What causes Prostatitis?
Prostatitis is usually caused by a bacterial infection of the prostate gland. Any bacteria that can cause a urinary tract infection can cause acute bacterial prostatitis.
Some sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can cause bacterial prostatitis, including chlamydia and gonorrhea. STDs are more likely to occur from:
Certain sexual practices, such as having anal sex without wearing a condom Having many sexual partners
In men over age 35, E. coli and other common bacteria usually cause prostatitis. This type of prostatitis may occur after:
Epididymitis Urethritis Urinary tract infections </s>