Patient's question:
What are the causes of testicular pain? I have had bilateral testicular pain for 5 years now. It's constant 24-hour pain. I've been to the hospital multiple times, but they haven't found any major issues. Every time, they prescribe medications for the prostate, but none of them have helped at all. Last year, I had surgery for varicocele, but the symptoms are still the same. The only improvement is that my lower abdomen doesn't hurt anymore, but the testicles still do.Doctor's answer:
There are many causes of testicular pain. The most common cause of testicular pain is bacteria entering the urethra and retrograding to the epididymis and testis, or inflammation of adjacent organs leading to epididymitis and orchitis, resulting in swelling and pain of the epididymis and testis. Orchitis, varicocele, and spermatic cord inflammation can also cause testicular pain. It is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Before the condition is cured, it is advisable to abstain from sexual activity and masturbation to avoid irreversible damage to the testicles, which may result in the loss of fertility. The above causes have a significant impact on fertility and sexual function, so it is important to take them seriously.