Prostate adenoma and prostatitis. What are the diferences

Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are diseases often diagnosed in men. It is not surprising that stronger sex is interested in its symptoms and other characteristics. Let's find out how these pathologies differ and how they are treated.

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Prostatitis and prostate adenoma are diseases often diagnosed in men.

What is the difference between prostate adenoma and prostatitis?

In fact, there are enough differences.

They relate to the following factors:

  • Time of onset of illness.Prostate adenoma is usually diagnosed in men between 45 and 50 years of age, and prostatitis is also a concern for younger members of the stronger sex.
  • Early symptoms.As a rule, in prostatitis, patients complain of discomfort (including very pronounced pain) and adenoma, urinary disturbances.
  • The reasons.Prostatitis is an inflammatory process and can be triggered by genital tract infections, and prostate adenoma is tissue overgrowth due to several factors.
  • The clinical picture.Acute prostatitis is usually accompanied by chills and fever, and the adenoma proceeds without signs of infection.
  • The nature of pain.Inflammation is characterized by acute pain in the groin, perineum and rectum. The tumor in the early stages may not appear at all. Even if pain does occur, it is insignificant.
  • For both pathologies, sexual dysfunction is characteristic.

    The reasons for developing prostatitis

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    The disease mainly develops under the influence of microorganisms that enter the prostate from various sources. As a rule, prostatitis occurs in the context of sexually transmitted infections.

    The disease mainly develops under the influence of microorganisms that enter the prostate from various sources.

    Some experts distinguish stagnant prostatitis into a separate group. This disease is caused by a violation of blood circulation in the small pelvis. In this context, inflammation occurs. The infection sets in quickly enough. As a result, congestive prostatitis becomes chronic.

    disease symptoms

    Prostatitis can occur in two forms: acute and chronic.

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    Not in all cases, acute prostatitis occurs with pronounced symptoms. Some men report only general malaise, mild pain, and temporary impairment of sexual function.

    The following symptoms are characteristic of the acute form:

    • perineal pain;
    • a feeling of pain under the scrotum;
    • increase in body temperature;
    • pain during the act of defecating;
    • increased urination;
    • frequent painful need to urinate;
    • erectile dysfunction.

    In addition, patients complain of purulent secretion and urethral mucosa, sharp pain in the perineum and groin, overexcitation, painful ejaculation.

    Important! Not in all cases, acute prostatitis occurs with pronounced symptoms. Some men report only general malaise, mild pain, and temporary impairment of sexual function. These symptoms are a slow form of prostatitis and resemble prostate adenoma, which can lead to misdiagnosis.

    Chronic pathology is characterized by 3 main groups of signs:

  • Painful.Men complain of pain in the rectum and lower back, feeling lumbago, tingling and "shivering" in the groin, thighs, perineum and back. In this context, the patient may become nervous. Also, men notice episodes of sweating and chills.
  • Urinary dysfunction.Men complain of a slow flow of urine, difficulty emptying the bladder and frequent need to go to the toilet.
  • Disorder of the sexual function.Patients notice a decreased libido, lack of ejaculation or their premature difficulty with a full erection. Often, in the context of prostatitis, infertility occurs.
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    Pelvic nerves are often involved in the pathological process. As a result, additional symptoms are added to the main symptoms of prostatitis. They consist of hot flashes and an increase in temperature at night, tachycardia, as well as mood swings and concentration problems. Some men complain of tiredness and sleepiness during the day, suspiciousness, a lump in the throat, increased saliva production, weight gain (no changes in diet and physical activity).

    The cause of benign proliferation of gland tissue is a change in the metabolism of testosterone in cells.

    Reasons for developing prostate adenoma

    The cause of benign proliferation of gland tissue is a change in the metabolism of testosterone in cells. This process is inevitable and begins in men around 40-45 years of age. Therefore, every representative of the stronger sex finds signs of pathology to one degree or another. Typically, a benign tumor does not have pronounced symptoms in the first stage, but is diagnosed as early as 2 or 3 years old.

    Symptoms of Glandular Tissue Proliferation

    The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptom. With a benign tumor, urinary disorders always surface.

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    The difference between prostatitis and prostate adenoma lies in the main symptom. With a benign tumor, urinary disorders always surface.

    They are usually divided into 2 groups:

  • Annoying signs.Patients complain of increased urge to urinate, need for regular nocturnal emptying of the bladder, urinary incontinence.
  • Obstructive signs.They are a consequence of the narrowing of the urethra with the growth of the gland. They manifest themselves in the need to strain while urinating, a weak stream of urine, its drops dripping.
  • As the disease progresses, the kidneys, ureters and pelvis are involved in the pathological process. This leads to increased blood pressure, back pain, constant thirst, itching, weakness and a general deterioration in well-being. Patients develop pathologies of the cardiovascular system. Also, men complain of suppression of sexual function. Infectious complications of prostate adenoma are also detected. In some cases, stones form in the bladder. The signs of varicose veins (if any) may also get worse.

    Principles of Treatment of Prostatitis and Prostate Adenoma

    Disease therapy is performed with several groups of medications.

    The treatment of prostatitis aims to:

    • suppression of the inflammatory process;
    • stop the active reproduction of bacteria;
    • improving lymph flow and blood circulation in the small pelvis veins;
    • prevention of the chronicity of the pathological process.

    Therefore, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial drugs are prescribed to patients, in addition to venotonics and anticoagulants. Enzymatic agents and immune response stimulants are recommended.

    Treatment for prostate adenoma aims to:

    • volume reduction;
    • restoration of normal urination.

    To solve these problems, patients are prescribed alpha-blockers, 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, herbal preparations and other agents.

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    Both prostatitis and prostate adenoma may require restoration of potency. For this, combined preparations based on herbal ingredients and other components are prescribed. Resources can be used simultaneously with the treatment of major pathologies. When taken correctly, they are not harmful to the body.

    Important! All medications are exclusively prescribed by a physician. Self-medication is strictly prohibited. It can change the clinical picture and make diagnosis difficult. In addition, over-the-counter prescription medications can lead to deterioration in well-being. You must not cancel medications either!

    In some cases, for diseases, surgical treatment is performed. It is prescribed when conservative therapy is ineffective or inadequate for one reason or another.

    As a rule, surgical interventions are relevant in 2-3 stages of prostate adenoma.

    The main operations include:

    • TUR (Transurethral Resection);
    • laser treatment;
    • laparoscopy;
    • interventions with the da Vinci robot.

    All operations are minimally invasive. They reduce damage to healthy tissue and provide a short period of rehabilitation.

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    The technique of operation is chosen by the physician based on the available indications, the patient's concomitant illnesses and their individual characteristics.

    Successful treatment of prostate adenoma and prostatitis includes:

  • Abandoning bad habits (smoking and alcohol abuse);
  • Exclusion of animal fats, as well as canned, smoked and fried foods;
  • Diet restriction of simple carbohydrates;
  • Intake of a sufficient amount of fluid in the body (at least 2 liters of water);
  • Regular visits to your doctor. You should contact him even in the absence of signs of pathology. This will allow timely identification of all changes and prevent the development of complications.
  • Benefits of going to the clinic

    • Experienced doctors.Our specialists have long been involved in the diagnosis and therapy of prostate pathologies. They have the knowledge and skills to perform a wide range of manipulations.
    • Possibilities for quick diagnoses.Our experts use specialist class equipment. Allows you to make a diagnosis on the day of treatment.
    • An individual approach to therapy.The treatment of prostatitis and prostatic adenoma is carried out taking into account the type and stage of the disease, the patient's characteristics, as well as the comorbidities he presents.
    • Conservative therapy with modern techniques.
    • Modern methods of surgical treatment.Surgical interventions are performed using a laser and a da Vinci robot. Laparoscopic operations and TUR (transurethral resection) are performed. This makes it possible to reduce the risks of interventions and the length of the rehabilitation period.
    • The comfort of visiting clinics.They are located near the subway. In addition, we take care of the absence of queues and are ready to receive patients at any time that is convenient for them.