In men, calculous prostatitis is a disease of the prostate gland caused by various causes. This pathology is treated on an outpatient basis with the help of drugs, physiotherapy and folk remedies. You can drink vitamin complexes and compounds that strengthen the immune system. Treatment should be comprehensive. You should see a doctor when the first symptoms appear. The earlier this pathology is detected, the faster the recovery will be.
Calculous prostatitis in men: what is it?
Calculous prostatitis is a complication of chronic inflammation of the prostate gland, which consists of the formation of stones (stones) in the excretory ducts of the prostate. The peak of this pathology falls on 30-39 years. This is associated with an increase in the incidence of chronic prostatitis, which develops against the background of sexually transmitted diseases.
In men aged 40-59, this pathology can be associated with prostate adenoma (growth of prostate gland tissue), and in men over 60, it can be associated with the cessation of sexual function. Depending on the reason for their formation, the stones are true (primary) or false (secondary). The primary ones are formed in the ducts of the gland, and the secondary ones enter the prostate from the upper urinary tract (kidneys, bladder and urethra) if the patient suffers from urolithiasis.
Calculous prostatitis is caused by inflammation of the prostate. Violation of the discharge of the prostate glands occurs due to the irregularity or lack of sexual intercourse, as well as a sedentary lifestyle. Against the background of the infection, stones are formed in the person, because of this the secretion of the prostate stagnates.
In addition, the development of this disease leads to abnormal backflow of a small amount of urine from the urethra into the ducts of the prostate gland during urination. Because of this, the salts in the urine crystallize, thicken and turn into stones. Prostatic calculus is chemically the same as in the bladder:
- oxalate (appears due to the formation of salts of oxalic acid);
- phosphate (on the background of a violation of the synthesis of phosphoric acid);
- urate (the salts of uric acid are formed).
Main symptoms and types
The main symptom of calculous prostatitis is pain. Dull and painful in nature, located in the perineum, scrotum, suprapubic bone, sacrum and coccyx. The pain syndrome is aggravated by defecation (faeces), sexual intercourse, physical activity and prolonged sitting on a hard surface, as well as long walks.
Patients complain of frequent urination or complete urinary retention. Urea contains blood impurities (hematuria) or hemospermia (appearance of blood plasma in the seminal fluid). People suffering from this disease are characterized by:
- decreased libido (sexual activity);
- weak erection;
- Violation of ejaculation (ejaculation of seminal fluid during intercourse);
- painful ejaculation.
In the absence of therapy, patients may develop complications:
- kidney disease;
- cystitis (inflammation of the urinary tract);
- infertility;
- abscess;
- urinary retention.
Treatment
In men, calculous prostatitis is treated with antibiotics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. In addition, vitamins are actively used to strengthen immunity, anti-inflammatory drugs, prebiotics (after taking a course of antibiotics) and other drugs. Sometimes surgery is used to remove the stones. This method is recommended when drug therapy does not give positive results for a long time.
Among the physiotherapy methods used:
- magnetotherapy (exposure to a magnetic field);
- laser treatment (stone removal);
- electrophoresis (use of electricity);
- EHF therapy (low frequency radiation).
Prostate massage is strictly prohibited in case of calculous prostatitis. The most effective method is laser crushing of stones. Stones can be removed naturally in a few sessions. Sometimes the doctor prescribes exercise therapy (physiotherapy exercises) in the form of gymnastics, exercises to reduce and relax the anal muscles.
Therapy with folk remedies
Folk remedies can reduce the severity of symptoms. They can be used as an adjunct to basic therapy. It is not recommended to self-medicate, it is better to consult your doctor before using this or that preparation.
The most effective folk remedies are presented below.
Sage
Sage has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects and also improves digestion.
Preparation and application:
- Pour 500 ml of boiling water over the sage and coolant herb, let stand for 2 hours.
- Filter the medicine and drink 1/2 cup before meals 3-4 times a day.
A collection of herbs
Required:
- Mint;
- sage;
- cooking banana;
- calamus;
- bearberry;
- chamomile;
- nettle.
How to prepare and take:
- Mix all the ingredients, pour boiling water and leave for 2 hours.
- Take 70 ml three times a day.
Hawthorn
Hawthorn has a positive effect on the walls of blood vessels, has anti-inflammatory and choleretic properties.
Recipe:
- 3 art. l. plants pour 3 cups of boiling water.
- Insist for 3-4 hours.
- Drink the medicine three times a day for 1 glass.
Rosehips
With the help of rose hips, you can strengthen the immune system. The decoction made from it should not be drunk by people with high acidity.
Preparation and application:
- 4 tbsp. l. rosehip roots pour 2 cups of water.
- Bring to a boil and keep on low heat for 20 minutes.
- Cool, filter.
- Take 250 ml three times a day for 30 days.
Mint
With the help of mint, you can relieve cramps, eliminate inflammation and relax the body. A tea can be made from this plant and cinnamon. To make it you need:
- Take 1 tbsp. l. mint and honey, a cinnamon stick and 700 ml of water.
- Pour boiling water over the cinnamon and mint and let stand for 20 minutes.
- Add honey.
It is better to drink the remedy after drinking 1 glass.
Parsley
I recommend an infusion of parsley. To make it you will need:
- Pour 1 tsp. 1 cup of boiling water.
- Insist during the night.
This medicine should be taken after filtering 50 ml per day.
Parsley can be combined with honey and lemon juice. To do this, squeeze the juice from the greens and mix with the other ingredients. The medicine should be taken after a meal.
seeds
A decoction of green seeds can be used for prostatitis. For this you need:
- Pour 1 teaspoon of ground seeds with 400 ml of boiling water.
- Let it cook for 8 hours.
- Take 200 ml during the day.
Honey with walnuts
In addition to herbs, honey is actively used in combination with walnuts. The pre-nuts must be crushed and mixed with the bee product.
You need to take the medicine for 1 month, 1 tbsp. l. in a day.
horse chestnut
Horse chestnut strengthens the immune system. To prepare the infusion, you need:
- 3 art. l. pour bark powder with 3 cups of boiling water and leave for 5 hours.
- Then filter this medicine and put it on fire.
Usage: 50 ml 2-3 times a day.
You can make a horse chestnut decoction with chamomile.
poplar bark
Poplar bark is a popular remedy that relieves inflammation. To do this, you must:
- Pour 100 g of bark with 1 liter of boiling water.
- Boil for 15 minutes on low heat.
- Filter.
- Drink 1 glass 30 minutes before meals for 2 months.