Teste pain with other symptoms

Posted by Concerned on July 16, 1999 at 10:20:08

Doctor,
i am a 42 yr old male, in excellent health, but having problems with Prostatitis.  About 4 months ago my PCP diagnosed me with prostatitis after an exam.  I was on antibiotics for about 6-8 weeks, and it seemed to clear up.  But in between that time and now, it has flaired up mildy to moderately, but now my symptoms are a little stronger. symptoms like the following:  Right Teste sore(a dull ache and sensitive to the touch), right and center groin pain that shoots up to my navel.  Feels like i was kicked in the groins.  Also, i have moderate low, center backpain.  What's strange is that I dont have pain or burning with urination with each bout of this.  I didnt realize that there are different types of prostatitis, so I dont know which one I have.  Also, my father had a bout with prostate cancer a few years ago, but is clean now.  My questions are as follows:
Does this sound like prostatitis to you?
Does it make sense for this to come back every few months?
What causes this..ex. is it sexually transmitted?
Could this be bladder infections instead?
What type of treatment would you recommend?
And, most importantly..Is there a chance that I could have prostate cancer or problems?  Do you think I need more tests? I have had urine, blood, and physical exam during bout about 3-4 months ago.  
Thank you for you time and consideration.


Posted by HFHS M.D.-AT on August 10, 1999 at 16:34:34
Dear Concerned,
Thanks for your question. You are having testicular, groin and low back pain. Surprisingly you don