Unlike other forms of inflammatory diseases of the reproductive and excretory systems in men, chronic prostatitis in the early stages usually occurs against the background of almost complete absence of characteristic symptoms. This factor is often the reason why the patient does not consult a specialist due to the lack of physical illness, which complicates further treatment.
The main symptoms of chronic prostatitis are fully manifested when the disease is aggravated, while the symptoms may disappear completely during remission. In order to avoid complications, if there are even small changes in general well-being, it is necessary to consult a doctor to diagnose the disease.
The first signs of the disease
In the early stages, the symptoms of chronic prostatitis may differ slightly and may vary depending on the primary cause of the disease. Thus, for example, there are two main factors, the presence of which leads to the manifestation of the symptoms of the disease.
The first and main reason is the infection of the body with pathogenic viruses and bacteria, which should be attributed to those transmitted through intimacy. In such cases, the inflammatory process initially occurs in the genital area and spreads to the prostate gland through lymph and blood flow.
According to the characteristics of this form of the disease, its main symptoms are pain, itching, burning in the prostate gland and reproductive organs. In addition, there is a decrease in potency, as well as discharge of pus during urination and ejaculation.
During an exacerbation of the disease in men, there is often a general deterioration of physical well-being, a significant increase in temperature, loss of appetite and weakness. All these symptoms indicate the presence of a purulent abscess in the body and are a reason for urgent referral to a specialist.
The abacterial form of prostatitis is characterized by the fact that the main cause of the disease is congestion in the body. This pathology develops against the background of regular intimate life, good nutrition and lack of physical activity.
In this case, in addition to the main symptoms of inflammatory disease of the prostate, the patient may be disturbed by symptoms such as a systematic violation of feces, periodic dizziness, weakness, and deterioration of the digestive process.
The main stages of chronic prostatitis
As you know, it is easier to completely eliminate the main signs and symptoms of any disease when the diagnosis and appropriate treatment are carried out at the initial stage. Three main stages of disease development are characteristic for chronic prostate in men:
- First. At this stage of the development of the inflammatory process, any characteristic signs are almost completely absent. However, a significant number of men still have some negative changes in the body, such as: pain, burning sensation during ejaculation, lack of sexual desire, decreased reproductive function and increased urge to go to the toilet.
- The second stage of the disease is characterized by the presence of pathological changes in the prostate gland, healthy tissues are replaced by scar-like neoplasms, as a result of which the organ can no longer fully perform its original functions. In men, during this stage, there is a significant deterioration of potency or complete absence of erection, systematically increased sweating, severe pain and itching during urination.
- The third stage is characterized as the most advanced form of the disease. During this period, the prostate almost completely loses its natural functions, healthy tissues are replaced by pathogenic neoplasms, which causes an increase in the size of the gland. This pathology causes compression of the urinary and urinary bladder. Taking this into account, the patient almost does not feel temporary pain in the genital area and feels the feeling of excessive accumulation of the bladder. At this stage of the disease, complete elimination of the symptoms of the disease in men is possible only with the use of complex therapy, which should be used for a long time.
urinary disorder
Against the background of the development of the inflammatory process in the prostate gland, pathological changes also occur in the field of the male excretory system. Healthy prostate tissues are partially or completely replaced by scar formations, as a result of which the pressure on the bladder increases many times. This aspect contributes to the manifestation of the following symptoms of chronic prostatitis:
- The patient feels a constant urge to visit, but the feeling of fullness of the bladder does not go away after urination.
- Urination is often accompanied by severe pain, itching and burning. As the disease progresses, these symptoms become more noticeable.
- In the most advanced cases, the patient may see bloody or purulent discharge in the urine, which indicates the presence of an inflammatory site in the bladder. At the same time, the urine becomes cloudy, almost completely loses its transparency and acquires a distinct unpleasant smell.
- Most men report having to pass a small amount of urine between trips to the toilet.
Reproductive system dysfunction
One of the most unpleasant symptoms of chronic prostatitis is a violation of the reproductive system in men, which is expressed by the appearance of the following pathologies:
- Decreased libido, i. e. lack of sexual desire.
- Reducing the average duration of sexual intercourse, as well as increasing the time interval between them.
- The appearance of pain, burning, itching during direct intimate movement. Also, this discomfort can occur after intercourse.
- A general decrease in potency or a significant weakening of reproductive function. Most patients report sexual impotence in the early stages of the disease.
- Forced ejaculation. In most cases, if there is an inflammatory process in the pelvic organs, ejaculation occurs immediately after the start of sexual intercourse or within a few minutes before it occurs.
local symptoms
In addition to the main symptoms of prostatitis described above, most men are also concerned about additional symptoms caused by the development of the inflammatory process, such as:
- Itching and burning of the skin in the prostate and genitals. Usually, to eliminate such symptoms, local agents are used: creams, gels, ointments. However, if anxiety manifests itself only in this way, it may indicate an allergic reaction of the body to external negative factors.
- Pain in the prostate gland. In addition, pain can appear in the hips, abdomen, genitals. In chronic prostatitis, these symptoms are most often manifested during the exacerbation of the disease.
- The patient may also be bothered by periodic discharge from the genitals, which may contain pus or streaks of blood. Usually this symptom is characteristic of advanced forms of the disease, especially if there is no proper treatment.
Psychological aspects
Some disorders of the patient's usual behavior can also be characterized as the main symptoms of chronic prostatitis. Systematically occurring pains, burning, itching, urinary disorders, sexual weakness cause depressive states and nervous disorders.
In the absence of timely psychological help, as well as against the background of systematic stress, the general condition of the patient significantly worsens, the man becomes more nervous, anxious, nervous. In addition, appetite worsens, insomnia appears.
A comfortable atmosphere should be provided to the patient to stabilize the patient's condition and prevent mental disorders. The use of certain drugs with a sedative effect is also acceptable.
Additional features
An acute inflammatory process is often accompanied by a significant deterioration of general well-being, fever and a feeling of general weakness. These symptoms are characteristic of chronic prostatitis in the acute stage, but their manifestations are not excluded in the early stages of the disease.