Prostatitis is always associated with very unpleasant sensations for a man: problems with urination, unstable erection, etc. The quality of life with prostate inflammation seriously deteriorates. However, when the problem that arises prompts a person to visit a urologist, the question of the patient's sexual life is not always considered. In fact, sex with prostatitis is often associated with various types of erectile dysfunction, so many patients do not try to have sex at all. But in some cases, the problem is not so obvious, the patient remains sexually active, so the joy of sexual life is not alien to him. Is it possible to have sex if the gland is inflamed, or is such pleasure still forbidden?
The prostate and its role in a man's life
First, it is worth understanding the importance of the prostate in the life of any man. The prostate gland is the most important organ in the body. If it is damaged, male infertility and even oncology can develop. Therefore, it is important to maintain health in general and organs in particular, which will allow a man to maintain energy and sex life into old age. This chestnut-shaped organ is located in front of the rectum below the bladder and surrounds the urinary tract.
The prostate consists of glandular tissue that produces prostate juice, and a muscular structure that forces this secretion to move through the ducts of the gland, which eliminates the possibility of congestion, and, therefore, prevents the development of the inflammatory process in the prostate gland. Organs perform three important functions:
- Motor.Between the lobules of the prostate there is a muscular structure, due to the contraction of which retention of urine occurs during an active erection and the release of sperm. If the function of the prostate is disturbed, then erectile and urinary problems appear. It is on this basis that doctors often determine that motor prostatic activity is impaired.
- Secretary.It consists of producing a special secretion containing a mass of bioactive enzyme substances such as cholesterol and proteolytes, biogenic amines and phospholipids, citrate citrate and zinc. This secretion creates a breeding ground for sperm when it is released with the sperm during ejaculation. Full secretion production is controlled by testosterone, which is produced in the testes and adrenal glands.
- Barrier.Prostate juice contains many enzymatic substances and polyanases, which prevent the penetration of infectious agents into the urinary tract.
In short, the prostate is responsible for potency and other functions that ensure the exchange of sex hormone substances, which have a positive effect on sexual life and the health of the genitourinary system. The overall function of the male reproductive system depends on the activity of the glands. According to scientific classification, prostate function is divided into three main areas, but in fact there are many more. Therefore, even a slight deviation in the function of the gland can lead to quite serious consequences.
What are the dangers of prostate pathology?
Many men do not take prostate pathology seriously. Meanwhile, inflammatory lesions of the prostate should not be ignored, because they are the trigger for the development of dangerous genitourinary pathologies. Statistics say that after 45, if there are no preventive measures, every second man shows signs of the inflammatory process in the prostate tissue. Moreover, in 50% of these patients, the diagnosis reveals chronic and advanced prostatitis.
The need for prostatitis treatment is due to the high risk of complications. First, there is a significant decrease in erectile function and sexual desire, and lack of erection. Almost all prostate and genitourinary pathologies are accompanied by the same symptoms. If a man avoids sexual intercourse, then the development of prostate inflammation can be suspected, especially if there is no morning erection and frequent urination at night.
Second, untreated prostatitis can be complicated by the chronicity of the inflammatory process and its spread to other pelvic structures such as the urethra, seminal vesicles or testicles. In addition, the lack of therapy for prostatitis can cause sepsis and abscess of prostate tissue, sclerotic process in the prostate. Also, neglecting treatment is dangerous for the development of erectile dysfunction, infertility and even malignant tumor lesions in the gland.
Loving men should be careful, because the presence of an inflammatory process indicates the presence of pathogenic microorganisms that cause it. Frequent changes of sexual partners threaten the development of sexually transmitted infections, which in turn trigger inflammation of the prostate. And various pathogenic microorganisms such as chlamydia and mycoplasmosis, streptococci or staphylococci, trichomonas or gardnerella will be more difficult to destroy. Therefore, especially promiscuous men should use barrier methods of contraception to prevent prostate pathology and STDs.
Partner prostatitis is also dangerous for women, because after sexual intercourse, the inflammatory process can spread to the mucous membrane of the female urethra, and then to the bladder, as a result of which cystitis develops after intercourse. Therefore, pathology cannot be ignored.
Prostatitis and sex
Most patients doubt whether they can have sex with prostatitis. The question is ambiguous.
Experts say that with prostatitis, some abstinence in terms of sexual pleasure is necessary, but at the same time, frequent sexual intercourse is important. These recommendations are mutually exclusive, but they have their place.
As you know, an excellent prevention of prostate congestion is glandular massage. And the best sequence is sexual intercourse, where ejaculation occurs, accompanied by the contraction of the glandular and pelvic muscles. As a result, accumulated secretions are removed from the glands along with ejaculation, and blood flow increases in the small pelvis, which contributes to the accelerated removal of decay products. Therefore, sexual intimacy helps normalize prostate activity.
If we consider the problem from the perspective of the dynamics of the pathological process, it is clear that the sexual abstinence shown by the specialist will most likely, on the contrary, provoke a deterioration of the patient's pathological condition. Turns out sex is good for you. Practice shows that it is impossible to solve the problem of congestive prostate phenomenon with the help of medicines alone, even very effective ones. A course of deep prostate massage sessions is necessary, which is actually having sex to treat prostatitis. Men should remember that the lack of demand for glandular organs, that is, long-term sexual abstinence, will inevitably lead to stagnation, which only worsens the inflammatory state of the prostate.
Therefore, prostatitis and sex are completely compatible conditions, but the stage of the pathological process and its severity are important, because in some forms of prostatitis sex can be dangerous and therefore contraindicated. In addition, sometimes the disease is so serious that the man is physically unable to perform the duties of marriage. Therefore, in each individual case, consultation with a urologist is necessary.
How does prostatitis affect sex life?
Inflammatory lesions of the prostate occur in 30-40% of men aged 25-45 years, and more and more young patients with such pathology are found. Some experts suggest that the development of prostatitis is encouraged by the patient's insufficient sex life, which is true to some extent. With frequent sexual intercourse, the function of the male reproductive structure has a good effect, and the hormonal status is restored. But excessive activity or insufficient sexual intercourse can trigger the development of inflammatory damage to the prostate tissue. Against the background of infrequent sexual intercourse, congestion in the prostate and pelvic structures in general becomes possible.
- Stagnation of prostate secretions and blood flow contributes to the development of infectious and chronic pathologies of the acute prostatic process.
- But excessive sexual activity can also lead to the development of prostate inflammation, especially if a man changes partners too often.
- Such sexual activity is associated with a high risk of transmitting an infection that can trigger the development of prostatitis.
Affects the likelihood of getting prostatitis and the quality of sexual intimacy. During sexual stimulation, blood flow in the pelvis increases, blood flows to the genitals and prostate. When orgasm occurs, contraction of the gland begins, with the help of which it removes excess blood in the vascular channels. Therefore, full sexual intercourse is a kind of preventive method against the development of inflammatory lesions in the gland. This proves that it is possible to have sex when treating prostatitis. The only thing that matters is how. Interrupted or too long sexual intercourse, on the other hand, increases the likelihood of prostate inflammation.
Unfortunately, prostate pathology is accompanied by serious sexual disorders. To understand how prostatitis affects sexual life, it is enough to look at possible pathological complications, among which erectile dysfunction, i. e. impotence, is quite common. Half of prostate patients experience erectile dysfunction and weak erections of varying severity. And 25% of patients have problems in the form of low libido and sexual desire. Such changes negatively affect the quality of the patient's sexual and personal life. As a result of erectile problems, almost all men note a decrease in the frequency of sexual intercourse due to prostatitis. As a result, the relationship with the sexual partner deteriorates and even ends.
Against the background of sexual problems that arise, psychological problems also develop; according to statistics, 75% of prostatitis patients have symptoms such as psychological burden. This condition occurs under the influence of several factors such as chronic pain during urination, erection and ejaculation, which leads to subconscious restrictions on sexual intercourse.
Treatment of prostatitis with sex
Therefore, it was said above that sexual activity with prostatitis is only recommended, but you should not abuse the recommendation, otherwise the treatment may be dangerous. Here, like taking medicine, dosage and treatment regimen are important. Therefore, treating prostatitis with sex requires compliance with certain rules.
- To begin with, it is worth learning that sexual intimacy should be regular. Regularity here does not mean a lot of sexual intercourse. Intimacy should take place in a state of moderate intensity, so as not to trigger additional violations and not cause more harm to an inflamed prostate that is already damaged. The duration of such treatment is not important, the main thing is that each relationship ends with a mandatory ejaculation. In the presence of chronic inflammation, the patient is often disturbed by painful sensations, in such a situation, it is necessary to refrain from sexual pleasure for a while. If the patient does not refuse to have sex even in pain, then it is recommended to use barrier contraception. This is necessary to avoid transmission of pathogenic microflora to sexual partners.
- So, the patient is allowed to have sex, but the mandatory requirement for sexual life with prostatitis is monogamy - there must be one partner for sexual intercourse. This need is caused by the individual microflora of each person, therefore, when changing sexual partners, unwanted contact with various microbes occurs. Although they are not pathogenic, they can still cause complications of the inflammatory process, because it is difficult for the affected glands to fight foreign microorganisms.
- If the partner has anal sex, then it is necessary to use a condom, because the partner's rectum also has its own microflora, which, when penetrating the urethra into the prostate tissue, can cause various complications.
Prostatitis cannot be eliminated with medication alone; stimulation and massage of the prostate tissue is required, which can be achieved through frequent sexual intercourse.
Prevention of prostatitis
Sex is a very effective medicine not only in the treatment of prostate congestion and inflammation, but also in the prevention of such conditions. What are the benefits of sexual intercourse prevention? During sexual intercourse, a strong anesthetic substance is released into the male body, which helps to overcome uncomfortable and painful sensations. If unbearable pain interferes with a normal and satisfying sex life, then about half an hour before intimacy you can take painkillers to make love without obstacles.
If the patient has prostatitis of bacterial origin, then prostate massage is contraindicated. In this situation, regular sex will help overcome prostate congestion and stimulate the secretion of prostate juice.
If a man regularly has sexual intercourse with one partner, then he will not face a pathological condition such as prostatitis, provided that there are no other effects on the prostate gland or nearby pelvic structures. According to statistics, the possibility of developing a prostate with frequent sexual activity is greatly reduced. If a man has been diagnosed with acute inflammation of the prostate, then through the practice of frequent sexual intercourse he will prevent the degeneration of the acute form of the pathology into a chronic one.
When diagnosed with prostatitis, a man must strictly monitor his lifestyle and sexual partner. Treatment must be prescribed by a specialist. In sexual life, it is better to focus on a woman, then frequent sex will speed up recovery, prevent the development of prostate complications and relieve the patient from congestion in the glandular tissue.