Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are diseases that are often diagnosed in men.It is not surprising that representatives of the stronger sex are interested in their symptoms and other features.Let's figure out how these pathologies differ and how they are treated.
Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are diseases that are often diagnosed in men.
What is the difference between prostate adenoma and prostatitis?
In fact, there are quite a few differences.
They relate to the following factors:
- Time of onset of the disease.Prostate adenoma is usually diagnosed in men aged 45–50 years, and prostatitis also affects younger representatives of the stronger sex.
- First symptoms.As a rule, with prostatitis, patients complain of unpleasant sensations (including quite severe pain), and with adenoma – of urinary disorders.
- Reasons.Prostatitis is an inflammatory process and can be provoked by genital tract infections, and prostate adenoma is the growth of tissue due to various factors.
- Clinical picture.Acute prostatitis is often accompanied by chills and fever, and adenoma occurs without signs of infection.
- The nature of pain.Inflammation is characterized by acute pain in the groin, perineum and rectum.A tumor in its early stages may not manifest itself in any way.Even if pain occurs, it is minor.
Both pathologies are characterized by impaired sexual function.
Causes of prostatitis development
The disease develops mainly under the influence of microorganisms that penetrate the prostate gland from various sources.As a rule, prostatitis occurs against the background of sexually transmitted infections.
The disease develops mainly under the influence of microorganisms that penetrate the prostate gland from various sources.
Some experts classify congestive prostatitis as a separate group.This disease is provoked by poor circulation in the pelvis.Against this background, inflammation occurs.The infection sets in quite quickly.As a result, congestive prostatitis becomes chronic.
Symptoms of the disease
Prostatitis can occur in two forms: acute and chronic.
Not in all cases, acute prostatitis occurs with pronounced symptoms.Some men report only general malaise, mild pain and a temporary weakening of sexual function.
The acute form is characterized by the following symptoms:
- pain in the perineum;
- feeling of aching under the scrotum;
- increased body temperature;
- pain during defecation;
- increased frequency of urination;
- frequent painful urge to urinate;
- Erection disorders.
Patients also complain of purulent and mucous discharge from the urethra, shooting pain in the perineum and groin, overstimulation, and painful ejaculation.
Important!Not in all cases, acute prostatitis occurs with pronounced symptoms.Some men report only general malaise, mild pain and a temporary weakening of sexual function.These symptoms of a sluggish form of prostatitis resemble prostate adenoma, which can lead to errors in diagnosis.
Chronic pathology is characterized by 3 main groups of symptoms:
- Painful.Men complain of pain in the rectum and lower back, shooting sensations, tingling and “pins and needles” in the groin, thighs, perineum and back.Against this background, the patient may become nervous.Men also report bouts of sweating and chills.
- Urinary dysfunction.Men complain of a sluggish stream of urine, difficulties when trying to empty the bladder, and frequent urge to go to the toilet.
- Sexual function disorder.Patients note a decrease in libido, lack of ejaculation or its prematureness, and difficulties with a full erection.Infertility often occurs due to prostatitis.
The pelvic nerves are often involved in the pathological process.As a result, additional symptoms are added to the main symptoms of prostatitis.They consist of hot flashes and increased temperature in the evenings, tachycardia, as well as mood swings and problems with concentration.Some men complain of fatigue and drowsiness during the day, suspiciousness, a feeling of a lump in the throat, increased salivation, weight gain (without changes in diet and physical activity).
The cause of benign growth of gland tissue is a change in testosterone metabolism in the cells.
Reasons for the development of prostate adenoma
The cause of benign growth of gland tissue is a change in testosterone metabolism in the cells.This process is inevitable and begins in men at approximately 40–45 years of age.Therefore, every representative of the stronger sex encounters signs of pathology to one degree or another.Typically, a benign tumor does not have pronounced symptoms at the first stage, but is diagnosed already at stage 2 or 3.
Symptoms of proliferation of gland tissue
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptom.With a benign tumor, urinary disorders always come to the fore.
The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptom.With a benign tumor, urinary disorders always come to the fore.
They are usually divided into 2 groups:
- Irritative signs.Patients complain of an increased urge to urinate, the need for regular nighttime bladder emptying, and urinary incontinence.
- Obstructive signs.They are a consequence of narrowing of the urethra due to the growth of the gland.They manifest themselves in the need to strain when urinating, a weak stream of urine, and dripping in drops.
As the disease develops, the kidneys, ureters and pelvis are involved in the pathological process.This leads to increased blood pressure, lower back pain, constant thirst, itchy skin, weakness, and a general deterioration in well-being.Patients develop pathologies of the cardiovascular system.Men also complain of suppressed sexual function.Infectious complications of prostate adenoma are also detected.In some cases, stones form in the bladder.Signs of varicose veins (if any) may also worsen.
Principles of treatment of prostatitis and prostate adenoma
Disease therapy is carried out using various groups of drugs.
Treatment of prostatitis is aimed at:
- suppression of the inflammatory process;
- stopping the active proliferation of bacteria;
- improving lymph outflow and blood circulation in the pelvic veins;
- prevention of chronicity of the pathological process.
For these purposes, patients are prescribed anti-inflammatory and antibacterial drugs, as well as venotonics and blood thinners.Enzyme agents and immune response stimulants are recommended.
Treatment of prostate adenoma is aimed at:
- volume reduction;
- restoration of normal urination.
To solve these problems, patients are prescribed alpha-blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, herbal medicines and other drugs.
Both with prostatitis and prostate adenoma, potency restoration may be required.For this purpose, combination preparations based on herbal components and other components are prescribed.The drugs can be used simultaneously with the treatment of underlying pathologies.When taken correctly, they do not harm the body.
Important!Any medications are prescribed exclusively by a doctor.Self-medication is strictly prohibited.It can change the clinical picture and lead to diagnostic difficulties.In addition, self-prescription of medications can cause deterioration in well-being.You should also not stop taking medications on your own!
In some cases, diseases are treated surgically.It is prescribed when conservative therapy is ineffective or inappropriate for one reason or another.
As a rule, surgical interventions are relevant at stages 2–3 of prostate adenoma.
The main operations include:
- TUR (transurethral resection);
- laser treatment;
- laparoscopy;
- interventions using the da Vinci robot.
All operations are minimally invasive.They reduce damage to healthy tissue and provide a short rehabilitation period.
The surgical technique is selected by the doctor based on the available indications, the patient’s concomitant diseases and his individual characteristics.
Successful treatment of prostate adenoma and prostatitis also includes:
- Quitting bad habits (smoking and alcohol abuse);
- Exclusion of animal fats, as well as canned foods, smoked and fried foods;
- Restriction in the diet of simple carbohydrates;
- Intake of sufficient fluid into the body (at least 2 liters of water);
- Regular visits to your doctor.You should contact him even if there are no signs of pathology.This will allow timely identification of all changes and prevent the development of complications.
Benefits of going to the clinic
- Experienced doctors.Our specialists have been involved in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate pathologies for a long time.They have the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out a wide range of manipulations.
- Possibilities for quick diagnostics.Our specialists use expert-class equipment.It allows you to make a diagnosis on the day of treatment.
- Individual approach to therapy.Treatment of prostatitis and prostate adenoma is provided taking into account the type and stage of the disease, the characteristics of the patient, as well as his existing concomitant diseases.
- Conservative therapy using modern techniques.
- Modern methods of surgical treatment.Surgical interventions are performed using a laser and a da Vinci robot.Laparoscopic operations and TUR (transurethral resection) are performed.This allows you to reduce the risks of interventions and the duration of the rehabilitation period.
- Comfort of visiting clinics.They are located near the metro.In addition, we have made sure that there are no queues and are ready to receive patients at a time convenient for them.