pain and burning

[russo66]

I saw the urologist last week and its always the same old story he says I have and infection. Some times I take the anti biotic and other times I dont take it, because the infection usually goes away by itself. The doctor wants me to continue to take the antibiotic for 12 to 18 months. This is ridicious to say the least.
I want to know  in terms of tests, which tests can I suggest that will help me get to the bottom of this once and for all? I am having severe burning and pain in both my testicles and penis. It hurts before I go to the bathroom and after I go to the bathroom.  
I tried taking cranberry extrack but it made the pain  and burning worse. Do you have any idea why this occured?
I have that herb calles uri urea. It says on the bottle that if you have kidney or digestive issues you shouldnt take it.
I have digestive issues and I was wondering whether or not should I take it?
if I do decide to take it what side effects may it cause and how should I take it? Also how long should I use it for?
What  other things should I be using and not be using in terms of supplements, herbs, amino acids and any drugs as a last resort I can suggest to the doctor.

[Paxiled]

I think the herb you're talking about is uva ursi.  It essentially does the same thing cranberry does, which is prevent harmful bacteria from lodging in the urinary tract.  But you didn't say what kind of infection the urologist said you have.  Part of your problem may be, if you've had recurrent infections, is the die off of your protective probiotics.  At the least you should pick up a good quality refrigerated probiotic from your local health food store, and by that I'm excluding GNC and like stores.  As for the rest, the pain in the testicles still doesn't sound like a UTI, it sounds like something else, so it's hard to say what to do.  If you really want to try the natural way, given the length of time you've been suffering with this, it might be time to see a naturopath or. alternatively, a different physician.

[lemongrass711]

Google: Interstitial cystitis in men.  I think you will find the answer to your problems.  Leave off the cranberry juice or cranberry supplements.  Good luck!
Vicki