Prostatitis Forum & Social Network

Acute and chronic prostatitis discussion. Arnon Krongrad, MD, moderator.

A patient recently asked if there is any relationship between Vitamin D and prostatitis. Here is one paper indicating that there may be some interaction between Vitamin D pathways and autoimmune prostatitis in mice.

 

Any other references?

Views: 633

Replies to This Discussion

I wonder if this has anything to do with that other study that showed prostatitis worsening in the winter in many cases ie, no vitamin D from the sun?

Good point, Nik. The question is how histological prostatitis in mice models clinical/symptomatic prostatitis in humans. Are there any data on vitamin D levels and/or supplementation and the interactions with prostatitis symptoms in humans?

On Friday December 2, the Nutritional Science Research Group at the National Cancer Institute will host an online seminar about vitamin D. Below is a brief description of the program. You can click here to register.

 

Vitamin D is increasingly recognized to have multiple physiological roles beyond its function in bone health. Emerging evidence suggests that higher vitamin D exposures may reduce risk of certain cancers in some populations, but can possibly increase risk in others. We will discuss current nutritional guidelines, strength of current research, and some potential mechanisms by which vitamin D may influence cancer risk.

RSS

Groups

Off Site Posts

GENERAL DISCLAIMER

The Prostatitis social network is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not engaged in rendering medical advice or professional services.

Any person who appears to knowingly solicit and/or render medical advice or promote a professional or commercial service on this site may be removed by the administrators without notice.

Information provided on this site should not be used for diagnosing or treating acute or chronic prostatitis or any other health problem or disease.

The Prostatitis social network is not a substitute for professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem, please consult your health care provider.

© 2024   Created by Arnon Krongrad, MD.   Powered by

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service