Inflammation of the prostate gland is of two types – bacterial, developing under the influence of pathogenic microflora, and non-infectious, caused by external or internal factors. Whether there is a discharge with prostatitis in men also depends on the form of the pathology.
Among the causes of the disease: disorders of the cardiovascular, urinary system, STDs , hormonal imbalance, endocrine pathologies, stress, and even interrupted sexual intercourse.
Depending on the provocateur factor, the presence of secretions in prostatitis, as well as their nature, differ. The urologist, based on the symptoms and tests, will determine the cause of the inflammation.
General manifestations of pathology
In the chronic stage of the disease, only minor pain, impaired urination are observed. The acute form can express itself in different ways. The most common signs are:
- frequent painful trips to the restroom;
- feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied;
- drawing pains in the lower abdomen;
- erectile dysfunction, decreased potency.
With the development of an acute process, fever occurs: fever, chills, redness of the skin, pain in the head, general weakness, discharge.
If the treatment of an acute attack of the disease is not carried out, the risk of developing an abscess (abscess) of the glandular organ increases. In addition to the fact that purulent contents release toxins that poison vital organs and increase the manifestations of the disease, the risk of peritonitis increases. Also, the abscess leads to increased squeezing of the bladder and its neck, which threatens with acute urinary retention and kidney dysfunction.
Prostate abscess requires mandatory surgical intervention.
If a chronic disease is not treated, the risk of developing fibrosis increases, which will lead to a violation of the outflow of urine and irritation of the bladder.
Kinds
More often, discharge appears with acute prostatitis in men, the cause of which is the bacterial microflora. It can penetrate into the prostate through the urethra, anus, through the blood from other foci of inflammation in the organs of the genitourinary system.
This is, first of all, a liquid that differs in: transparency, density, smell, quantity. According to these factors, they are divided into 4 types:
- spermatorrhoea;
- prostorrhea ;
- mucopurulent ;
- pus.
It is impossible to predict what kind of discharge will occur with prostatitis in men. It depends on the stage and form of the pathology, the speed with which the patient sought medical help, the accuracy of the implementation of medical recommendations, the general state of health, and the presence of concomitant pathologies.
Prostatorrhea
It is a thick milky liquid, usually occurs in a chronic form of pathology complicated by an adenoma or a neurogenic disorder in the bladder. The main reason for the appearance is a decrease in the tone of the ducts of the prostate organ.
They usually occur in the daytime or in the morning, after going to the toilet or physiotherapy (massage) on the prostate, with active sports. Accompanied by a burning sensation in the urethra, which is indirectly a sign of a stagnant process in the organ.
In its pure form , prostorrhea , which is characterized by clear discharge with prostatitis, is rare and occurs in conjunction with more severe infections. So, with the addition of chlamydia or trichomonas, the color of the liquid may change. Promotes the attachment of a secondary infection in the absence of treatment.
Spermatorrhoea
Spontaneous release of sperm in small volumes (2-3 drops). Chronic form of various diseases of the urinary or reproductive systems, disorders of the central nervous system. Often such white discharge is accompanied by a pain symptom.
Mucopurulent _
They are a translucent or white liquid, characteristic of the bacterial form of the disease. Often indicate the presence of infection in the urinary tract – cystitis, urethritis, pyelonephritis.
Pus
The most dangerous kind. It is a thick yellow or green liquid that may include mucous or blood clots. Because it contains a large number of bacteria, increases the risk of infection spreading to the tissues and organs where it enters.
It can lead to thinning of the tissues of the gland, the development of its complete dysfunction, and this threatens with infertility and impotence. The main danger of such secretions is the absence of pain or spasms, which is why many patients do not pay due attention to them and are in no hurry to see a doctor. This leads to the development of pathologies and complications.
Diagnosis and treatment
All such signs are alarming symptoms that require a medical examination. Regardless of whether the discharge is frequent or rare, with prostatitis, any of them may indicate the development of complications. Even if they are asymptomatic, it is not worth postponing a visit to the doctor, but if pain, blood or fevers are present, you should consult a doctor immediately.
The specialist will make a preliminary diagnosis based on the external data of the fluid, accurately determine the pathogen, the nature of the pathology will help laboratory tests:
- general blood and urine tests;
- bacteriological culture of excreted;
- biochemical blood test;
- ultrasound diagnosis of the prostate gland and pelvic organs.
Drug therapy will include: antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, antispasmodics, painkillers, antihistamines, etc. It is important to follow the rules of a healthy diet, bed rest, to give up sexual activity.
Prevention measures
It is easy to prevent the penetration of infection into the body and the appearance of other factors provoking exacerbation. It is enough to adhere to a healthy lifestyle, undergo preventive examinations, play sports, give up bad habits.
The implementation of these simple rules will strengthen the body’s natural defenses, increase its resistance to infections. A patient with strong immunity often copes with pathogens on his own, and serious diseases occur in a less vivid form.
If the diagnosis of “prostatitis” is nevertheless sounded, you should undergo a course of treatment, take measures to prevent its transition to a chronic form. The subsequent task of the man is to prevent the reappearance of the pathology, and with it, many other problems with the genitourinary system.