twice as long as when using rectal suppositories.It is prescribed 15 drops before meals 4 times a day.
To help the patient
Medicines for the treatment of prostatitis, whose main direction of action is immunocorrection and pain relief, are not specific.But they can still alleviate the patient's distress and reduce the risk of re-inflammation.
To reduce pain, your doctor may prescribe painkillers orally (by mouth) or rectally (suppositories and micro-enemas).At the same time, taking pills gives a relatively short-term effect, but is more convenient to use.
Specific therapy
Recently, more and more effective drugs for prostatitis, which have a narrow focus of action in the body, have been prescribed more and more.All of them are combined and act in the gland tissues, and at the same time have a beneficial effect on the cells of the organs, increasing their metabolism and the processes of restoration of functions.
Combined drugs are suitable for use, but do not forget about the generally accepted treatment regimen for prostate inflammation.It is best to consult a specialist about taking these medicines.
Hormonal therapy for prostatitis
More recently, male sex hormone drugs are being prescribed as part of a general treatment regimen for prostatitis.But it is important to remember that they should be taken with great caution, and before prescribing, make sure that they are necessary for the patient.
Patients suffering from this disease notice a decrease in the quality of their sexual life for a long time.Among other things, such patients experience depression and apathy due to their sexual inferiority.Hormonal therapy will help solve sexual dysfunction and improve a person's general condition.
Whatever drugs the urologist recommends for recovery, do not forget that the key point in the treatment of any disease is strict adherence to the doctor's instructions and prescriptions, early diagnosis and taking care of your health.
And regardless of the likelihood of relapse, don't neglect prevention.It is better to prevent a disease than to treat it.