“Can a urinary infection cause testicle pain?”
I am a 36 year old male. I want to know if a urinary infection can cause testicle pain?
4 Answers
The most common cause of epididymitis is an STI, specifically gonorrhea and chlamydia. However, epididymitis can also be caused by a non-sexually transmitted infection, such as a urinary tract infection (UTI) or prostate infection. You may be at a higher risk for epididymitis if you are uncircumcised.
It is possible, however, urinary tract infections are less common in men than women and you should see a doctor to get a proper diagnosis, rule out testicular cancer, or any sexually transmitted diseases. Sometimes you can develop a swelling in the epididymis of other areas of the testicle that can be extremely painful and sensitive. In any case, it should be properly examined by a doctor to make sure something more serious isn't happening.
No. However, UTIs are unusual in healthy men.
William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP
William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP
Yes
