Prostatitis or inflammation of the prostate is a condition that is usually caused by a bacterial E. coli infection. However, inflammation of the prostate can also be caused by other non-bacterial reasons such as:
Urinary obstruction.
Phimosis.
Trauma to the perineum.
Read the full article on: Prostatitis: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment ( 72).
By Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Rut Gómez de Segura M.D. (gynecologist), Victoria Moliner BSc, MSc (embryologist) and Romina Packan (invitra staff).
Last Update: 06/04/2025