Today, medications for the treatment of prostatitis are far from last place in terms of the wide variety of medications on offer. And not in vain: prostate disease is the most common among the pathologies of the reproductive system in men.
Prostatitis is an inflammatory process of the prostate gland.
Often, inflammation of these organs manifests itself:
- discomfort in the reproductive organs during or outside the act of urination;
- pain during ejaculation (ejaculation);
- discomfort in the pelvic area and external genitalia.
All this leads to decreased activity and general well -being, emotional instability and psychological disorders. If you experience these symptoms, you should immediately contact a specialist.
A qualified urologist will perform the necessary diagnostic methods and help overcome the disease.
Although it should be noted that the healing process may take time, it is easier to overcome minor dysfunctions of these organs than to begin the process of development of irreversible consequences, including prostate cancer.
General provisions of therapy
As noted above, prostatitis is an inflammatory process, and, like any inflammation, it is most often caused by bacteria, so it is not surprising that medications for prostatitis are primarily antibacterial agents (antibiotics).
The next step in fighting this disease is non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. They have a positive effect by reducing edema in the prostate gland area by influencing the microcirculation in these organs. The purpose of this treatment is to reduce venous congestion in the small pelvis.
Another important point in the management of patients with diseases of the reproductive system is the reduction of pain syndromes. In most cases (especially in the form of chronic or complicated diseases), pain is the main complaint, so the doctor should help the patient overcome the very unpleasant sensation in the external genital area as soon as possible.
The last stage is to prevent the development of treatment complications and relapses in the future.
Here it is appropriate to prescribe drugs to improve immunity, vitamin therapy, recommendations to improve health in general, which may include:
- low fat diet;
- moderate physical activity;
- stay in the fresh air;
- compliance with the basic rules of personal hygiene;
- rejection of bad habits (smoking, alcohol);
- scheduled medical examinations every six months.
By following these simple rules, you can not only avoid complications, but also prolong your sexual activity.
Step One: Pest Control
Experts conditionally divide antibacterial drugs for prostatitis into three main groups: fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines and macrolides, more rarely - cephalosporins.
Fluoroquinolones are considered to be most effective in treating diseases of these organs because of several of their characteristics:
- has an effect on most types of microorganisms that cause disorders of the genitourinary system;
- accumulates in the glandular tissue, which gives maximum effect on bacteria;
- practically does not cause a lack of immunity after undergoing therapy;
- do not cause resistance (microbial resistance to the action of antibacterial drugs of this class).
Leading representatives of this group of antimicrobial agents for inflammation of these organs are tetracycline and macrolides.
Long before the appearance of their better companions, fluoroquinolones, these drugs helped to overcome the bacterial dysfunction of the prostate gland. However, over time, microorganisms become increasingly resistant to these two classes of drugs. In addition, this group of drugs has a relatively long list of side effects and contraindications.
It should be noted that any antibacterial drug can have a spermatotoxic effect, which the patient should be warned in advance. It is undesirable to use antibiotics at least four months before the intended fertilization (full cycle of spermatogenesis).
The second step: reduce swelling
Drugs for prostate disease, which have a positive effect on microcirculation, have proven themselves well in modern therapeutic schemes for prostate disease. They contribute to the supply of glandular tissue full of medicinal compounds through the bloodstream, improve the outflow of secretions from the channels of these organs, improve metabolic processes in cells, which generally help the body cope with inflammation.
Among this group of drugs, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are distinguished. Often, two forms of this series of drugs are used:
- rectal suppositories - due to the local action of the drug, the effect manifests itself more quickly, which reduces the frequency and duration of admission;
- drops are taken inside. The course lasts twice as long when using rectal suppositories. Prescribed from 15 drops before meals 4 times a day.
To help patients
Medications for the treatment of prostatitis, the main direction of its action are immune correction and pain relief, are not specific. But they can still alleviate the plight of patients and reduce the risk of re -inflammation.
To reduce pain, your doctor may prescribe painkillers by mouth (through the mouth) or rectally (suppositories and microclycers). At the same time, taking the pill provides a relatively short -term effect, but is easier to use.
Special therapy
Recently, more effective drugs for prostatitis, which have a narrow focus of action in the body, have been prescribed. All of them are combined and act in the glandular tissue, in parallel it has a beneficial effect on organ cells, improves metabolism and the process of functional restoration.
Combination medications are easy to use, but don’t forget about the generally accepted treatment regimen for prostate inflammation. It is best to consult a specialist about taking these medications.
Hormone therapy for prostatitis
Increasingly, male sex hormone medications have been prescribed in general regimens for the treatment of prostate gland inflammation. But it is important to remember that they should be taken with caution, and before the appointment, make sure that it is necessary for the patient.
Patients suffering from this disease have seen a decline in their quality of sex life for so long. Among other things, such patients experience depression and apathy towards their low sexual background. Hormone therapy will help overcome sexual dysfunction and improve a person's general condition.
Whatever medication is recommended by a urologist for your recovery, do not forget that the main thing in the treatment of the disease is to adhere to the instructions and prescriptions of the doctor, early diagnosis and take care of your health.
And regardless of the possibility of relapse, do not neglect prevention. Disease prevention is better than cure.