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 drugs, physiotherapy and folk remedies. You can drink vitamin complexes and compounds that strengthen the immune system. Treatment should 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 results in the formation of stones (calculi) in the excretory ducts of the prostate gland. The peak of this pathology falls at the age of 30-39. 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 appearance of this pathology can be associated with prostate adenoma (proliferation of the glandular tissue of the prostate), and in people over 60 years old - with the disappearance of sexual function. Depending on the cause of formation, the stones are real (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 parts of the urinary tract (kidneys, bladder and urethra) if the patient has urolithiasis.
Calculous prostatitis is caused by inflammation of the prostate gland. Violation of the emptying of the prostate glands occurs due to irregular or lack of sexual intercourse, as well as a sedentary lifestyle. Against the background of infection, stones form in a person, due to which 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 urination. Because of this, the salts in the urine crystallize, thicken and turn into stones. Prostate calculi are chemically the same as bladder stones:
- oxalate (appear due to the formation of oxalic acid salts);
- phosphate (formed against the background of a violation of the synthesis of phosphoric acid);
- urates (uric acid salts are formed).
Main symptoms and types
The main symptom of calculous prostatitis is pain. It has a dull and painful character and is localized in the perineum, scrotum, above the pubis, in the sacrum and coccyx. The pain syndrome is aggravated by acts of defecation (feces), sexual intercourse, physical activity and prolonged sitting on a hard surface, as well as long walking.
Patients complain of frequent urination or complete retention of urine. Blood impurities (hematuria) or hemospermia (the appearance of blood plasma in the seminal fluid) are detected in the urea. People suffering from this disease are characterized by:
- decreased libido (sexual activity);
- weak erection;
- ejaculation disorders (ejaculation 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 nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. In addition, vitamins are actively used in therapy to strengthen immunity, anti-inflammatory drugs, prebiotics (after 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 (removal of stones);
- electrophoresis (use of current);
- EHF-therapy (radiation with low frequencies).
In case of calculous prostatitis, massage of the prostate 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 training therapy (physiotherapy) 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 the main 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 tea
Sage has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects and also improves digestion.
Preparation and application:
- Pour the sage and herb from the coolant with 500 ml of boiling water, leave for 2 hours.
- Strain and drink 1/2 cup before meals 3-4 times a day.
Collecting herbs
Mandatory:
- peppermint;
- sage;
- plantain;
- air;
- bearberry;
- chamomile;
- nettles.
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 are poured with 3 cups of boiling water.
- Insist for 3-4 hours.
- Drink the medicine three times a day for 1 glass.
Rosehip
With the help of rose hips, you can strengthen the immune system. A decoction of it should not be drunk by people with increased acidity.
Preparation and application:
- 4 tablespoons of rosehip roots are poured with 2 cups of water.
- Bring to a boil and simmer 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, remove inflammation and relax the body. It is allowed to make tea from this plant and cinnamon. To prepare it you need:
- Take 1 tbsp of mint and honey, a stick of cinnamon and 700 ml of water.
- Pour boiling water over the cinnamon and mint and leave for 20 minutes.
- Add honey there.
It is better to drink the medicine after eating 1 cup.
Parsley
It is recommended to take an infusion of parsley. To prepare it, you need:
- Pour 1 tsp. 1 cup of boiling water.
- Insist at night.
Drink this medicine 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 other ingredients. The medicine should be taken after meals.
seeds
A decoction of green seeds can be used for calculous prostatitis. For this you need:
- Pour 1 hour of ground seeds with 400 ml of boiling water.
- Let it brew for 8 hours.
- Take 200 ml during the day.
Honey with walnuts
In addition to herbs, honey is actively used in combination with walnuts. In advance, the nuts must be crushed and mixed with the bee product.
You need to take the medicine for 1 month at 1 tbsp in one day.
horse chestnut
Horse chestnut helps strengthen the immune system. To prepare an infusion from it, you need:
- 3 Art. l powder of shells are poured with 3 cups of boiling water and left for 5 hours.
- Then strain this medicine and put it 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 need:
- Pour 100 g of bark with 1 liter of boiling water.
- Boil for 15 minutes on low heat.
- Filter.
- Drink 1 cup 30 minutes before meals for 2 months.