No it would be most unusual to get sexually transmitted epidiidymitis following vasectomy. Soon after vasectomy a post surgical infection might occur but years later there should not be a concern. EWH
Okay, this is my last question, I promise. Is it even possible to get epididymitis years after a vasectomy since there is no direct connection between the urethra and the epididymis since the vas deferens were cut?
Yes, it certainly could. EWH
Thanks! My last question, is it possible that a pinched nerve in my back could be presenting as testicular pain?
No, yeast infections would not account for these symptoms. Yeast infection can cause changes to the skin of the penis but it would not account for your testicular discomfort. EWH
How about my question regarding, "could the pain be related to a male yeast infection?".
The Reason I ask is that my wife gets occasional yeast infections. Also, i currently have dry, hard skin on the tip of my penis? Does the dry, hard skin sound like a symptom of a yeast infection? And, could a yeast infection cause slight pain in my scrotal or testicular area?
Thanks
Here on the Forum we try not to differ with the opinion of our clients' doctors, particularly when they have had the chance to examine you and we have not. Your symptoms however would be an unusual presentation of epididymitis which is very rareley associated with back pain.
Either way, while M. genitalium is increasing recognized as a cause of STD symptoms, it remains a rare cause of epididymitis. Furthermore, in addition to your unusual presentation you really are not in a high risk situation for getting any STD. Finally, please be aware that much epididymitis is not an STD but a urinary tract infection.
Bottom line, it sounds as though you are getting better and I suspect you will continue to do so. If your symptoms worse, then you may want to return to your doctor but I would not be too worried that this is an STD.
Hope this helps. EWH