Today, prostate medications occupy the last place in terms of the variety of assortment among the medications offered. And it is not in vain: prostate diseases are the most common among the pathologies of the reproductive system in men.
Prostatitis is an inflammatory process of the prostate gland.
Most often, inflammation of this organ is manifested:
- discomfort in the reproductive organs during or outside the act of urination;
- pain during ejaculation (ejaculation);
- discomfort in the pelvic area and external genitalia.
All of this leads to a decline in activity and overall well-being, emotional instability, and psychological distress. If you suffer from these symptoms, you should contact a specialist immediately.
A qualified urologist will perform the necessary diagnostic methods and help to cope with the disease.
Although it should be noted that the healing process may take some time, it is easier to cope with minor malfunctions of this organ than to begin an irreversible process of developing fatal consequences, including prostate cancer.
General provisions of therapy
As mentioned above, prostatitis is an inflammatory process, and, like any inflammation, it is most often caused by bacteria, so it is not surprising that medications for prostatitis are primarily antibacterial agents (antibiotics).
The next step in the fight against the disease are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. They have a positive effect by reducing edema in the area of the prostate gland affecting the microcirculation in this organ. The purpose of this treatment line is to reduce venous congestion in the small pelvis.
Another important point in managing a patient with diseases of the reproductive system is the reduction of pain syndrome. In most cases (especially in chronic or complicated forms of the disease), it is the pain that is the main complaint, so the doctor should help the patient cope with the extremely uncomfortable sensations in the external genital area as soon as possible.
The final stage is to prevent the development of treatment complications and future relapses.
Here it is appropriate to prescribe immunosuppressive drugs, vitamin therapy, recommendations for improving general health, which may include:
- a low-fat diet;
- moderate physical activity;
- stay in the fresh air;
- compliance with basic rules of personal hygiene;
- rejection of bad habits (smoking, alcohol);
- scheduled medical examination every six months.
By following these simple rules, you can not only avoid complications, but also prolong your sexual activity.
Step One: Pest Control
Specialists conditionally divide antibacterial drugs for prostatitis into three main groups: fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines and macrolides, more rarely - 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;
- accumulate in the glandular tissue, which provides the maximum effect 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 advent of their improved companions, fluoroquinolones, these drugs helped to cope with prostate gland disorders of a bacterial nature. However, over time, microorganisms have become increasingly resistant to these two classes of drugs. Moreover, these groups of drugs have a fairly long list of side effects and contraindications.
It should be noted that any antibacterial drug can have a spermatotoxic effect, which the patient should be warned in advance. It is undesirable to use antibiotics at least four months before the intended conception (complete spermatogenesis cycle).
Step two: reduce swelling
Remedies for prostate disease, which have a positive effect on microcirculation, are well proven in the modern therapy scheme for prostate diseases. They contribute to the complete supply of glandular tissue with medicinal compounds through the bloodstream, improve the outflow of secretions from the ducts of this organ, increase metabolic processes in cells, which generally helps the body cope with inflammation.
Among this group of drugs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are distinguished. Most often, two forms of medicine of this series are used:
- rectal suppositories - due to the local action of the drug, the effect appears relatively faster, which reduces the frequency and duration of reception;
- points are taken inside. The course lasts twice as long as when using rectal suppositories. Prescribed from 15 drops before meals 4 times a day.
To help the patient
Drugs for the treatment of prostatitis, whose main direction of action is immunocorrection and pain relief, are not specific. But they are still able to ease the patient's fate and reduce the risk of re-inflammation.
To reduce pain, your doctor may prescribe painkillers for the mouth (orally) or rectally (suppositories and microencapsulation). At the same time, taking the pill gives a relatively short-term effect, but is more convenient to use.
Specific therapy
Recently, increasingly effective medications for prostatitis, which have a narrow focus of action on the body, have been increasingly prescribed. All of them are combined and act on the glandular tissues, in parallel they have a beneficial effect on the cells of the organ, increasing their metabolism and the processes of restoring functions.
Combination medications are convenient to use, but do not forget about the generally accepted treatment regimen for prostate inflammation. It is a good idea to consult a specialist about taking these medicines.
Hormone therapy for prostatitis
Increasingly, male sex hormone medications are prescribed in the general regimen for the treatment of prostate gland inflammation. But it is important to remember that they should be taken very carefully, and before the appointment, make sure that they are necessary for the patient.
Patients suffering from this disease have noticed a decrease in their quality of sex life for a long time. Among other things, such patients experience depression and apathy against the background of their sexual inferiority. Hormone therapy will help to cope with sexual dysfunction and improve a person’s overall condition.
Whatever medication your urologist recommends for you to cure, remember that the key point in treating any ailment is strict adherence to your doctor’s instructions and prescriptions, early diagnosis and care for your health.
And despite the possibility of relapse, do not neglect prevention. Disease prevention is better than cure.