Today, drugs for the treatment of prostatitis occupy far from the last place in terms of the variety of drugs offered.And there is a reason: prostate diseases are the most common among the pathologies of the male reproductive system.
Prostatitis is an inflammatory process of the prostate gland.
Most often, the inflammation of this organ manifests itself:
- discomfort in the reproductive organs during or outside the act of urination;
- pain during ejaculation (ejaculation);
- unpleasant sensations in the pelvis and external genitalia.
All this leads to a decrease in activity and general well-being, emotional instability and psychological disorders.If you have these symptoms, you should immediately consult a specialist.
A qualified urologist will conduct the necessary diagnostic methods and help to deal with the disease.
Although it should be noted that the recovery process may take some time, it is easier to deal with minor dysfunctions of this organ than to start an irreversible process of developing fatal consequences, including prostate cancer.
General provisions of therapy
As noted above, prostatitis is an inflammatory process and, like any inflammation, is most often caused by bacteria, so it is not surprising that the drugs for prostatitis are mainly antibacterial agents (antibiotics).
The next step in the fight against the disease is non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.They have a positive effect by reducing swelling in the prostate gland by influencing the microcirculation in this organ.The goal of this treatment is to reduce venous congestion in the pelvis.
Another important point in the treatment of a patient with diseases of the reproductive system is the reduction of pain.In most cases (especially in chronic or complicated forms of the disease), pain is the main complaint, so the doctor should help the patient deal with extremely unpleasant sensations in the external genital area as soon as possible.
The last stage is an obstacle to the development of treatment complications and relapses in the future.
Here it is appropriate to prescribe medicinal correction of immunity, vitamin therapy, recommendations for improving health in general, which may include:
- low-fat diet;
- moderate physical activity;
- staying in fresh air;
- compliance with the basic rules of personal hygiene;
- giving up bad habits (smoking, alcohol);
- routine medical examination every six months.
By following these simple rules, you can not only avoid complications, but also prolong your sexual activity.
First step: pest control
Specialists conditionally divide antibacterial drugs for prostatitis into three main groups: fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines and macrolides, and less often - cephalosporins.
Fluoroquinolones are considered the most effective in the treatment of diseases of this organ due to several of their characteristics:
- have an effect on most types of microorganisms that cause disorders of the genitourinary system;
- they accumulate in the tissues of the gland, which provides maximum impact on bacteria;
- practically do not cause immunodeficiency after a course of therapy;
- do not cause resistance (resistance of microbes to the action of antibacterial drugs of this class).
Other prominent representatives of the group of antimicrobial agents for inflammation of this organ are tetracyclines and macrolides.
Long before the appearance of their improved companions, fluoroquinolones, these drugs helped to cope with disorders of the prostate gland of a bacterial nature.Over time, however, microorganisms become increasingly resistant to these two classes of drugs.In addition, these groups of drugs have a rather long list of side effects and contraindications.
It is worth noting that any antibacterial drug can have a spermatotoxic effect, which should be warned in advance.It is not advisable to use antibiotics at least four months before the expected conception (full cycle of spermatogenesis).
Step two: reduce swelling
Medicines for prostate diseases that have a positive effect on microcirculation have proven themselves in the modern treatment regimen for prostate diseases.They contribute to the complete supply of the gland tissues with medicinal compounds through the bloodstream, improve the outflow of secretions from the channels of this organ, increase the metabolic processes in the cells, which in general helps the body to cope with inflammation.
Among this group of drugs are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).Two forms of drugs from this series are most often used:
- rectal suppositories - due to the local effect of the drug, the effect appears relatively faster, which reduces the frequency and duration of administration;
- drops - taken orally.The course lasts twice as long as when using rectal suppositories.Prescribed 15 drops before meals 4 times a day.
To help the patient
Medicines for the treatment of prostatitis, the main direction of action of which is immunocorrection and pain relief, are not specific.But they can still alleviate the plight of the patient and reduce the risk of re-inflammation.
To reduce pain, your doctor may prescribe pain relievers orally (by mouth) or rectally (suppositories and micro-enemas).At the same time, taking tablets gives a relatively short-term effect, but is more convenient to use.
Specific therapy
Recently, more effective drugs for prostatitis, which have a narrow focus on the action in the body, are increasingly being prescribed.All of them are combined and act in the tissues of the gland, while at the same time having a beneficial effect on the cells of the organ, increasing their metabolism and the processes of restoration of functions.
Combined drugs are convenient to use, but do not forget about the generally accepted treatment regimen for prostate inflammation.It is best to consult a specialist about taking these drugs.
Hormonal therapy for prostatitis
More and more recently, male sex hormone drugs are prescribed as part of the general treatment regimen for inflammation of the prostate gland.But it is important to remember that they should be taken with great care and before prescribing, make sure that they are necessary for the patient.
Patients suffering from this disease note a decrease in the quality of their sex life for quite a long time.Among other things, such patients experience depression and apathy due to their sexual inferiority.Hormone therapy will help to deal with sexual dysfunction and improve the general condition of the person.
Whatever drugs the urologist recommends for recovery, remember that the key point in the treatment of any disease is strict compliance with the doctor's instructions and prescriptions, early diagnosis and taking care of your health.
And regardless of the likelihood of a relapse, don't neglect prevention.It is better to prevent a disease than to cure it.