Patient's question:
31 years old, already more than a month, the symptoms first began with right testicular swelling and unbearable pain. How to distinguish between prostatitis and varicocele?Doctor's answer:
Prostatitis and varicocele are different, with significant distinctions. Prostatitis is primarily characterized by symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and pain during urination, as well as lower abdominal pain and back pain. In contrast, varicocele may not show obvious symptoms in its early stages. Some patients may experience scrotal swelling without any known cause. As the condition progresses, hardening of the legs and edema may occur. Currently, it is recommended that you actively cooperate with your doctor in treatment to prevent the condition from worsening.