Sex with prostatitis causes much controversy among modern doctors. Some experts believe that intimacy is beneficial for patients. Other doctors believe that exposure can aggravate the pathological process. To find out whether it is possible to have sex with such a diagnosis, you need to know the specifics of the diagnosis.
Characteristics of the disease
Prostatitis is detected in a large group of patients. The diagnosis is found in 30% of young people and more than 60% of elderly patients. There is a misconception that this disease only affects weakened bodies. But this is far from the truth. Prostatitis has many causes. For this reason, it can occur in men of any age.
There are many types of pathology. A common form is considered chronic bacterial and bacterial disease. In the bacterial form, the cause is a pathogen. Bacteria enter prostate tissue through the urinary tract. Most often, infection can occur due to unprotected sex with a carrier. Bacteria move quickly through the urethral canal. Microorganisms cause gradual changes in the healthy microbiome.
The prostate is located in the upper part of the tube below the bladder. Its lobes adhere tightly to the walls of the urinary tract. The upper part of the organ is in close contact with the bladder sphincter. When bacteria spread in the upper part of the urinary system, an infection of the prostate lining is observed. Bacteria penetrate its subcortical part.
Bacteria actively multiply in the organ. Pathogens eat healthy cells. Areas of tissue atrophy appear. On such material flora is formed, ideal for the development of the inflammatory process. In the context of inflammation, bacteria have no food. This entails their death. In this case, the pathogenic process continues.
After the death of microorganisms, the patient's visible symptoms disappear. The man did not feel any discomfort. This type of pathology is more difficult to choose effective treatment methods. Often, specialists have to change the course of therapy.
Bacterial diversity occurs in a large group of patients. The reason for this form can be multifactorial. The disease develops with groin injuries, changes in pelvic temperature, increased hormones, obesity and a sedentary lifestyle. The disease affects people who have sedentary occupations or spend a lot of time at computers.
This pathology entails a gradual slowing down of blood circulation in the pelvic area. At the same time, organs receive a small amount of substances necessary for the formation of young cells. Tissue aging is accompanied by the accumulation of dead tissue in certain areas of the prostate. Inflammation develops under such material.
The danger of prostatitis lies in the fact that it negatively affects the function of the prostate.
This agency is responsible for a number of important processes. A special substance is produced in the glandular layer - secretion. Secretion is the basis for semen. The cerebral cortex also secretes a certain amount of the hormone testosterone. Against the background of prostatitis, these functions are reduced.
Dangerous consequences
The disease causes many troubles for patients. With prostatitis, the following negative changes are observed:
- erectile dysfunction;
- deterioration of sperm parameters;
- appearance of pain in different localities.
If the erectile state is impaired, men's excitement will disappear during sex. In addition, contact time is also reduced. In some cases, rapid ejaculation is observed with mild stimulation. This leads to problems with your partner.
Prostatitis also causes a decrease in sperm count. To get pregnant, sperm must have certain qualities. In healthy people, sperm move actively in the secretions. If diagnosed, sperm will become thicker. In viscous secretions, sperm move more slowly. An increase in acidity causes the death of some germ cells. The long course of the disease is accompanied by primary male infertility.
Many patients complain of pain in many different locations. Due to inflammation, pain occurs when urinating. In addition, discomfort accompanies defecation and intimacy. During ejaculation, acute unbearable pain may occur. If a man has such symptoms, he will stop having sex.
It is for these reasons that you need to know whether you can have intercourse with prostatitis.
Reasons for prohibiting intimacy
Not all doctors allow sex once a diagnosis is made. There are a number of prohibitive elements. Sex is prohibited for the following reasons:
- bacterial nature of the disease;
- acute form of pathology;
- the development of additional complications.
With bacterial prostatitis, sexual intercourse is prohibited. This form is caused by pathogenic microorganisms. Pathogenic bacteria are located in the microflora of the urethral canal, prostate and bladder. During unprotected contact, a number of dangerous microorganisms will enter the female vagina. There is a risk of transmitting infection to sexual partners. With proper treatment, a man cannot completely get rid of prostatitis. In this case, both partners need treatment.
Sexual intercourse is also not recommended in acute conditions. Acute type of prostatitis is accompanied by a number of negative signs. The man showed a slight increase in body temperature. There is also acute pain during intimacy. In some cases, pathogenic fluid is secreted from the urethra. For this reason, experts do not recommend having sex during severe stages of the disease.
Some doctors believe that sex causes additional complications during the course of the disease. With excessive intensity of sex, the gland weakened by the disease will stop functioning normally. In addition, the wrong choice of posture can be accompanied by increased pressure on inflamed tissues. The increased pressure is accompanied by the rapid spread of inflammation along the wall of the prostate.
Sex is also not recommended because you are planning to become pregnant. Prostatitis entails pathological changes in the functioning of the organ. The secretory base thickens and becomes viscous. In this condition, sperm loses the qualities necessary for fertilization. Even when pregnant with such sperm quality, the fetus is not always able to develop normally. The risk of having a child with various pathologies increases.
When intimacy is beneficial
However, besides the negative aspects, sex with prostatitis also has a number of positive qualities. It is especially important in the treatment of bacterial forms of the disease. Sex is said to have the following positive qualities:
- stimulates replenishment of organ walls;
- remove excess secretions;
- increased blood circulation in the pelvic area;
- accelerate the healing process.
Sex has a beneficial additional effect on the walls of the organ. This effect has properties similar to prostate massage. To treat chronic prostatitis and prevent the disease, it is recommended to undergo a course of massage. Manual impact is performed through the rectum. Gland massage causes an increase in blood flow into its tissues. In this case, dangerous microorganisms are eliminated, the intensity of inflammation is reduced and blockages are eliminated.
During sexual intercourse in a certain position, pressure will be exerted on the anterior wall of the prostate. At a certain friction frequency, that pressure causes an effect similar to massaging an organ. For this reason, it is advisable to choose a certain position and frequency of movements during sex.
The main benefit of sex is increased blood flow to the pelvic organs. Blood fluid is a source of nutrients and beneficial substances for every system and tissue. It contains a large number of red blood cells. Red blood cells are responsible for capturing air molecules from the skin's surface. The substance molecule is fixed in a cavity on the surface of the red blood cell. Through the vascular system, the red body distributes oxygen to internal organs. Accelerating blood circulation helps increase the amount of oxygen in the pelvic organs.
The increased supply of useful trace elements also causes active proliferation of tissue cells. Cells begin to divide. Young tissues replace damaged and dead areas. At the same time, the intensity of inflammation is significantly reduced. The shape of the prostate is restored.
Sex is also helpful in removing stagnant secretions from the prostate and vas deferens. Due to prostatitis, the viscosity of secretions increases. For this reason, part of the semen is stored on the walls of the vas deferens and prostate. Pathogenic material can only be removed during intimacy. However, repeated contact is not recommended. After the gland is cleaned of pathogenic secretions, its activity is gradually restored. This has a positive impact on semen quality.
All these positive qualities of sex life will speed up the healing process. Treatment at this time helps the patient recover quickly.
Rules of sexual life
Not all patients know about the peculiarities of having sex when suffering from prostatitis. Intimacy during illness must be carried out according to certain rules. Doctors give the following recommendations for men:
- regular sex life;
- use contraception;
- comply with the rules of intimate care;
- Regular check-ups with specialists;
- Refuse to provide additional money when contacted.
The main task of a man is to have a regular sex life. Sexual intercourse should be done at least once every two days. With this amount of exposure, the prostate is able to recover quickly and produce the necessary amount of new ejaculate.
Sex is rarely harmful if you are diagnosed with prostatitis. With irregular sexual intercourse, negative changes are observed in the activity of the prostate. They cause a man's health to deteriorate and the hormonal system to be disrupted. If men with prostatitis cannot have regular sexual activity, they need to completely abstain from sex during treatment.
All sexual intercourse must be done using contraception. Condoms are used for this purpose. Latex products prevent pathogenic microorganisms from entering the female reproductive system. Condoms prevent the risk of transmitting infection to your partner. The use of interrupted intercourse to treat prostatitis cannot protect women from infection.
This rule is especially relevant for planning for couples. If a man has prostatitis, the couple needs to be carefully protected until the end of treatment measures. Conception with prostatitis is very dangerous for the future development of the fetus.
Not all men carefully follow the rules of intimate care. This causes a bacterial infection. To avoid further infection during sex, you should follow all the rules of hygiene of the intimate area.
What else do you want to know?
Before sexual intercourse, it is necessary to clean the penis from the accumulation of mucus secreted under the foreskin. To do this, you need to use a special gel. Cleansing should be repeated after intimacy. You should change your underwear every day or after bathing. Towels and soap should be used separately. Maintaining hygiene allows the urethral canal to quickly get rid of pathogenic microflora.
Doctors also do not recommend using additional stimulation methods during sex. To enhance positive sensations, many couples use lubricants, gels, and attachments. All these drugs cause changes in the microflora of the genital organs. With prostatitis, such a change will lead to the development of complications. The course of the disease becomes significantly more complicated. For this reason, couples should avoid using additional stimulants during treatment.
Using drugs to restore erection is also a mistake. These drugs increase blood flow to the corpora cavernosa of the penis. When used, the blood will be fixed in the organ for several hours. Prolonged irritation in the setting of prostatitis will lead to the development of thickening of the prostatic membrane. This leads to the patient's condition worsening.
Treatment of prostatitis must be accompanied by medical supervision. Only a specialist can give recommendations regarding intimacy during the treatment of prostatitis. Compliance with all the rules leads to the rapid recovery of men's sexual health.