Prostate Diseases and Their Treatment

Prostate Diseases

Many of our patients send questions about urological problems. SƏHHƏT Clinic urologist Dr. Rauf Akhundov answers the most common ones.

What are prostate diseases?
The main conditions are prostatitis, adenoma (benign enlargement), and prostate cancer.
Adenoma affects up to 50% of men over 50 and nearly all over 80. It becomes a disease when it causes urinary obstruction.

Prostatitis is the most widespread issue.
It can be infectious (bacteria, fungi, STDs, poor hygiene) or non-infectious (pelvic blood stasis, hemorrhoids, sedentary lifestyle).
Some cases involve pain without inflammation — known as “prostatitis without prostatitis.”

Prostate cancer is one of the leading causes of death among men over 50. Symptoms include urinary difficulties, pelvic pain, and nocturnal erections. Early diagnosis is crucial.

Adenoma and sexual life
Sexual activity naturally decreases with age, but regular intimacy supports prostate health.

Medications
No drug can completely dissolve adenoma. Some help manage symptoms, but must be prescribed only by a doctor.

After surgery
Sexual function is usually restored, though ejaculation often becomes retrograde (into the bladder).

Can adenoma turn into cancer?
No, they are separate conditions. However, prolonged hyperplasia may increase cancer risk.

Conclusion:
The main risk factors are age, hormonal imbalance, and inactivity. Men over 50 should undergo regular urological screening.