Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are frequently diagnosed conditions in men.Not surprisingly, representatives of the dominant gender are interested in their symptoms and other characteristics.Let’s figure out how these conditions differ and how to treat them.
Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are frequently diagnosed conditions in men.
What is the difference between prostate adenoma and prostatitis?
In fact, there are still many differences.
They are related to the following factors:
- Time of disease onset.Prostate adenomas are usually diagnosed in men aged 45-50 years, and prostatitis also affects younger male representatives.
- The first symptom.Typically, patients with prostatitis complain of uncomfortable sensations (including very severe pain), while patients with adenoma complain of urinary tract disorders.
- reason.Prostatitis is an inflammatory process that can be caused by infections in the reproductive tract, while prostate adenomas are tissue growths caused by a variety of factors.
- Clinical pictures.Acute prostatitis is often accompanied by chills and fever, while adenoma occurs without signs of infection.
- The nature of pain.Inflammation is characterized by acute pain in the groin, perineum, and rectum.Tumors in early stages may not behave in any way.If pain occurs, it is mild.
Both conditions are characterized by impaired sexual function.
Causes of prostatitis
The disease occurs mainly under the influence of microorganisms that penetrate the prostate from various sources.Often, prostatitis occurs against the background of sexually transmitted infections.
The disease occurs mainly under the influence of microorganisms that penetrate the prostate from various sources.
Some experts classify congestive prostatitis as a separate group.This disease is caused by poor circulation in the pelvis.In this context, inflammation occurs.Infection can occur quickly.As a result, congestive prostatitis becomes chronic.
disease symptoms
Prostatitis comes in two forms: acute and chronic.
Not in all cases, acute prostatitis will cause noticeable symptoms.Some men report only general discomfort, mild pain, and temporary reduction in sexual function.
The acute form is characterized by the following symptoms:
- perineal pain;
- Feeling of pain under the scrotum;
- Increased body temperature;
- Pain during bowel movements;
- increased frequency of urination;
- Frequent painful urge to urinate;
- Erectile dysfunction.
Patients also complain of purulent and mucoid discharge from the urethra, severe perineal and groin pain, overstimulation, and painful ejaculation.
Important!Not in all cases, acute prostatitis will cause noticeable symptoms.Some men report only general discomfort, mild pain, and temporary reduction in sexual function.These symptoms of indolent prostatitis resemble those of prostate adenoma, which may lead to diagnostic errors.
Chronic pathology is characterized by 3 main groups of symptoms:
- pain.Men complain of pain in the rectum and lower back, and a stinging, stinging, and "pins and needles" sensation in the groin, thighs, perineum, and back.Against this background, patients may become nervous.Men may also experience sweating and chills.
- Urinary dysfunction.Men complain of slow urinary flow, difficulty emptying the bladder, and frequent urges to use the toilet.
- Sexual dysfunction.Patients may experience symptoms such as decreased libido, failure to ejaculate or premature ejaculation, and difficulty achieving a complete erection.Infertility often occurs due to prostatitis.
Pelvic gods are often involved in pathological processes.As a result, additional symptoms are added to the main symptoms of prostatitis.These symptoms include hot flashes, elevated body temperature at night, tachycardia, mood swings, and difficulty concentrating.Some men complain of daytime fatigue, drowsiness, paranoia, a foreign body sensation in the throat, increased salivation, and weight gain (without changes in diet or physical activity).
The cause of benign growth of glandular tissue is changes in testosterone metabolism in the cells.
Causes of prostate adenomas
The cause of benign growth of glandular tissue is changes in testosterone metabolism in the cells.This process is inevitable and begins in men around the age of 40-45 years.Therefore, every representative of the dominant sex will encounter more or less signs of pathology.Often, benign tumors have no obvious symptoms in the first stage but are diagnosed in the second or third stage.
Symptoms of glandular tissue hyperplasia
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma is the main symptoms.As with benign tumors, urological disorders always arise.
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma is the main symptoms.As with benign tumors, urological disorders always arise.
They are usually divided into 2 groups:
- Irritation signs.The patient complains of an increased desire to urinate, the need to empty the bladder regularly at night, and urinary incontinence.
- Signs of obstruction.They are the result of a narrowing of the urethra due to glandular growth.They manifest as straining to urinate, a weak, dripping urine stream.
As the disease progresses, the kidneys, ureters, and pelvis are all involved in the pathological process.This can lead to increased blood pressure, lower back pain, constant thirst, itchy skin, weakness and overall worsening of health.The patient developed cardiovascular system disease.Men also complain of suppressed sexual function.Infectious complications of prostate adenomas have also been detected.In some cases, stones can form in the bladder.Signs of varicose veins, if any, may also worsen.
Treatment principles for prostatitis and prostate adenoma
Various medications are used for disease treatment.
The goals of treatment for prostatitis are:
- Inhibits inflammatory processes;
- Prevents the active proliferation of bacteria;
- Improve lymphatic outflow and blood circulation in pelvic veins;
- Prevent the chronicity of pathological processes.
To do this, patients take anti-inflammatory and antibacterial medications, as well as IVs and blood thinners.Enzyme preparations and immune response stimulants are recommended.
The goals of treatment for prostate adenoma are:
- volume reduction;
- Return to normal urination.
To address these issues, patients take alpha-blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, herbal remedies, and other medications.
Both prostatitis and prostate adenoma may require restoration of potency.For this purpose, combination preparations based on herbal ingredients and other ingredients are prescribed.These medications may be used along with treatment of the underlying condition.If taken correctly, they do not harm the body.
Important!Any medication is specifically prescribed by a doctor.Self-medication is strictly prohibited.It can alter clinical presentation and cause diagnostic difficulties.Additionally, self-prescribing medications may worsen health conditions.You should also not stop taking your medication on your own!
In some cases, the disease can be treated with surgery.This medication is prescribed when conservative treatments are ineffective or inappropriate for some reason.
Generally, surgical intervention is indicated for stage 2-3 prostate adenomas.
Main businesses include:
- TUR (transurethral resection);
- laser treatment;
- Laparoscopy;
- Intervention using the da Vinci robot.
All surgeries are minimally invasive.They reduce damage to healthy tissue and provide a shorter recovery period.
Doctors select surgical techniques based on existing indications, the patient's comorbidities, and personal characteristics.
Successful treatment of prostate adenomas and prostatitis also includes:
- Quit bad habits (smoking and alcohol abuse);
- Exclude animal fats as well as canned, smoked and fried foods;
- A diet that limits simple carbohydrates;
- Adequate fluid intake (at least 2 liters of water);
- See your doctor regularly.You should contact him even if there are no signs of pathology.This will help identify any changes in a timely manner and prevent complications from occurring.
Advantages of going to the clinic
- Experienced doctor.Our experts have long been engaged in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate pathology.They have the knowledge and skills required to perform a variety of operations.
- Possibility of rapid diagnosis.Our experts use expert grade equipment.It allows you to make a diagnosis on the day of treatment.
- Individualized treatment approach.Treatment of prostatitis and prostate adenoma is provided taking into account the type and stage of the disease, the characteristics of the patient and his or her existing concomitant diseases.
- Conservative treatment using modern techniques.
- Modern surgical treatment methods.Surgical intervention using laser and da Vinci robot.Laparoscopic surgery and TUR (transurethral resection) are performed.This allows you to reduce the risks of intervention and the duration of the recovery period.
- Comfortability of visiting the clinic.They are located near the subway.Additionally, we have ensured no queues and are ready to receive patients at convenient times.