Infection of the prostate gland is mainly due to bacteria and is therefore known as bacterial prostatitis. It can be acute or chronic and is often associated with other prostate or urinary tract pathology. The microorganisms are usually present in the urine but can reach the prostate through the blood stream, lymphatic system or directly from neighboring structures like the rectum.The risk of developing prostatitis increases substantially if there is a history of urinary tract infections, bladder outlet obstruction, benign prostatic hyperplasia,...