There are many reasons that cause the development of an inflammatory process in the prostate (prostatitis). It involves various sexually transmitted diseases (gonorrhea, trichomoniasis), hormonal disorders, being overweight, smoking, and alcohol abuse.
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland that causes discomfort, interferes with sexual function, and can cause inflammation of the testicles and epididymis, ultimately leading to infertility. Pathology is observed in men of different ages, but more often after 35-40 years. There are several reasons why prostatitis develops.
Acute and chronic infectious processes as a factor in the development of prostatitis.
Often the cause of the development of the inflammatory process of the prostate is the activity of infectious agents. The disease develops due to the penetration of an infection into the prostate gland, the appearance of which was provoked by other diseases. Due to its development, the immune system is weakened, the process of reproduction of pathogenic microflora begins.
Inflammation of the prostate is caused by:
- gonococci (causative agents of gonorrhea);
- Chlamydia (Chlamydia pathogens);
- Trichomonas (causative agents of trichomoniasis);
- cochus bacillus (the causative agent of tuberculosis);
- candida fungi (causative agents of candidiasis).
Also, prostatitis develops under the influence of Escherichia coli, enterococci, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, staphylococci.
Violation of blood circulation in the pelvic area.
Stagnation of blood and fluid in the pelvic area is the result of poor blood flow in the vessels in this area. This phenomenon is associated with factors such as sedentary lifestyle, sedentary work, wearing too tight or tight underwear or tight jeans and pants, and being overweight. Slow blood flow can be associated with disturbances in the work of the heart muscle, diseases of the nervous system.
In the presence of such factors, the blood does not flow to the prostate gland in sufficient quantities. This causes oxygen deficiency and increases the risk of developing an inflammatory process.
Prolonged abstinence from sexual intercourse, frequent interruption of sexual intercourse
If a man has not had sexual intercourse for a long time, and also if he practices interrupted intercourse for contraception, this causes inflammation of the prostate.
In the presence of these factors, a special fluid accumulates in the prostate, a secret that ensures the viability and mobility of sperm and, under normal conditions, is removed from it. With abstinence and interruption of sexual intercourse, it remains in the prostate or is only partially excreted due to lack of ejaculation.
Congestion causes an increase in the size of the organ and its inflammation.
Hormonal disorders
Hormonal imbalance, in which testosterone production is disrupted, causes the development of an inflammatory process in the prostate.
Hormonal disturbances occur as a result of such phenomena:
- abnormalities of the glands and organs of the endocrine system (thyroid gland, adrenal glands, pituitary gland);
- testicular injury, in which testosterone is produced;
- lack of physical activity;
- acute and chronic poisoning;
- improper nutrition;
- frequent stress;
- live in an unfavorable ecological environment;
- tumor neoplasms.
Prostatitis can result from both a decrease and a sharp increase in the level of the male sex hormone.
Injury and hypothermia
Mechanical damage to the pelvic organs and the perineum causes congestion of the prostate, which leads to its inflammation. If the injuries were severe, they can lead to chronic prostatitis.
Hypothermia of the pelvic region, which occurs with a prolonged stay in a draft or as a result of a wrong choice of clothing (not because of the weather), also causes an acute inflammatory process of the prostate gland. It is important that hypothermia reduces the body's defenses which, under such conditions, cannot fight the developing disease.
Constant nervous tension
Prostatitis can be psychological in nature. The risk group includes men who experience stress regularly, suffer from constant lack of sleep and chronic fatigue, and also experience a constant increase in mental stress.
The trigger in this case is the production of specific "stressors" substances, which is why the nervous system reacts to the situation. In such conditions, the risk of developing inflammation increases.
Bad habits and unhealthy diet
Alcohol and smoking negatively affect blood vessels, making them inelastic and fragile. As a result, the blood supply to the prostate decreases, the gland receives less nutrients and oxygen. In such conditions, inflammation develops.
Harmful foods: fatty and fried foods, semi-finished products, canned foods, pickles, as well as strong drinks such as tea and coffee, sweet soda reduce immunity. Because of this, the body cannot fight the pathogens that cause inflammation of the prostate.
Digestive problems that cause frequent constipation.
If a person has irregular bowel movements or frequent constipation, dysbiosis develops: in this case, the ratio of beneficial and harmful microflora changes in the gastrointestinal tract towards the latter. Due to this, immunity decreases and the body's susceptibility to pathogens increases. In addition, stool retention favors the absorption of toxins in the colon, which also negatively affects the protective function of the body.
Prostatitis is a disease that can cause infertility. This deviation occurs under the influence of a variety of reasons: from injuries of the pelvic organs to psychological factors. Finding out the cause of the inflammation of the prostate gland and eliminating it, you can advance in the treatment of the pathology.