Prostatitis is a common male reproductive system disease, especially prevalent in middle-aged men over 40. So why are men over 40 more prone to prostatitis, and how can these men prevent the occurrence of prostatitis? Let’s take a look.
Why Middle-Aged Men Are More Prone to Prostatitis
Men over 40 are more likely to develop prostatitis mainly due to a combination of various factors, such as:
Physiological Changes: With age, men’s reproductive organs also undergo a series of physiological changes. After the age of 40, the blood supply to the prostate gland in men may gradually decrease, leading to inadequate nutrient supply to the prostate tissue, thereby increasing the risk of infection.
Hormonal Changes: As men age, hormone levels in the body change, especially a gradual decrease in testosterone levels. This may result in structural and functional changes in the prostate tissue, increasing the likelihood of infection.
Decreased Immune System Function: As men age, the immune system gradually weakens, leading to a decrease in resistance. This makes men over 40 more susceptible to prostatitis.
Lifestyle and Habits: Around the age of 40, men often face heavy career and family responsibilities, and increased stress and a faster pace of life can also affect the body’s immune function, weakening men’s ability to resist diseases and increasing the risk of developing prostatitis.
Sexual Activity: As men age, their sexual needs may decrease due to changes in hormone levels. Prolonged lack of sexual activity can lead to a congested state in the prostate, increasing the risk of prostatitis.
Therefore, for men over 40 who want to prevent this condition, besides actively using medication like traditional Chinese medicine or antibiotics to treat the disease after contracting it, they should also avoid the following behaviors in daily life to maintain prostate health:
1. Prolonged Sitting: Prolonged sitting can put pressure on the prostate, causing poor blood circulation and increasing the risk of prostatitis.
2. Irregular Sexual Activity: Long-term irregular sexual activity, excessive frequency of sexual activity, or prolonged lack of sexual activity can increase the risk of prostatitis.
3. Holding Urine: Holding urine for a long time can lead to the retention of bacteria in the urine, increasing the risk of infection.
4. Unhealthy Habits: Unhealthy habits such as lack of exercise, staying up late, and stress can increase the risk of prostatitis.
5. Unbalanced Diet: Spicy and high-fat, high-cholesterol dietary habits can increase the risk of prostatitis.
Men over 40 must pay attention to prostate health to avoid prostatitis. In daily life, men should beware of the mentioned behaviors to maintain their health.
