Complications of prostatitis

Prostatitis is called inflammation of the prostate gland of various etiologies. The prostate is surrounded on all sides by the organs of the genitourinary system, between which the exchange of infection occurs quite easily. Sometimes the causative agent of the disease simultaneously enters the prostate and closely located organs. Sometimes pathological processes in these organs occur as complications of the underlying disease.

Vesiculitis

The course of prostatitis in men can serve as a provoking factor for inflammation of the seminal vesicles. The causative agent of the infectious process in most cases enters the seminal vesicles from the posterior region of the urethra through the ejaculatory duct. The development of vesiculitis is associated with prolonged sexual abstinence.

The clinical picture of the disease includes both the symptoms of prostatitis and some manifestations that are characteristic of vesiculitis. First of all, there are severe pains in the perineum and lower abdomen. Discomfort and pain occurs during ejaculation. The semen may contain blood or pus.

A man experiences a frequent need to empty his bladder, which is accompanied by pain. There may be pus in the urine. Sometimes vesiculitis is asymptomatic.

For the treatment of the inflammatory process of the seminal vesicles, mainly antibiotics are used. To alleviate the symptoms, anesthetic suppositories and tablets, laxatives are prescribed. When the acute period passes, physiotherapy is prescribed: internal massage, hot enemas.

Urethritis and colliculitis

Complications of prostatitis such as posterior urethritis (inflammation of the back of the urethra) and colliculitis (inflammation of the seminal tubercles) usually occur together, since the seminal tubercles are located near the back of the urethra. These diseases are characterized by cramps and dagger pains during urination, the presence of blood in the urine.

When ejaculation occurs, spasm of the inflamed back of the urethra and pinching of the seminal tubercle, which causes severe pain. Blood may appear in the semen.

For the treatment of posterior urethritis and colliculitis, broad-spectrum antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are used. It is recommended to temporarily stop sexual intercourse so as not to irritate the inflamed organs. For the same purpose, it is recommended to stop drinking alcohol, spicy and salty foods, and drink plenty of water to dilute the urine.

Abscess

The development of a prostate abscess is associated with the presence of bacteria in the organ. An abscess, as a complication of prostatitis, occurs in the presence of provoking factors: weakened immunity, the presence of infectious diseases, stagnation of blood in the veins of the small pelvis, hypothermia.

An abscess develops in the absence of ejaculation, that is, a man does not have sex, masturbation, and he does not have wet dreams.

The clinical picture of an abscess includes symptoms characteristic of any purulent process. The man has a strong fever, he feels unwell, weak, feverish phenomena are possible. The pain is very strong, increasing with urination. There is a feeling of heat in the prostate gland, which is associated with an increase in local temperature during a purulent process. A neglected abscess is cured by surgery.

Sclerosis of the prostate

Against the background of a long course of prostatitis in a chronic form and the lack of systematic adequate treatment, tissues atrophy and are gradually replaced by connective ones. This is a long process, it can take several years. Symptoms of prostate sclerosis are similar to those of other urological pathologies. Therefore, in the chronic course of the disease, it is necessary to regularly examine and carry out the prescribed treatment.

The man has difficulty urinating, urine comes out reluctantly. In this case, pain occurs, which is associated with a developing violation of the patency of the urethra. Treatment of sclerosis of the prostate is carried out surgically.

Prostate cyst

This pathology is a fairly common phenomenon. Appearing against the background of prostatitis, the cyst complicates its course and makes it difficult to cure. If a pathogen enters the cyst, purulent inflammation begins. Treatment of the cyst is carried out by performing a puncture. A needle is inserted into the cyst and fluid is aspirated. If the cyst is large and blocks the urethra, surgical excision is required.

Stones in the prostate

This is a rather rare occurrence. If stones are formed against the background of prostatitis, this greatly complicates the course of the disease, provoking exacerbations. The presence of stones in the ducts of the gland contributes to the constant maintenance of the inflammatory process. Stones cause pain, which increases with tension in the inguinal muscles.

The treatment of inflammation complicated by the presence of stones is a complex process. However, new effective methods of treatment are now being used.For example, a special substance that contributes to the destruction of stones is introduced through the urethra.

Reduced erectile function and infertility

Potency problems are a very common complication of prostatitis. With acute prostrate the reduction of sexual function, as a rule, almost no observed. Launched prostatitis, which is not treated, in most cases leads to a decrease in the erectile function.

The inflammatory process continuing for a long time acts on the conductivity of nerve fibers transmitting signals to brain centers responsible for sexual excitement. Stagnation processes and blood circulation violation in small pelvis organs also do not contribute to the erection: in this area there is not enough blood for a full full-filling of the penis.

In addition to the erection violation in men with prostatitis, there is a disorder of ejaculation, and, as a result, the inability to experience full-fledged organic sensations. If prostatitis proceeds with complications, a man may experience pain at the moment of seeds, which does not contribute to the achievement of orgasm.

The treatment of erectile dysfunction is a complex, laborious and long process. In many cases, the reduction in potency requires not only drug treatment, but also consulting the psychotherapist.

Against the background of chronic prostatitis, loss of reproductive function may occur. The long-term inflammatory process of prostate leads to a decrease in the synthesis of androgen and testosterone, as well as to the oppression of the function of the production of sperm. Also, chronic inflammation can lead to blockage of seed-thrust ducts. In addition, the ability of spermatozoa to move is reduced. The quality of sperm is also reduced due to the fact that sexual cells are produced with incorrect structure, which cannot fully mature and are not capable of fertilization.

The treatment of these pathologies is complicated by the fact that medicines can more deteriorate the quality of sperm and negatively affect the process of spermatogenesis. However, medicine does not stand still, and at the moment new methods of treating infertility are already used, aimed at eliminating the causes of fertile dysfunction.

Prostate adenoma

One of the complications of the prostatitis in men is the formation of adenoma. This is a benign neoplasm resulting from a glandular prostate epithelium. Adenoma symptoms are largely similar to the clinical picture of prostatitis. The man is tormented by frequent urge to urination, including at night, perineum pain, hematuria can be observed.

Adenoma treatment is carried out with the help of drugs that reduce the tone of a smooth muscle of prostate. In cases where conservative therapy is ineffective, surgical and minimally invasive treatment methods are used.

Timely treatment of prostatitis allows you to avoid complications and negative effects of inflammation of the prostate gland, keep male health, sexual function and fertilization.