Leukoplakia of the bladder can precede oncological diseases. This condition is characterized by structural changes in the cellular composition lining the cavity of the bladder. That is, the cells of the transitional epithelium are replaced by a flat epithelium, which is prone to keratinization. In women, leukoplakia of the bladder is more frequent than in males.
Leukoplakia of the bladder - the main reasons
Among the causes of the emergence of leukoplakia of the bladder is the main infectious agent, and viruses are no exception. Most often, they are the causative agents of sexual infections that can enter the urethra. And then they go further and develop chronic inflammation. Less common cause are opportunistic staphylococci, Escherichia coli , Proteus and others. Also cause damage to the mucous membrane.
There are certain predisposing factors. It:
- structural anomalies;
- chronic foci of infection;
- frequent change of sexual partners, while sexual intercourse without the use of barrier means of contraception;
- diseases of the endocrine glands;
- stress, chronic fatigue.
How does the bladder leukoplakia manifest?
Among the most common symptoms of leukoplakia of the bladder are the following:
- Chronic pain in the lower abdomen, in the pelvic part. Most often, the pain is dull or aching. More often it has a permanent character.
- Violation of urination in the form of a slight increase. In this case, the appearance of resi and burning sensation is characteristic.
- Sensation of spasms during urination.
- Frequent recurrence of cystitis and resistance to standard treatment regimens.
Most of the signs of leukoplakia of the bladder do not have specificity. It is especially difficult to differentiate these diseases during exacerbation and activation of the pathogen. Therefore, it can be difficult to diagnose only a clinical picture. It is known that if leukoplakia affects the neck of the bladder, then there is a high severity of symptoms. By the way, it is this localization that is most common.
If suspected of leukoplakia, a study is done - cystoscopy . At the same time, a biopsy can be performed from a suspicious area. As for the possibility of getting pregnant, then leukoplakia of the bladder and pregnancy - this is quite real. Moreover, in pregnancy, hormone levels change. And against this background, self-healing of the leukoplakia site is possible.
Leukoplakia of the bladder - treatment methods
The treatment of leukoplakia of the bladder begins with conservative methods:
- Antibacterial drugs or antiviral drugs.
This stage of treatment of leukoplakia of the neck of the bladder is aimed at eliminating the root cause. Often the duration of antibiotic therapy can be up to several months. - Physiotherapeutic procedures (electrophoresis with anti-inflammatory drugs, magnetotherapy). This treatment is aimed at reducing the activity of inflammation, and this leads to an improvement in general condition.
- Hormonal preparations with imbalance of hormones.
- Preparations that strengthen the immune system.
If the above methods are ineffective, one must resort to surgical intervention. Operation with leukoplakia of the bladder consists in the introduction through the urethra of special instruments and an optical device. In this case, under the control of vision, the site of the damaged tissue is removed. Cauterization of leukoplakia of the bladder with a laser is also used.