The role of the prostate in the male body is great, every member of the stronger sex should know exactly what role this organ plays in his life. Stable operation of the reproductive system and a quality sexual life are impossible if there is a malfunction in the prostate gland.
What is the prostate?
Procreation is the most important goal of human life, this function is inherent by nature in the body of both sexes. The structure of the reproductive systems of women and men is very different, while everyone should know which organs require increased attention. Vigilant attention to the he alth of the reproductive system will avoid difficulties with conception, and will also serve as an excellent prevention of most diseases.
The prostate gland (prostate) is a small organ that plays a crucial role in the stable functioning of the reproductive system in men. Her he alth should be under control, especially in adulthood. The size of the prostate is no larger than a chestnut, but without it, a full-fledged existence of a man is impossible.
Meaningthe prostate is not to be underestimated. Failures and pathologies in her work directly affect the general he alth of a man, the quality of his sexual life, as well as the stable operation of the genitourinary system.
Location and structure of the organ
The structure of the organ is well described in the definition of the prostate - this is a male organ, which consists of two lobes (trapezoidal shape), which are connected by an isthmus. Specialists often compare the prostate gland with a chestnut, which characterizes its shape and size as accurately as possible.
Anatomy of the prostate:
- Both halves of the organ consist of glandular formations and muscle tissue (glandular tissue makes up about a third of the entire organ).
- The excretory ducts of glandular formations are located in the urethra.
- The organ is surrounded on all sides by a kind of capsule.
The prostate is located in the center of the pelvic area, just below the bladder. Behind is the rectum, below - the muscles of the pelvic floor. The anatomy of the prostate and bladder is such that the prostate gland touches it with its base, the widest part of the organ. Closer to the urination channel, the gland narrows, wrapping around the man's urethra with an isthmus.
Doctors often call the prostate the second most important organ after the heart, it connects almost all organs of the reproductive system. Not only the general he alth of a man, but also his psychological and emotional state depends on the prostate.
The role of the prostate in the male body
Every man should understand the importance of prostate he alth in his own body. The anatomy of the prostate is directly related to the main roles (functions) it performs.
Functions of the prostate gland in the male body:
- Secretory function. The prostate produces a special secret, which is an integral part of male sperm. The role of this secretion is important, it is responsible for the activity of spermatozoa. If the prostate for some reason stops working properly, then the quality of sperm deteriorates sharply. Some diseases can lead to male infertility.
- Motor function. The anatomy of the prostate is arranged in such a way that the muscular membrane of the organ ensures its contraction. This action forms a special ring that holds urine at the right time.
- Barrier function. The prostate produces substances that are necessary to protect against infections that enter the body through the urinary canal.
Prostate disease
The prostate plays an important role in a man's he alth, but this organ is subject to some rather serious pathologies. It is for this reason that doctors recommend that you carefully listen to alarming symptoms without delaying a visit to a specialist.
Main prostate diseases:
- Adenoma. Such a pathology is characterized by spontaneous tissue growth, which leads to a significant increase in the organ.
- Prostatitis. A fairly common male pathology, which occurs more often at an older age. It is characterized by the formation of a tumor of the prostate, which is a consequence of vesiculitis.
- Cancer or sarcoma. Cancer of the prostate gland.
- Stones in the prostate. Such a pathology develops against the background of a malfunction in the kidneys.
- Abscess. Launched inflammatory process.
- Tuberculosis. Such a disease occurs infrequently, however, Koch's sticks can affect not only the lungs of a person.
According to clinical observations and medical statistics, adenoma, prostatitis and cancer are considered the most common pathologies.
Causes of diseases
There is a widespread belief that diseases affect this organ due to the age of a man, but this is not always true. The importance of reproductive and prostate he alth at any age cannot be underestimated.
Doctors identify a number of reasons that together can provoke the development of pathology:
- Irregular sex life.
- Promiscuous and frequent relationships, change of sexual partners.
- Sedentary and sedentary lifestyle.
- Having and abusing bad habits.
- Delay ejaculation.
- Frequent hypothermia.
- Wrong diet.
Age over 40 really puts a man at risk. The anatomy of the prostate is such that the he alth of the reproductive system requires increased attention at any age, this will prolong the stable operation of the organ and eliminate unwanted pathologies. Experts recommend regular check-ups with a doctor, at least once a year.
Symptoms of major diseases
It is important to know which signs to look out for. Naturally, each disease has its own characteristics, but there are a number of symptoms that should provoke a man to go to the doctor.
Symptomatics:
- Pain or other discomfort while urinating.
- The appearance of traces of blood, pus or mucus in the urine.
- Regular discomfort in the genital area.
- Impaired sexual function, which affects sexual activity.
- In some cases, an increase in body temperature.
When these factors appear, you should not postpone a visit to the doctor. The anatomy of the prostate in a man and its location in the body makes this organ central to the he alth of the reproductive system, and any pathology becomes dangerous.
Timely diagnosis
A preventive examination by a doctor is necessary, this will allow you to detect deviations from the norm in time and avoid serious illnesses. Mandatory laboratory and instrumental diagnostics of the prostate is carried out, while tests are necessary to determine the full picture of he alth.
The main activities aimed at making the correct diagnosis:
- Interrogation of the patient, formation of the primary anamnesis.
- Palpation of the prostate through the anus.
- Blood test (the main thing is to determine the PSA level).
- Urine test.
- For certain indications, biopsy sampling.
- Prostate ultrasound.
- X-ray of the pelvic organs.
- If cancer is suspected, MRI and CT are ordered.
The difficulty in a full-fledged diagnosis lies in the extensive list of necessary procedures. Not all medical institutions have the equipment, which often pushes a man to undergo a paid examination.
Treatment of prostate diseases
The necessary course of treatment is selected by the doctor based on the results of the diagnosis. You can not self-medicate, it is fraught with dangerous he alth consequences.
When talking about prostate treatment methods, it is customary to distinguish three main approaches:
- Physical exercise.
- Conservative method.
- Surgery.
Additional moderate exercise improves blood circulation in the pelvic area, which also improves the secretion and ducts produced by the prostate. This approach is applicable for the general improvement of the he alth of the reproductive system, it is recommended to pay special attention to running, squats, bending.
A conservative approach is to prescribe a course of drug therapy. The right medicines help get rid of infectious diseases and various inflammatory processes. In drug therapy, antibiotics are used,antiviral, hormonal drugs.
Some illnesses require surgery. So, for example, the treatment of prostate adenoma in men at stages 2-3 of the disease is possible only by the surgical method. This guarantees almost 100% recovery, but it will require a lot of strength to recover. The operation is performed by a heavy transvesical method, in some cases laser adenoma removal is used.
He alth effects and prevention
Lack of proper treatment leads to serious he alth complications. A neglected infection in the prostate can spread throughout the body, affecting any other organ. This situation is due to the role of the prostate in human anatomy.
If a man allows the development of adenoma to stage 3-4, this can lead to rupture of the bladder, which is a deadly complication. Even if prostate problems do not pose a serious threat for some time, they significantly worsen the overall quality of a person's life.
For prevention, it is recommended to follow the lifestyle:
- Regularly strengthen immunity.
- Get a routine check-up with a doctor.
- Organize your sex life.
- Avoid regular stress.
- Adjust your diet and get rid of bad habits.
- Regulate physical activity.
- Don't take too long before going to the toilet.
All these simple rules will improve the condition and quality of sexualhe alth men.
