Patient's question:
Left testicle discomfort, but not painful, for about 20-30 minutes a day, feeling connected to the lower left abdomen. Lightly pressing the lower left abdomen has a faint pain sensation, lasting for about two weeks. The left testicle is lower than the right, and the spermatic cord feels slightly thicker when touched. For a few days, there was no sensation, but it has returned slightly in the last two days. There has been sexual activity, sometimes intercourse. What could be the reason?Doctor's answer:
Your condition is likely to be caused by left varicocele, not epididymitis. However, there is a possibility of prostatitis. It is recommended that you go to the hospital for a thorough examination to confirm the diagnosis. You should have a scrotal ultrasound, a prostate ultrasound, and a routine examination of prostatic fluid to make a diagnosis. Testicular conditions tend to recur, requiring long-term medication. For male patients, it is important to seek treatment at professional and reputable hospitals promptly, and treatment should be considered based on the examination results. Additionally, proper diet and abstinence from sexual activity should be maintained.