Sex with prostatitis causes great controversy among modern doctors. Some experts believe that intimacy is beneficial for the patient. Other doctors argue that contacts can aggravate the course of 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 made in 30% of young people and in more than 60% of older patients. There is a misconception that this disease only affects a weakened body. But that is anything but true. Inflammation of the prostate can have many causes. For this reason, it can occur in men of any age group.
Pathology has several variants. Bacterial and nonbacterial chronic diseases are considered to be common forms. In the bacterial form, the cause is a pathogen. The bacterium enters the prostate tissue via the urinary tract. Infection is often possible through unprotected sexual contact with a disease carrier. The bacterium moves quickly through the urethral canal. The microorganism causes a gradual change in the healthy microflora.
The prostate is located in the upper part of the canal under 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 the microbe spreads to the upper part of the urinary system, infection of the prostate mucosa is observed. The bacterium invades its subcortical part.
The microbe actively multiplies in the organ. The pathogen feeds on healthy cells. Areas of atrophied tissue appear. Flora is formed on such material, which is ideal for the development of the inflammatory process. Against the background of inflammation, bacteria are left without food. This brings her death. In this case, the pathogenic process persists.
After the microorganisms die, the patient's visible symptoms disappear. The man feels no discomfort. With this form of pathology, it is more difficult to select an effective treatment. Specialists often have to change the course of therapy.
The nonbacterial variant occurs in a large group of patients. The reason for this form can be many factors. The disease develops with groin trauma, changes in pelvic temperature, hormonal fluctuations, obesity and a sedentary lifestyle. The disease affects people who have sedentary jobs or spend a lot of time at the computer.
This pathology leads to a gradual slowdown in blood circulation in the pelvis. At the same time, the organs receive a smaller 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 occurs under such material.
The danger of prostatitis lies in its negative impact on the functions of the prostate.
The organ is responsible for several important processes. A special substance is produced in the gland layer - a secretion. The secretion is the basis for the seminal fluid. The subcortex also secretes a certain amount of the hormone testosterone. Against the background of prostatitis, these functions decrease.
Dangerous consequences
The disease causes many problems for the patient. With prostatitis, the following negative changes are observed:
- erectile dysfunction;
- deterioration of sperm parameters;
- the appearance of pain in various locations.
When erectile function is impaired, a man's arousal upon contact disappears. In addition, the duration of contact is shortened. In some cases, rapid ejaculation with mild excitement is observed. This leads to problems with your partner.
Prostatitis is also accompanied by a deterioration in sperm count. In order for a pregnancy to occur, the sperm must have certain properties. In a healthy patient, sperm actively move in the secretory substance. When diagnosed, the sperm becomes thick. Sperm move more slowly in viscous secretions. An increase in acidity leads to the death of some germ cells. The long course of the disease is accompanied by primary male infertility.
Many patients complain of pain in various places. Due to inflammation, pain occurs when urinating. In addition, unpleasant sensations accompany bowel movements and intimacy. Acute, unbearable pain may occur during ejaculation. When a man has such a symptom, he stops having sex.
For these reasons, you need to know whether intimacy is possible with prostatitis.
Reasons for the ban on intimacy
Not all doctors allow sexual intercourse if there is a diagnosis. There are several prohibition factors. Sex is forbidden for the following reasons:
- bacterial nature of the disease;
- acute form of pathology;
- Development of additional complications.
If you have bacterial prostatitis, sex is prohibited. This form is caused by pathogenic microorganisms. Pathogenic bacteria are found in the microflora of the urethral canal, prostate and bladder. With unprotected contact, some of the dangerous microorganisms enter the female vagina. There is a risk of your partner becoming infected. With proper treatment, a man cannot completely get rid of prostatitis. In this case, both partners must be treated.
Sex is also not recommended for acute illnesses. The acute form of prostatitis is accompanied by several negative signs. The man exhibits a slight increase in body temperature. There is also acute pain during intimacy. In some cases, pathogenic fluid is released from the urethra. For this reason, experts advise against having sex during an exacerbation period.
Some doctors argue that sexual intercourse causes additional complications during the course of the disease. If sexual contact is excessively intense, the gland, weakened by the disease, no longer functions properly. In addition, an incorrect choice of posture can result in additional pressure on the inflamed tissue. Increased pressure is accompanied by rapid spread of inflammation along the walls of the prostate.
Sex is also not recommended when planning a pregnancy. Prostatitis entails pathological changes in the functioning of the organ. The secretion base thickens and becomes viscous. In this state, the sperm lose the properties necessary for fertilization. Even if a pregnancy occurs with such sperm quality, the fetus is not always able to develop properly. The risk of having a child with various pathologies increases.
When intimacy is beneficial
But in addition to the negative aspects, sex with prostatitis also has a number of positive properties. It is particularly important for treating nonbacterial forms of the disease. The following positive properties are attributed to sexual intercourse:
- additional stimulation of the organ walls;
- removal of excess secretions;
- increased blood circulation in the pelvis;
- Acceleration of the healing process.
Sex has an additional positive effect on the organ walls. This effect has similar properties to a prostate massage. Massage is recommended to treat chronic prostatitis and prevent the disease. Manual influence occurs via the rectum. Massaging the gland accelerates blood flow to the tissue. In this case, dangerous microorganisms are eliminated, the intensity of inflammation is reduced and congestion is eliminated.
During sexual intercourse in a certain position, pressure is exerted on the front wall of the prostate. At a certain frequency of friction, this pressure leads to effects that are similar to an organ massage. For this reason, it is recommended to choose a specific position and frequency of movement during sexual intercourse.
The main benefit of sex is to increase blood flow to the pelvic organs. Blood fluid is a source of nutrients and useful substances for all systems and tissues. It contains a large number of red blood cells. Red blood cells are responsible for capturing air molecules from the surface of the skin. The substance molecule is fixed in a depression on the surface of the red blood cell. The red blood cells distribute oxygen to the internal organs via the vascular system. Accelerating blood circulation helps increase oxygen levels in the pelvic organs.
An increase in the supply of useful microelements also leads to active proliferation of tissue cells. Cells begin to divide. Young tissue replaces damaged and dead areas. At the same time, the intensity of the inflammation is significantly reduced. The shape of the prostate is restored.
Sex is also useful for clearing stagnant secretions from the prostate and vas deferens. Due to prostatitis, the viscosity of the secretion increases. For this reason, part of the ejaculate 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 cleansed of pathogenic secretions, its activity is gradually restored. This has a positive effect on the quality of the semen.
All these positive qualities of sex life accelerate the healing process. Treatment at this time helps to quickly eliminate the disease.
Rules of sex life
Not all patients know the peculiarities of sex with prostatitis. Intimacy during illness should occur according to certain rules. Doctors give men the following recommendations:
- regular sex life;
- use of contraceptives;
- Compliance with the rules of intimate hygiene;
- regular visits to a specialist;
- Refusal of additional funds when contacted.
A man's main task is to lead a regular sex life. Sex should be performed at least every two days. With such a number of contacts, the prostate has the ability to quickly recover and produce the required amount of new ejaculate.
Rare sexual contacts are harmful if you are diagnosed with prostatitis. Negative changes in the activity of the prostate are observed with irregular sexual intercourse. They are associated with a deterioration in a man's health and disruption of the hormonal system. If a man with prostatitis cannot lead a regular sexual life, it is necessary to completely abstain from intimacy for the period of treatment.
Any sexual contact must be carried out using contraception. A condom is used for this. The latex product prevents pathogenic microorganisms from entering the female reproductive system. A condom prevents the risk of infection from your sexual partner. The use of interrupted sexual intercourse for prostatitis cannot protect a woman from infection.
This rule is particularly relevant for planning couples. If a man has inflammation of the prostate, the couple should be carefully protected until the end of the therapeutic measures. Conception with prostatitis is dangerous for the further development of the fetus.
Not all men carefully follow the rules of intimate hygiene. This leads to a bacterial infection. To avoid additional infection during sex, you should follow all the rules of intimate hygiene.
What else do you need to know?
Before sexual intercourse, it is necessary to clean the penis from the accumulation of secretory mucus under the foreskin. To do this, you must use a special gel. Cleansing should be repeated after intimacy. Underwear should be changed every day or after bathing. Towel and soap should be used individually. Maintaining hygiene allows the urethral canal to quickly remove pathogenic microflora.
Doctors also advise against using additional stimulating agents during sexual intercourse. To enhance positive sensations, many couples use lubricants, gels and attachments. All of these drugs cause changes in the microflora of the genital organs. With prostatitis, such a change is fraught with the development of complications. The course of the disease becomes significantly more complicated. For this reason, the couple should avoid additional stimulants during the treatment period.
It is also a mistake to use pills to restore an erection. Such medications cause increased blood flow to the erectile tissue of the penis. When used, the blood is fixed in the organ for several hours. Prolonged excitement against the background of prostatitis is fraught with the development of severe thickening of the prostate membrane. This leads to a deterioration in the patient's condition.
Treatment of prostatic inflammation should be accompanied by medical supervision. Only a specialist can give recommendations on intimacy during prostatitis therapy. Compliance with all the rules leads to a quick restoration of male sexual health.