The prostate is very important for the human body, because it synthesizes a substance that is part of sperm. Inflammatory processes in the prostate are called prostatitis. This disease affects the erection, as well as the process of urination, which in turn affects the emotional state of the person. In advanced cases, prostatitis turns into prostate adenoma, often the disease is accompanied by vasculitis or urethritis.
The appearance of acute or chronic prostatitis affects the whole body of a man, and above all the organs of the genitourinary system. At the same time, sexual life also suffers, because erectile dysfunction and problems with potency can be observed against the background of the inflammatory process in the prostate.
This condition significantly reduces the quality of life of men and requires the appointment of therapy. At the same time, many patients are wondering whether it is possible to have sex in the treatment of prostatitis and whether it will lead to disease progression?
Is it possible to have sex with prostatitis
Since young people can get prostatitis, and not only pensioners, and they are full of strength and energy, then of course they are interested in whether it is possible to have sex with prostatitis. Expert opinion on this issue can be divided into two categories: some support the idea of prolonged sexual abstinence, while others support the idea that one should not stop having an active sex life. In fact, prostatitis is not the cause of impotence, but the pain after orgasm forces men to give up bodily pleasures.
Of course, with the advanced form of the disease, the attempt to make love will probably not be useful, but in case of inflammation of the prostate, it must be massaged. The best massage is performed from the inside, during the act of ejaculation, because the muscles contract, which ensures the movement of sperm. The act of ejaculation will be a great addition to prostate massage or even its replacement, if for some reason it is impossible to massage. Also, with complete sexual abstinence, such negative consequences occur as blood stagnation in the genitals, testosterone levels decrease, the need for prostate activity decreases, and its function fades. These consequences further aggravate the situation and can lead to worsening of the disease.
But on the other hand, too frequent ejaculation can be harmful. Some men, after learning that sexual intercourse has a positive effect on an inflamed prostate, can start an active sexual life without too much monitoring of their partner, which will negatively affect the situation. Every female body has a special microflora, which may not be compatible with the male microflora. In addition, it can be a carrier of infectious or fungal diseases, so unprotected sex can only lead to an inflammatory process. Therefore, it is recommended to make love with your regular partner in order to reduce the risk of any complications.
In the absence of a permanent partner, it is necessary to clean the seminal ducts with the help of masturbation. Because ejaculation often occurs prematurely in prostatitis, you can start delaying the moment of orgasm, temporarily stop the friction, and then resume it. But one should keep in mind the precautions and not overload the already weakened body. You cannot achieve more than one ejaculation per day, but not less than one ejaculation per week.
Causes of prostatitis
There are several common forms of this disease:
- Acute prostatitis has symptoms characteristic of all inflammatory processes: chills, pain in the affected area, fever. Sometimes whitish or colorless purulent formations come out of the canal during urination. In some cases, acute prostatitis leads to sepsis and requires hospitalization. The cause of the disease is an infection that affects the prostate. Additional factors that affect the development of the disease:
- hypothermia;
- Improper sex life, prolonged abstinence;
- delayed urination;
- Not an active lifestyle;
- Diseases of the genitourinary system;
- Have bad habits.
- In addition, chronic prostatitis is common. The disease can occur without symptoms or without worsening (there are mild problems with urination and during sex). In case of exacerbation, pain occurs. Also, chronic prostatitis can lead to inflammation of the urinary bladder, because the prostate area is the focus of infection of the entire genitourinary tract. A sample of microorganisms is sown in a nutrient medium to diagnose the disease, and prostate microscopy is used. The cause of this disease is bacterial lesions of the prostate. There are various theories that explain the development of chronic prostatitis:
- The theory of chemical inflammation, according to which inflammation occurs as a result of urine penetration into prostate tissues. This requires increased urine pressure, which can be caused by obstructions in the urinary tract (for example, semen residues).
- Immunological theory suggests that prostatitis manifests itself in response to various antigens that have accumulated in prostate tissues.
- Neurogenic theory says that neurogenic inflammation occurs under the influence of biologically active substances that are released at nerve endings.
Treatment of prostatitis
The sooner treatment for prostatitis begins, the better, so early detection of the disease is one of the key factors. In case of doubt, it is necessary to contact a urologist, who will take samples and analyzes of urine and blood, as well as prescribe the appropriate treatment.
For the treatment of prostatitis, medical methods are used whose course of treatment can last up to 4 weeks:
- Use of antibiotics to control infection or bacterial activity.
- The use of alpha-blockers, which facilitate the course of the disease by acting on adregenetic receptors.
- Use of anti-inflammatory drugs that act on the inflamed gland.
- Use of herbal remedies to relieve symptoms.
- hormone therapy.
In addition to medical treatment, the following methods are used:
- prostate massage;
- LOD therapy;
- Relaxation exercises;
- Physical therapy;
- Acupuncture;
- In case of exacerbation, surgical intervention is used.