Unlike other forms of inflammatory disease of the male reproductive and excretory system, early chronic prostatitis usually occurs in a setting with almost complete absence of characteristic symptoms. This factor is often the reason why patients do not seek specialist medical attention because they do not have a medical condition, which complicates further treatment.
The main signs of chronic prostatitis are fully manifested when the disease becomes acute, while during remission, symptoms may disappear completely. To avoid complications, it is necessary to consult a doctor to diagnose the disease if there is a slight change in general health.
first signs of disease
Signs of early chronic prostatitis can vary and can vary depending on the original cause that led to the development of the disease. Thus, for example, two main factors, the presence of which lead to manifestations of disease symptoms, are mainly distinguished.
The first and main reason is that the body is infected with disease-causing viruses and bacteria, which must also be attributed to those transmitted through intimate relationships. In this case, the inflammatory process occurs initially in the genital area and spreads into the prostate through lymph and blood.
Due to the specificity of this disease, its main symptoms are pain, itching, burning in the area of the prostate and reproductive organs. In addition, there is a decrease in potency, as well as the release of pus during urination and ejaculation.
During exacerbations of the disease in men, there is usually a general deterioration in physical health, markedly elevated body temperature, loss of appetite and weakness. All of these symptoms indicate the presence of a purulent abscess in the body and are a reason to call a specialist urgently.
The non-bacterial form of prostatitis is characterized by the fact that the main cause of the disease is congestion in the body. This pathology develops in the context of a lack of regular intimacy, good nutrition and physical activity.
In this case, patients may suffer from symptoms such as systemic stool disturbance, periodic dizziness, weakness, and worsening digestion, in addition to the main signs of prostatitis.
The main stages of chronic prostatitis
As you know, it is much easier to completely eliminate the major signs and symptoms of any disease when it is diagnosed and treated appropriately in the initial stages. For men with chronic prostate, three main stages of disease development are characteristic:
- first. At this stage of the development of the inflammatory process, there are hardly any characteristic signs at all. However, there are still some negative changes in the body of a considerable number of men, such as: pain, burning sensation during ejaculation, decreased libido, decreased productive function, increased desire to go to the toilet.
- The second stage of the disease is characterized by pathological changes in the prostate, where healthy tissue is replaced by a scar-like tumor, so the organ is no longer able to perform its full function. During this phase in men, there is a marked decrease in potency, or no erection at all, a systemic increase in sweating, and severe pain and itching during urination.
- Stage III is characterized by the most advanced form of the disease. During this period, the prostate almost completely loses its natural function and healthy tissue is replaced by a pathogenic tumor, which causes the gland to increase in size. This pathology results in a squeeze in the way the urine and bladder are excreted. Because of this, the patient experiences little or no passing pain in the genital area and feeling of bladder overcrowding. The signs of the disease in men can be completely eliminated at this stage of the disease only with the use of complex therapies that must be used over a long period of time.
Urinary system disease
In the context of the development of inflammatory processes in the prostate, pathological changes also occur in the region of the male excretory system. Healthy prostate tissue is partially or completely scarred, so the pressure on the bladder can increase many times over. This aspect contributes to the presentation of the following signs of chronic prostatitis:
- The patient had a constant urge to visit, however, the feeling of full bladder did not disappear after urination.
- Urination is often accompanied by acute pain, itching, and burning. These signs become more pronounced as the disease progresses.
- In the most advanced cases, patients may notice a bloody or purulent discharge in the urine, which indicates a foci of inflammation in the bladder. At the same time, the urine becomes cloudy, loses its clarity almost completely, and emits a distinctly unpleasant odor.
- Most men notice involuntary discharge of small amounts of urine between toilet visits.
reproductive system dysfunction
One of the most unpleasant symptoms of chronic prostatitis is a disorder of the male reproductive system, which is manifested by:
- Decreased libido, that is, decreased libido.
- Decrease the average duration of sexual intercourse, as well as increase the time interval between them.
- Pain, burning, itching directly during intimacy. Furthermore, this discomfort can occur after an intimate relationship.
- Generally reduced potency, or significantly reduced reproductive function. Most patients notice impotence in the early stages of the disease.
- Involuntary ejaculation. In most cases, if there is an inflammatory process in the pelvic organs, ejaculation occurs within a few minutes after the initiation of sexual intercourse or before it occurs.
local symptoms
In addition to the main symptoms of prostatitis described above, most men are also concerned about other signs caused by the development of the inflammatory process, such as:
- Itching and burning of the prostate and genital skin. Usually, to get rid of these signs, local remedies are used: creams, gels, ointments. However, if discomfort manifests only in this way, it may also indicate an allergic reaction of the body to external negative factors.
- Prostate soreness. In addition, pain can appear in the buttocks, abdomen, and genitals. In chronic prostatitis, these signs are most evident during disease progression.
- Patients may also be disturbed by periodic discharge from the genitals, which may contain pus or blood. Often this symptom is characteristic of advanced forms of the disease, especially when no treatment is necessary.
psychological aspect
Some disorders of the patient's habitual behavior can also be characterized as the main symptoms of chronic prostatitis. Systemic pain, burning, itching, urination disturbance, and impotence can lead to depressive states and neurological disturbances.
In the absence of timely psychological help, and in the context of systemic stress, the patient's general condition deteriorates markedly, and the man becomes more nervous, restless, and irritable. In addition, appetite deteriorates and insomnia occurs.
In order to stabilize the patient's condition and prevent mental disorders, a comfortable atmosphere must be provided for the patient. The use of certain sedative drugs is also acceptable.
Additional features
Acute inflammatory processes are often accompanied by marked deterioration in general health, fever, and generalized weakness. These symptoms are typical symptoms of acute chronic prostatitis, but do not rule out their manifestations in the early stages of disease development.