There are many reasons that provoke the development of inflammatory processes in the prostate (prostatitis). These are various venereal diseases (gonorrhea, trichomoniasis), hormonal disorders, overweight, smoking and alcohol abuse.
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland that causes discomfort, interferes with sexual function and can lead to inflammation of the testicles and epididymis, which eventually leads to infertility. Pathology is observed in men of different ages, but most 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 inflammatory processes of the prostate is the activity of infectious agents. The disease develops due to the penetration of infection into the prostate gland, which appears to be caused by another disease. Due to its development, the immune system becomes weakened, the process of reproduction of pathogenic microflora begins.
Inflammation of the prostate gland is caused by:
- gonococci (agents that cause gonorrhea);
- chlamydia (chlamydia pathogen);
- Trichomonas (the causative agent of trichomoniasis);
- cochus bacillus (the causative agent of tuberculosis);
- candida fungus (the causative agent 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 a result of disruption of blood flow in the vessels in this area. This phenomenon is associated with factors such as inactive lifestyle, inactive work, wearing too tight clothing, tight underwear or jeans and tight pants, and weight gain. Slow blood flow can be associated with disturbances in the work of the heart muscle, diseases of the nervous system.
If there are such factors, blood does not flow to the prostate gland in sufficient amounts. This leads to a lack of oxygen and increases the risk of developing inflammatory processes.
Prolonged abstinence from sexual intercourse, frequent sexual intercourse disorders
If a man has not had sexual intercourse for a long time, and also if he has interrupted sexual intercourse as a method of contraception, then this gives rise to inflammation of the prostate.
In the presence of these factors, a special fluid accumulates in the prostate - the secret that ensures the viability and mobility of spermatozoa and, under normal circumstances, is removed from it. With abstinence and sexual dysfunction, it remains in the prostate or is excreted only partially due to lack of ejaculation.
Congestion causes an increase in the size of the organ and its inflammation.
Hormone Disorders
Hormonal imbalances, in which testosterone production is disrupted, lead to the development of inflammatory processes in the prostate.
Hormonal disorders occur as a result of such phenomena:
- anomalies of the glands and organs of the endocrine system (thyroid gland, adrenal gland, pituitary gland);
- testicular injury, in which testosterone is produced;
- lack of physical activity;
- acute and chronic intoxication;
- improper nutrition;
- frequent stress;
- living in an unfavorable ecological environment;
- tumor neoplasm.
Prostatitis can be caused by a decrease and increase in the levels of male sex hormones.
Injury and hypothermia
Mechanical damage to the pelvic and perineum organs causes congestion of the prostate, which leads to its inflammation. If severely injured, then can cause chronic prostatitis.
Hypothermia of the pelvic area, which occurs with prolonged stay in the draft or as a result of the wrong choice of clothing (not for the weather), also causes an acute inflammatory process of the prostate gland. It is important that hypothermia reduces the body’s defenses, which, in such circumstances, are unable to fight off the developing disease.
Persistent nervous tension
Prostatitis can be psychological in nature. Risk groups include men who experience frequent stress, experience persistent sleep deprivation and chronic fatigue, and also experience continuously increased mental stress.
The trigger in this case is the production of certain "stressful" substances - therefore the nervous system responds to the situation. In such cases, the risk of developing inflammation increases.
Bad habits and unhealthy diet
Alcohol and smoking have a negative effect on blood vessels, making them inelastic and brittle. As a result, the blood supply to the prostate is reduced, the glands get less nutrients and oxygen. In such cases, inflammation develops.
Harmful foods: fatty and fried foods, semi -finished products, canned foods, pickles, as well as beverages such as strong tea and coffee, sweet sodas reduce immunity. Because of that, the body is unable to fight off pathogens that cause prostate inflammation.
Digestive problems cause frequent constipation
If a person suffers from irregular bowel movements or frequent constipation, dysbiosis develops: in this case, the ratio of beneficial and harmful microflora changes in the gastrointestinal tract in the latter direction. Because of this, immunity decreases and the body’s susceptibility to pathogens increases. In addition, fecal retention induces the absorption of toxins into the large intestine, which also has a negative impact on the body’s protective function.
Prostatitis is a disease that can cause infertility. These deviations occur under the influence of various reasons: from pelvic organ injury to psychological factors. Knowing the cause of inflammation of the prostate gland and getting rid of it, you can make progress in the treatment of pathology.