Can prostatitis cause an enlarged prostate?

Prostatitis may lead to an enlarged prostate. When inflammation occurs in the prostate, inflammatory mediators can cause pathological changes such as congestion and edema, resulting in an increase in prostate volume. However, this enlargement is usually temporary; with timely and effective treatment of the inflammation, the prostate enlargement may be reversed. Additionally, prostate enlargement may also be related to factors such as age, genetics, and hormone levels. Therefore, patients with prostatitis should actively cooperate with their doctors' treatments and pay attention to adjusting their lifestyle and dietary habits to prevent and control the development of prostate enlargement.