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armpit sore , testicle dull pain, dizziness
Hi everyone.. i am a 33 year old male , had unprotected sex with a 19 year old female friend about 19 weeks ago. come to find out she was 3 months pregnant from another guy when we had intercourse. We had unprotected vagina, oral and anal intercourse. Never had Anal sex before she was my 1 st. About 2 weeks after this encounter i developed a irritation on the tip of my penis, mainly inside the urethra opening, also experienced less urination and burning sensation while urinating. started to get worried at this point. Went to the docs he put me on Cipro as a early measure. recommended me to urologist. Cipro did the trick, but the same symptoms came back. took cipro again went away, then again the same symptoms came back but this time the back of my right testicle began to feel dull and achy. went to urologist finally he put me on cetrifaxone shot and azitromin treatment for gonorhea and chlamydia as a precaution while test were run. test came back neg for both . he said to take an early hiv test came back neg also at 1 month . urethral discomfort went away, but testicle pain persisted. went back to uro and said i may have epididimytis due to bacterial infetion that spread from my urethar recommeded doxy treatment. finally things seem like everything was clearing up. no testicle discomfort and the urethra discomfort was all but gone. this was about 2 months 2 weeks after risky sexual encounter. at about 3 months started feeling weird itching on my penis. no fever , slight right testicle dullness very slight came and went, also felt malaise , felt irritable, and would have mild night sweats mostly on upper back. my armpits felt sore also, i was urinating less, and urethra opening discomfort came back. itching was not centralized to one place it was all over my shaft it came and went from one spot to another. itching was also not severe just and annoyance . at night i felt weird tingling on my scrotum. herpes came to mind, no sores though. also my groin felt like there was pressure there but only on right side same side i had my testicle discomfort. went back to urologist , said it was to early for a herpes test and i should take an hiv rapid test after 3 months. said it did not look like herpes at all, might be a skin irritation from all the antibiotics i had been taking. did a rectal exam .. prostate was sligthly inflamed put me on cipro again for bacterial prostasis he said... the urethral discomfort at penis opening went away, itching decreased but..armpits still feel sore and my malaise has been less present though, before it would last for about 5 or 6 hours i would say, now only for 1 or 2 hours. at 16 weeks past the 3 month period took an hiv rapid test blood drawn from vein came back negative.. can my armpit pain be related to something else, anyone have bacterial prostasis that has felt armpit soreness? also groin pressure still present but off and on , mostly everything seems off and on. been on cipro for 2 weeks now, recomended a 28 day regime...i feel like cipro is taking too long to work.. anyone have been through bacterial protasis please advise with your experiences..
As you still have the swellings under your armpits and this "lump" in the crease of your inner thigh, don't forget to mention this to the doctor/urologist and ask if you can have a blood test taken for rule out non-Holdgkins lymphoma.
Thanks for the update on how you are getting on, and I am glad to know that you are much better and that you will be seeing your urologist with regard to issues that have not settled down yet.
Make a list of your symptoms and concerns so that you do not forget anything. Give the list to the urologist and/or your doctor should you see your doctor.
Hope all goes well for you.
Best wishes.
Thanks for the update on how you are getting on, and I am glad to know that you are much better and that you will be seeing your urologist with regard to issues that have not settled down yet.
Make a list of your symptoms and concerns so that you do not forget anything. Give the list to the urologist and/or your doctor should you see your doctor.
Hope all goes well for you.
Best wishes.
just wanted to update this post as it may help someone out there with similar problems. I definitely had candida my dermatologist recommended a 2 week treatment of fluconazole 100mg once a week..i absolutely have no itching whatsoever anymore in my genital region. my dizzi spells have gone away also. only things left are the weird armpit discomfort.. still a very light bothersome like discomfort inside my urethra, but its very minimal sometimes i forget its even there comes after peeing or ejaculating. What is worrying me is my epididimytis still on and off giving testicular dulling discomfort right side that i will get looked at this Tuesday. Finally i have this weird painless firm raised lump like line in the crease where my inner thigh meets my groin ..dont know what that is, i hope its not related to my epidemytis, don't think it's swollen lymph nodes but i cant be sure. its literally like a raised thick line wish i could describe it better. Anyways that's where i am now. Hope i know more after my urologist visit this tuesday..take care
The enlarged prostate and the epididymitis may have been caused by any bacteria or fungal overgrowth that your immune system was not able to deal with.
Do bear in mind that I am not a doctor, nor a specialist on bacteria and fungus. Any open wound on the skin puts us at risk of getting a bacterial infections. The bacteria in the anal canal and those in the vagina are different and no doubt you did contaminate yourself as well as contaminate the person you had sex with by having anal penetration.
Epididymitis can happen at any age.
You may have already had the enlarged prostate and epididymitis infection that may have been so mild as to not have shown any symptoms before your sexual encounter. It is highly probable that you did pick up the bacteria/fungal problem from having contact with the anal canal though.
Does Candida ring a bell that the urologist may have mentioned? An overgrowth of Candida can cause Thrush. (these are fungus) and the symptoms that you described in first post does seem to suggest that you had a severe fungal infection as well as a bacterial urinary infection.
Any man can get an enlarged prostate gland and get an infection in the epididymis. Infections and problems can also affect the testes. Any man can also get cancer in the prostate gland and in the testes and that is why it is very important that if you notice any changes you should report these to your doctor as soon as possible. The sooner problems are detected and treated the better.
I have a cousin who in his 20s ignored pain in his testes - this was in fact cancer. He had to have one testis removed, underwent many months of therapy and lost his hair and is vey lucky to have survived. Had he gone sooner, he would not have had to endure such drastic treatment. The chances of him fathering a child is extremely low if at all possible.
This is meant to scare any man who may have any changes that are not normal to seek medical advice and get examined.
Prostate gland problems can cause frequent urination, or sensations that you need to urinate but are not able to, or have difficulty in emptying the bladder. If no urine is able to be passed when there is a strong urge to go and the abdomen may also start to swell, this is very serious and needs immediate medical attention.
The urologist will no doubt be monitoring you with regard to your enlarged prostate and if things do not settle may prescribe a medication to help reduce it if you have not been prescribed with anything at this moment in time.
Genital herpes is an STD caused by two types of viruses. The viruses are called herpes simplex type 1 and herpes simplex type 2.
You can get genital herpes by by having vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone who has the disease.
Fluids found in a herpes sore carry the virus, and contact with those fluids can cause infection. You can also get herpes from an infected sex partner who does not have a visible sore or who may not know he or she is infected because the virus can be released through your skin and spread the infection to your sex partner(s).
The web link below gives lots of information with regard to Genital Herpes.
http://www.cdc.gov/std/herpes/stdfact-herpes.htm
Herpes Simplex Virus causes cold sores that are small blisters that develop on the lips or around the mouth. These clear up without treatment within 7 to 10 days. Cold sores can also form if you have had oral sex with someone who has Genital Herpes. Even the Herpes Simplex Virus cold sores are very contagious and kissing anyone should be avoided until they have cleared.
There are a few antiviral medications available to treat Genital Herpes and your doctor would advise you on that. There is no cure once you contract the virus.
Let me know how you get on, but I do you get on OK.
Best wishes.
Do bear in mind that I am not a doctor, nor a specialist on bacteria and fungus. Any open wound on the skin puts us at risk of getting a bacterial infections. The bacteria in the anal canal and those in the vagina are different and no doubt you did contaminate yourself as well as contaminate the person you had sex with by having anal penetration.
Epididymitis can happen at any age.
You may have already had the enlarged prostate and epididymitis infection that may have been so mild as to not have shown any symptoms before your sexual encounter. It is highly probable that you did pick up the bacteria/fungal problem from having contact with the anal canal though.
Does Candida ring a bell that the urologist may have mentioned? An overgrowth of Candida can cause Thrush. (these are fungus) and the symptoms that you described in first post does seem to suggest that you had a severe fungal infection as well as a bacterial urinary infection.
Any man can get an enlarged prostate gland and get an infection in the epididymis. Infections and problems can also affect the testes. Any man can also get cancer in the prostate gland and in the testes and that is why it is very important that if you notice any changes you should report these to your doctor as soon as possible. The sooner problems are detected and treated the better.
I have a cousin who in his 20s ignored pain in his testes - this was in fact cancer. He had to have one testis removed, underwent many months of therapy and lost his hair and is vey lucky to have survived. Had he gone sooner, he would not have had to endure such drastic treatment. The chances of him fathering a child is extremely low if at all possible.
This is meant to scare any man who may have any changes that are not normal to seek medical advice and get examined.
Prostate gland problems can cause frequent urination, or sensations that you need to urinate but are not able to, or have difficulty in emptying the bladder. If no urine is able to be passed when there is a strong urge to go and the abdomen may also start to swell, this is very serious and needs immediate medical attention.
The urologist will no doubt be monitoring you with regard to your enlarged prostate and if things do not settle may prescribe a medication to help reduce it if you have not been prescribed with anything at this moment in time.
Genital herpes is an STD caused by two types of viruses. The viruses are called herpes simplex type 1 and herpes simplex type 2.
You can get genital herpes by by having vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone who has the disease.
Fluids found in a herpes sore carry the virus, and contact with those fluids can cause infection. You can also get herpes from an infected sex partner who does not have a visible sore or who may not know he or she is infected because the virus can be released through your skin and spread the infection to your sex partner(s).
The web link below gives lots of information with regard to Genital Herpes.
http://www.cdc.gov/std/herpes/stdfact-herpes.htm
Herpes Simplex Virus causes cold sores that are small blisters that develop on the lips or around the mouth. These clear up without treatment within 7 to 10 days. Cold sores can also form if you have had oral sex with someone who has Genital Herpes. Even the Herpes Simplex Virus cold sores are very contagious and kissing anyone should be avoided until they have cleared.
There are a few antiviral medications available to treat Genital Herpes and your doctor would advise you on that. There is no cure once you contract the virus.
Let me know how you get on, but I do you get on OK.
Best wishes.
forgot to mention Urologist said the bacteria more than likely came from unprotected Anal sex, But i cant remember for the life of me what the bacteria was called . I seen a lot of people on here having some of the same issues i have, just hoping this helps others..
Thank you again for you response greatly appreciated. One last question or comment maybe helps others out there not just myself. In regards to Herpes should i even be worried about that or even considered it. I know it can asymptomatic. Also like i mentioned previously i tested negative for chlamydia, and gonorrhea. So in your opinion what other bacteria could of cause the prostate enlargement and or epididimytis.. Thank you again, I was referred to by my general doctor to a dermatologist, hoping it is a fungal problem and not something else.Once again Thank you ..
Make an appointment to see your doctor to get a swab test taken sooner than waiting a month to see your urologist. Not sure if the urologist would treat skin problems and discharges and itchiness on your private area. This is more a dermatology area.
It is highly likely that you have a fungal problem if you have been on antibiotics, but also you may have picked up a fungal infection from the sexual encounter.
With regard to your question about the HIV tests, I do not have any knowledge about HIV, but would advise you to follow the advice of your urologist and the GUM clinic.
Hope you get sorted out soon.
Best wishes.
It is highly likely that you have a fungal problem if you have been on antibiotics, but also you may have picked up a fungal infection from the sexual encounter.
With regard to your question about the HIV tests, I do not have any knowledge about HIV, but would advise you to follow the advice of your urologist and the GUM clinic.
Hope you get sorted out soon.
Best wishes.
Hi jemma116. Wanted to say thank you for you response. I am surely not allergic to latex just made the wrong decision at the time and i know i should of know better, than to engage in high risk sexual behavior.You know my urologist now that i remember did mention that the itchiness around my penis could be a fungal infection and also the fact that i been on a long course of antibiotics like you mentioned. Will be going back to urologist next month. I'm a bit confused though.. the Urologist said my HIV rapid test at 16 (more than 3 months) weeks was conclusive negative 97% result while the counselor where i took the HIV test said i should retake it after the 6 months period for 100% conclusive. I read on this board that after the 3 month period test are conclusive ..Just wanted to get your take on that..and again i thank you very much for you response.
Because you still experience pressure down below, it is highly likely that your prostate gland is still enlarged. You will need to get that checked out again by the urologist and you may require medication to reduce the enlarged prostate. I presume that you have had blood tests taken with regard to the prostate issue.
Symptoms to watch for are having an urge to frequently urinate, but not being able to urinate properly.
You still may have epididimytis and this can take a long time to settle.
You do not say if you have been tested for fungal problems and if not, I think it would be wise to do that.
Fungal problems can cause the symptoms that you described (not the enlarged prostate as far as I am aware). Because you have also been on a long course of antibiotics, antibiotics destroy the good bacteria as well as the bad ones and this too can bring about fungal overgrowth.
It is not a wise thing to have anal penetration and vaginal penetration and especially without the use of protection. The bacteria in the anal passage can be transmitted to the vagina and by penetrating the both, you have very highly transmitted bacteria from the anal area to the vagina and have also exposed yourself to unfriendly bacteria.
A swab of the skin area and around your penis and groin will show up if you do have a fungal problem and which fungus/bacteria it is. There are antifungal creams and oral medications for fungal infections. You can purchase some creams and oral medication for this (Fluconazole 100mg 1 single dose can be purchased without a prescription from the pharmacy).
But I would suggest you get a skin swab taken and analysed. The doctor can prescribe stronger antifungal medications and you may require a longer time on them.
It may also be a good idea to inform the girl to get herself checked out too as she may require treatment for any bacterial or fungal infections and yeasts even if she does not have any symptoms. She may also be contaminating other people if she is having sexual encounters.
If you have a bacterial infection, it is likely that this is affecting the glands in your armpits.
Do check your armpits for any swollen glands and do tell the doctor about this too. He may need to take a different blood test to identify a possible different problem.
You will probably already know that it is wise to use protection when having sex with someone. If you are allergic to latex, there are latex free condoms available these days.
Hope you get sorted out soon.
Best wishes.
Symptoms to watch for are having an urge to frequently urinate, but not being able to urinate properly.
You still may have epididimytis and this can take a long time to settle.
You do not say if you have been tested for fungal problems and if not, I think it would be wise to do that.
Fungal problems can cause the symptoms that you described (not the enlarged prostate as far as I am aware). Because you have also been on a long course of antibiotics, antibiotics destroy the good bacteria as well as the bad ones and this too can bring about fungal overgrowth.
It is not a wise thing to have anal penetration and vaginal penetration and especially without the use of protection. The bacteria in the anal passage can be transmitted to the vagina and by penetrating the both, you have very highly transmitted bacteria from the anal area to the vagina and have also exposed yourself to unfriendly bacteria.
A swab of the skin area and around your penis and groin will show up if you do have a fungal problem and which fungus/bacteria it is. There are antifungal creams and oral medications for fungal infections. You can purchase some creams and oral medication for this (Fluconazole 100mg 1 single dose can be purchased without a prescription from the pharmacy).
But I would suggest you get a skin swab taken and analysed. The doctor can prescribe stronger antifungal medications and you may require a longer time on them.
It may also be a good idea to inform the girl to get herself checked out too as she may require treatment for any bacterial or fungal infections and yeasts even if she does not have any symptoms. She may also be contaminating other people if she is having sexual encounters.
If you have a bacterial infection, it is likely that this is affecting the glands in your armpits.
Do check your armpits for any swollen glands and do tell the doctor about this too. He may need to take a different blood test to identify a possible different problem.
You will probably already know that it is wise to use protection when having sex with someone. If you are allergic to latex, there are latex free condoms available these days.
Hope you get sorted out soon.
Best wishes.
sorry for not covering all my questions on my original post..can i rule out herpes also at this point? taking all this test is getting expensive, plus doc visits =(
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