Calculous prostatitis in men is a disease of the prostate gland caused by various causes. This pathology is treated on an outpatient basis with the help of medicines, physiotherapy and folk remedies. You can drink vitamin complexes and compounds that strengthen the immune system. Treatment must be comprehensive. When the first symptoms appear, you should consult a doctor. The sooner this pathology is detected, the faster the recovery will come.
Calculous prostatitis in men: what is it
Calculous prostatitis is a complication of chronic inflammation of the prostate gland, which consists in the formation of stones (calculi) in the excretory ducts of the prostate gland. The peak of this pathology falls on 30-39 years. This is associated with an increase in cases of chronic prostatitis, which develops against the background of sexually transmitted diseases.
In men aged 40-59 years, the occurrence of this pathology can be associated with prostate adenoma (growth of the glandular tissue of the prostate), and in people over 60 years old, with the extinction of sexual function. Depending on the cause of formation, stones are either true (primary) or false (secondary). The primary ones are formed in the ducts of the gland, and the secondary ones pass into the prostate from the upper urinary tract (kidneys, bladder and urethra) if the patient has urolithiasis.
Calculous prostatitis is caused by inflammation in the prostate gland. Violation of the emptying of the prostatic glands occurs due to the irregularity or lack of sexual intercourse, as well as a sedentary lifestyle. Against the background of an infection, stones form in a person, because of this, the secretion in the prostate stagnates.
In addition, the development of this disease leads to an abnormal reflux of a small amount of urine from the urethra into the ducts of the prostate gland during the emission of urine. Because of this, the salts in the urine crystallize, thicken and turn into stones. The calculi of the prostate gland are chemically the same as those of the bladder:
- oxalate (appear due to the formation of salts of oxalic acid);
- phosphate (formed against the background of a violation of the synthesis of phosphoric acid);
- urate (salts of uric acid are formed).
Main symptoms and types
The main symptom of calculous prostatitis is pain. It has a dull and aching character, and is located in the perineum, scrotum, above the pubis, in the sacrum and coccyx. The pain syndrome is aggravated by acts of defecation (fecal excretion), sexual intercourse, physical activity and prolonged sitting on a hard surface, as well as long walking.
Patients complain of frequent urination or complete urinary retention. Blood impurities (hematuria) or hemospermia (the appearance of blood plasma in the seminal fluid) are found in urea. People suffering from this disease are characterized by:
- decreased libido (sexual activity);
- weak erection;
- violations of ejaculation (discharge of seminal fluid during sexual intercourse);
- painful ejaculation.
In the absence of therapy, patients may develop complications in the form of:
- kidney disease;
- cystitis (inflammation of the urinary tract);
- infertility;
- abscess;
- urinary retention.
Treatment
Calculous prostatitis in men is treated with antibiotics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. In addition, vitamins are actively used in therapy 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 indicated when drug therapy does not give positive results for a long time.
Of the physiotherapeutic methods used:
- magnetotherapy (exposure to a magnetic field);
- laser treatment (stone removal);
- electrophoresis (use of current);
- EHF-therapy (irradiation with low frequencies).
With calculous prostatitis, prostate massage is strictly prohibited. The most effective method is the crushing of stones with a laser. In a few sessions, stones can be removed naturally. 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 a doctor before using this or that composition.
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 the herb of the coolant, leave for 2 hours.
- Strain the remedy and drink 1/2 cup before meals 3-4 times a day.
Collection of herbs
Required:
- mint;
- sage;
- plantain;
- calamus;
- bearberry;
- chamomile;
- nettle.
How to prepare and take:
- Mix all the ingredients, pour boiling water and leave for 2 hours.
- Take 70 ml 3 times a day.
Hawthorn
Hawthorn has a positive effect on the walls of blood vessels and has anti-inflammatory and choleretic properties.
Recipe:
- 3 art. l. plants pour 3 cups boiling water.
- Insist 3-4 hours.
- Drink the medicine three times a day for 1 glass.
Rose hip
With the help of rose hips, you can strengthen the immune system. A decoction from it should not be drunk by persons who have 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, strain.
- Take 250 ml three times a day for 30 days.
Mint
With the help of mint, you can relieve spasms, eliminate inflammation and relax the body. It is allowed to make tea from this plant and cinnamon. To prepare it you need:
- Take 1 tbsp. l. mint and honey, a cinnamon stick and 700 ml of water.
- Pour boiling water over cinnamon and mint and leave for 20 minutes.
- Add honey there.
It is better to drink the remedy after eating 1 glass.
Parsley
It is recommended to take an infusion of parsley. To prepare it, you need:
- Pour 1 tsp. 1 cup boiling water.
- Insist during the night.
Drink this medicine should be after straining 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 rest of the ingredients. The medicine should be drunk after a meal.
seeds
A decoction of green seeds can be used for calculous prostatitis. For this you need:
- 1 tspground seeds pour 400 ml of boiling water.
- Let it brew for 8 hours.
- Take during the day 200 ml.
Honey with walnut
In addition to herbs, honey is actively used in combination with walnuts. Pre-nuts should be crushed and mixed with bee product.
You need to take the remedy for 1 month, 1 tbsp. l. in a day.
horse chestnut
Horse chestnut helps to strengthen the immune system. To prepare an infusion from it, you need:
- 3 art. l. shell powder pour 3 cups boiling water and leave for 5 hours.
- Then strain this medicine and put on fire.
How to use: 50 ml 2-3 times a day.
You can make a decoction of horse chestnut with chamomile.
aspen bark
A popular remedy is aspen bark, which relieves inflammation. For this you should:
- 100 g of bark pour 1 liter of boiling water.
- Boil for 15 minutes over low heat.
- Filter.
- Drink 1 glass 30 minutes before meals for 2 months.