Can prostatitis cause constipation, how to get rid of the symptom?

Inflammation of the prostate causes many unpleasant symptoms, many of which are very delicate. Men suffer from all kinds of disorders. Constipation with prostatitis occurs for various reasons, in particular, due to an increase in the size of the gland.

Can there be constipation with prostatitis in men?

Constipation against the background of inflammation of the prostate gland is a common occurrence. According to medical reports, this is an optional but common symptom.

Main symptoms:

• Constant pain in the lower abdomen;
• Burning and uncomfortable sensations in the anus;
• Feeling of a foreign object in the anal area;
• Persistent but unsuccessful urge to defecate;
• Belly seems full even after using the toilet;
• Lack of stool for several days;
• Presence of wounds and cracks in the anus;
• The presence of mucus and blood in the feces.

Most often, this picture is observed in acute prostatitis. After the onset of remission, difficulties with defecation also disappear.

Why does it happen?

The intestine and the prostate are in close proximity to each other, therefore, in the presence of pathologies, the second inevitably suffers from the first. Constipation with prostatitis may be, according to doctors, a consequence of factors:

• Significant enlargement of the prostate gland in size;
• Changes in the processes of blood circulation and lymph supply.

Sometimes the effect becomes the root cause. Chronic constipation can cause inflammation of the prostate. The presence of pathogenic microorganisms in the intestinal tract causes a decrease in the immune defense. This factor promotes the activation of bacteria in the prostate gland.

Violation of the stool is not always caused by prostatitis. Constipation against the background of a "male disease" can be determined using the above symptoms in conjunction with the following signs:

• Lethargy;
• Chronic drowsiness;
• Decreased appetite;
• Temperature rise;
• Erectile dysfunction;
• Problematic diuresis.

Treatment of constipation due to inflammation of the prostate

Disorder of stool against the background of inflammation of the prostate gland requires action. Without therapy, the situation is likely to worsen. Prolonged and unsuccessful urge to defecate can provoke the appearance of cracks, inflammation of the hemorrhoids.

It is important for patients to control the work of the intestinal tract and prevent stool disturbances. However, if you still have constipation with prostatitis, treatment depends on how severe the pathology is. In the absence of serious diseases of the intestinal tract, some measures can be dispensed with.

• Introducing high amounts of fiber into the diet. It stimulates the intestinal tract. The mechanism of action is its swelling in the intestine. Increasing in size, fiber propels the stool to the "exit". Fresh salads should be seasoned with a spoonful of olive oil;
• Sufficient use of prunes, beets, carrots. They improve bowel motility, making it easier to defecate;
• Use of fermented milk products. Natural homemade yogurt or yogurt restore the intestinal microflora. It is important to understand that most store-bought sour milk contains additives that negate all the beneficial effects;
• Drinking regime. One of the reasons that aggravate constipation is a lack of fluid in the body. It is important to consume enough water: it softens the stool masses and is useful for restoring metabolic processes. Part of the drinking norm can be green tea, herbal decoctions, fresh juices, homemade compotes. There are features of drinking fluid for prostatitis: on an empty stomach you should drink 400-500 ml of water. The interval between drinking and eating should be at least an hour, you should not drink food.

You can fight constipation by avoiding a number of foods:

• Coffee and caffeinated beverages;
• Sugar;
• Rice groats;
• Pickles and smoked meats;
• Pasta;
• Fresh baked goods;
• Whole milk;
• Alcohol;
• Garnet;
• Unripe bananas;
• Cookies.

The connection between the prostate and the intestines is such that it is impossible to cope with one disease without defeating another. In the presence of intestinal diseases, prostatitis cannot be completely cured, therefore therapy should be comprehensive.

In a situation where nutritional correction has not worked, it is necessary to resort to medications. Their reception is possible only with the approval of the attending physician. Most often, soft herbal remedies are recommended, which are selected taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient. For example, Senadexin.

Sunflower oil is sometimes used as a substitute for drugs.Doctors recommend drinking one tablespoon immediately upon waking up. It helps to relieve constipation and improve the functionality of the digestive system.

Physical activity also helps fight stool disturbances. The treatment of prostatitis often includes running, swimming, and feasible exercise complexes. With their help, the processes of natural defecation are restored. It is also necessary to take walks every day for at least half an hour in the fresh air.

Promotes constipation:

• Nervous work;
• Lack of sleep;
• Constant exposure to stress.

If there is no opportunity to cope with psychological difficulties on your own, you should contact a psychologist or neurologist to prescribe treatment.

You can effectively solve the problem of impaired defecation with the help of folk remedies:

• Steam a tablespoon of flaxseeds with boiling water. Eat in 15 minutes;
• Brew according to the instructions one of the herbal laxatives sold in the pharmacy;
• Mix equal parts raisins, dried apricots and prunes. Season with sunflower oil and grind in a blender. Eat before bed on a spoon;
• Mix a teaspoon of aloe juice and a glass of pure water. Consume once a day on an empty stomach.

IMPORTANT: you need to use one of the means, not all at once, otherwise you can achieve excessive gastrointestinal upset.

If the intestines are not emptied within 72 hours, the body becomes intoxicated. You should monitor your own condition and take timely measures to restore normal stool.