There are many reasons that provoke the development of an inflammatory process in the prostate (prostatitis). These are various sexually transmitted diseases (gonorrhea, trichomoniasis), hormonal disorders, overweight, smoking and alcohol abuse.
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate that causes discomfort, interferes with sexual function, and can cause inflammation of the testes and epididymis, which ultimately leads to infertility. Pathology is observed in men of different ages, but most often after 35-40 years. There are a number of 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 in the prostate is the activity of infectious agents. The disease develops due to the penetration of infection into the prostate, the appearance of which was provoked by other diseases. Due to their 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 (pathogens of chlamydia);
- Trichomoniasis (causative agents of trichomoniasis);
- cochus bacillus (the causative agent of tuberculosis);
- candida fungi (causative agents of candidiasis).
In addition, 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 impaired blood flow through the vessels in that area. This phenomenon is associated with factors such as a sedentary lifestyle, sedentary work, wearing too tight, 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 circulate in sufficient quantity to the prostate. This causes oxygen deficiency and increases the risk of developing an inflammatory process.
Prolonged abstinence from sex, frequent interruption of sex
If a man has not had sex for a long time, and also if he practices interrupted sex as a method of contraception, it 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 discontinuation of intercourse, it remains in the prostate or is only partially excreted due to the lack of ejaculation.
Congestion causes an increase in the size of the organ and its inflammation.
Hormonal disturbances
Hormonal imbalance, in which the production of testosterone is disturbed, provokes 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 lesion, in which testosterone is produced;
- lack of physical activity;
- acute and chronic intoxication;
- bad 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 perineum causes congestion of the prostate, which leads to its inflammation. If the injuries were severe, they can cause chronic prostatitis.
<1_img_centerxx>Hypothermia of the pelvic area, which occurs during a prolonged stay in a draft or as a result of the wrong choice of clothes (not for the weather), also causes an acute inflammatory process in the prostate. It is important that hypothermia reduces the body's defenses, which under such conditions is unable to fight the developing disease.
Constant nervous tension
Prostatitis can be psychological in nature. The risk group includes men who experience stress on a regular basis, suffer from constant sleep deprivation and chronic fatigue, and also experience a constant increase in mental stress.
The trigger in this case is the production of specific "stressful" substances - thus the nervous system reacts to the situation. Under such conditions, the risk of developing inflammation increases.
Bad habits and poor diet
Alcohol and smoking negatively affect blood vessels, making them inelastic and brittle. As a result, the blood supply to the prostate gland decreases, the gland receives less nutrients and oxygen. Under such conditions, inflammation develops.
Harmful foods: fatty and fried foods, semi-finished products, canned foods, pickles, as well as drinks such as strong tea and coffee, sugary sodas reduce immunity. Because of this, the body is unable to fight off the pathogens that cause inflammation of the prostate.
Digestive problems causing 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 to the latter. Due to this, immunity decreases and the body's sensitivity to pathogens increases. In addition, the retention of feces promotes 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 various reasons: from injuries of the pelvic organs to psychological factors. By finding out the cause of the inflammation of the prostate and eliminating it, you can make progress in the treatment of the pathology.