Today, ureaplasmosis is a common STD that develops when the human body is damaged by pathogenic microorganisms. At the same time, a necessary condition for its development is a violation of immunity, because the causative agent of infection can be in a he althy body in a passive state. Ureaplasma in men leads to an inflammatory process, doctors recommend treating the pathology in a timely manner. Ureaplasmosis is sexually transmitted, therefore, in medicine, enough attention should be paid to the issue of prevention and prevention of the disease. According to statistics, 70% of men are carriers of the infection.
Problem description
In men, ureaplasma, the causes of which lie in the transmission of infection during unprotected intercourse, is much less common than in women. The causative agent of this pathology are the microorganisms Ureaplasma parvum - microbes of small size, which occupy an intermediate position between bacteria and viruses.
In a he althy body, microbes are found on the mucous membranes of the genitourinary organs, without leading to the development of the disease. Under the influence of provoking factorsthey are activated and begin to destroy he althy epithelial cells, provoking the development of an inflammatory process.
Ureaplasma in men is a serious disease, which leads to a disorder in the formation of spermatozoa, infertility. Pathology has a pronounced picture. If left untreated, it becomes chronic. Ureaplasmosis can manifest itself in any part of the human genitourinary system, but it usually affects the urethra, testicles and their appendages, the prostate gland and the bladder. With a strong immune response, the inflammatory process does not develop. In some cases, self-healing of men is observed. Treatment of ureaplasma in men should be mandatory.
Reasons for the development of the disease
Usually men get infected from women during sexual intercourse. With strong immunity, microbes live quietly in the body, without leading to the development of acute inflammation. Often, pathology in men is detected by chance during a routine medical examination.
The causes of the development of the disease are:
- Unprotected intercourse with an infected partner or carrier. Usually people who have promiscuous sexual relations become infected. Kissing is also possible.
- Infection of a child during its passage through the birth canal or during a woman's pregnancy when bacteria enter the amniotic fluid. But ureaplasma is not found in all newborns, even if the mother is infected.
- Infection during transplantation of donor organs.
- Contact-household route of transmission. This is especially true in swimming pools, public toilets, transport. This way of transmission of infection today in medicine is controversial, not all doctors are prone to the fact that the infection can enter the body through household items.
The risk group includes the following categories of people:
- under 30;
- beginning early sexual life;
- frequently changing partners;
- Suffering from STDs and infectious diseases.
To provoke the development of such a disease as ureaplasma in men (photos of the stronger sex who have encountered this disease are presented in the article), subject to the presence of a latent infection in the body, long-term use of antibacterial or hormonal drugs, constant stress and depression, malnutrition and deterioration in quality of life. The main provoking factors are:
- Immune system disorder.
- Presence of urogenital infections and sexually transmitted diseases.
- Violation of local immunity as a result of injuries or medical procedures.
- Disruption of the hormonal system.
- Prolonged use of antibacterial and hormonal drugs.
- Abuse of bad habits.
- Violation of the regime of work and rest.
Signs of illness
Symptoms of ureaplasma in men are quite acute, but it is often confused with other infectious or inflammatory diseases of the genitourinarysystems. Many members of the stronger sex may not be aware that they have ureaplasmosis.
The main symptoms of pathology include:
- pain, itching and burning when urinating;
- redness and swelling of the penis;
- increase in body temperature;
- feeling of pressure in the bladder area;
- premature ejaculation;
- clear discharge from the urethra.
The incubation period can last several months. At this time, a man is a carrier of an infection that he can pass on to an uninfected sexual partner. Symptoms of the disease may disappear on their own for a short period of time, and then reappear. Ureaplasma in men, the causes of which may be different, without treatment can provoke the development of inflammatory processes.
The sperm of an infected man contains a small amount of zinc and selenium, so its quality deteriorates significantly. It also increases the risk of developing disorders of the functionality of the nervous system, muscles and joints.
Complications
Most often, ureaplasmosis leads to the development of such pathologies:
- Urethritis, which is manifested by pain, burning in the urethra and discomfort during urination. Sometimes the disease goes away on its own.
- Epididymitis, which is characterized by an inflammatory process in the epididymis, they can increase in size and thicken.
- Prostatitis is caused by difficulty urinating, discomfort andpain in the perineum, erectile dysfunction, development of infertility.
- Narrowing of the urethra in the chronic form of pathology. With frequent inflammation in the urethra, adhesions form. Which make it difficult for urine and semen to pass.
- Urolithiasis.
- Infectious meningitis and arthritis.
- Infertility due to reduced sperm quality.
- Intoxication, weakness, fatigue, fever.
After effective treatment, in the absence of concomitant pathologies, men's reproductive function is restored. In a chronic disease, relapses occur as a result of weakened immunity, hypothermia, emotional stress.
Diagnosis of ureaplasmosis
Diagnosis of the disease begins with the study of the anamnesis, questioning and examination of the patient, as a result of which the possible cause of the development of the pathology is clarified. In each individual case, the doctor prescribes an analysis for ureaplasma in men.
- Bacteriological culture for Ureaplasma parvum. This technique also allows you to determine the sensitivity of microorganisms to antibacterial drugs.
- PCR to determine the type of pathogen and develop therapy tactics. The PCR method makes it possible to detect even one pathological cell in a man's body. Today, this technique is the most reliable in diagnosing this disease.
- ELISA to assess the number of pathogenic microorganisms. During ELISA, venous blood is taken, which is examined forthe presence of antibodies to ureaplasma. If there are any, we can talk about human infection.
- REEF. This method helps to identify the causative agent of pathology and the proteins produced on it.
- Spermogram.
- Microscopic examination of the ejaculate, which is collected on an empty stomach in the morning.
Also, the doctor may prescribe additional examination methods to determine the presence of other infections in the body. If ureaplasma was detected in men during diagnosis, this indicates that his sexual partner is also infected, so treatment should be carried out jointly.
Treatment of ureaplasmosis
Ureaplasma treatment in men is prescribed by a doctor after an accurate diagnosis. Usually, in this case, the sensitivity of the infectious agent to antibiotics is taken into account. Most often, the doctor prescribes antibacterial drugs of the tetracycline series, macrolides or fluoroquinolones may also be prescribed. Often, the use of two drugs at the same time, which belong to different groups, is required. The duration of therapy is about ten days. After taking antibiotics, treatment of ureaplasma in men with drugs is already assumed in the form of probiotics to prevent the development of dysbacteriosis. It can be, for example, "Linex" or "Bifiform". Often a doctor prescribes the following treatment:
- antifungals;
- injection of medicinal solutions into the urethra;
- immunomodulators to strengthen the immune system;
- physiotherapy and vitamin therapy.
Before treating ureaplasma in men, the doctor says that joint therapy with his sexual partner is required to prevent the development of relapses in the future.
In case of emergency treatment of infection, the doctor prescribes the introduction of antiseptics such as Miramistin or Chlorhexidine into the urethra. But these drugs should not be abused, as they can cause burns of the epithelium of the urethra or cause allergies.
Contraindications during therapy
Contraindications for the treatment of ureplasmosis are: individual sensitivity to the components of drugs, the presence of allergic reactions. During therapy, the patient must adhere to a diet, exclude alcohol, spicy and fatty foods from his diet. It is also necessary to refrain from sexual intercourse. After the end of treatment, it is recommended to undergo a second examination. Self-medication in this case is strictly prohibited.
Treatment control
Ureaplasma in men, the symptoms and treatment of which are given above, requires a follow-up examination after a course of therapy. This makes it possible to establish the effectiveness of the treatment. In the absence of results, the doctor prescribes a second course of therapy using other medications. Also, a new scheme is drawn up when the patient has already been treated for this disease in the past, as a result of which pathogenic microorganisms have developed drug resistance.
Control diagnostics alsoshown after re-treatment. The patient's sexual partner should also be re-examined. It is usually carried out 20 days after the end of therapy. During this period, the following medicines are prescribed to the patient:
- immunomodulators;
- drugs aimed at restoring liver function.
Unconventional Therapy
Treatment with traditional medicine is possible only if approved by the attending physician, their independent use is prohibited. Usually, folk remedies serve as an additional method of therapy aimed at increasing human immunity.
For this purpose, use a decoction of goldenrod, garlic cloves, which must be taken raw, several pieces a day. Herbs such as clover, St. John's wort, chamomile, plantain and wormwood also have a good strengthening effect. Decoctions are prepared from them and taken several tablespoons a day. With caution, it is necessary to use medicinal herbs for people prone to allergic reactions. In case of any manifestations of allergies, it is necessary to stop taking decoctions.
Forecast
Ureaplasma in men has a good prognosis, subject to compliance with all prescriptions and recommendations of the attending physician. Often the disease goes away on its own, without causing harm to the body of a man. With untimely treatment or its absence, serious complications may develop, which often lead to the development of infertility. In medical practice, cases of the birth of dead children from men who sufferedthis pathology. Therefore, when the first symptoms appear, it is recommended to contact a medical facility.
Ureaplasma is effectively treated today, so a person can be completely he althy in a few weeks, subject to all the doctor's prescriptions. It is important to carry out joint therapy of sexual partners, this will avoid relapses and the spread of infection.
Prevention
Ureaplasma in men, the symptoms and causes of which are known to many, is usually transmitted from an infected woman during sexual contact, so the main preventive method is to avoid promiscuous and casual relationships. The use of a condom is the main means that protects against infection. Also, for the purpose of prevention, it is necessary to monitor personal hygiene.
Ureaplasmosis manifests itself in violation of human immunity, it can be in the body in a passive state for a long time, without showing any symptoms. Therefore, it is necessary to periodically undergo examination by a urologist, take tests for latent infections.
Ureaplasma poses a danger to people with low immunity, provoking the development of acute forms of infectious pathologies in them. Such people need to regularly consume vitamin and mineral complexes, get rid of addictions, balance nutrition, engage in physical activity.
