what are the early symptoms of having a prostate cancer?
i am 35 years of age and i am very weary about my occasional pain in my testicles. is it detectable even if its on its 1st stage?
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Prostate Cancer is one of the most common cancers in American men. There are no warning signs of symptoms of early prostate cancer. Once a malignant tumor causes the prostate gland to swell significantly, or once cancer spreads beyond the prostate, the following symptoms may be present:
* A frequent need to urinate, especially at night
* Difficulty starting or stopping the urinary stream
* A weak or interrupted urinary stream
* A painful or burning sensation during urination or ejaculation
* Blood in urine or semen
Symptoms of advanced prostate cancer include:
* Dull, incessant deep pain or stiffness in the pelvis, lower back, ribs or upper thighs; arthritic pain in the bones of those areas
* Loss of weight and appetite
* Fatigue
* Nausea
* Vomiting
Pain in the testicles is not a common symptom of prostate cancer. it is more likely you have some other problem.
Testicle pain
Definition
Testicle pain is discomfort in one or both testicles. The pain sometimes radiates to the lower abdomen.
Alternative Names
Pain – testicle
Considerations
The testicles sit inside the scrotum. Theyare very sensitive. Even a minor injury can cause pain or discomfort to the testicles.Sudden, severe testicle pain, however,requires immediate medical care.
If a young man has abdominal pain, the scrotum should always be carefully examined. Abdominal pain may occur before testicle pain in some conditions, including testicular torsion. This is a twisting of the testicles that can cut off the blood supply and cause tissue to die. Testicular torsion is an emergency that needs to betreated within hours.
Testicular cancer is usually painless. But any testicle lump should be evaluated by your doctor, whether or not there is pain.
Causes
Common causes of testicle pain include:
Injury
Infection or inflammation
Testicular torsion — most common in young men between 10 and 20 years old
Possible infections include:
Epididymitis — inflammation of the ducts through which sperm leaves the testicle. This is often caused by bacteria like chlamydia, a sexually transmitted disease.
Orchitis — inflammation of one or both testicles, which may be caused by bacteria or a virus like mumps. Orchitis can occur at the same time as epididymitis or prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate gland).
Fluid in the testicles often causes painless swelling, but may cause mild discomfort. There are several main types of fluid collection:
Varicocele — enlarged veins in the scrotum that carry blood away from the testicles.
Spermatocele — fluid in the epididymis that forms a cyst and often contains dead sperm cells.
Hydrocele — fluid in the area inside the scrotum, surrounding the testicle; common in newborns.
Pain may also be caused by a hernia or an unrelieved erection.
Home Care
Some causes of testicle pain, including testicular torsion, can lead to infertility if not treated promptly. Infections also should be examined and treated right away. If the infection is caused by bacteria, your doctor will prescribe an antibiotic.
For non-urgent causes of testicle pain, such as minor injuries and fluid collection, the following home care steps may reduce discomfort and swelling. These steps will also help if you have an infection.
Provide support to the scrotum by wearing an athletic supporter.
Apply ice to the scrotum.
Take warm baths if there are signs of inflammation.
While lying down, place a rolled towel under your scrotum.
Try over-the-counter pain relievers, like acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Do NOT give aspirin to children.
When to Contact a Medical Professional
Call your doctor immediately or go to an emergency room if:
Your pain is severe or sudden
You have had an injury or trauma to the scrotum, and you still have pain or swelling after one hour
Your pain is accompanied by nausea or vomiting
Also call your doctor right away if:
You feel a lump in the scrotum
You have a fever
Your scrotum is warm, tender to the touch, or red
You have been in contact with someone who has the mumps
What to Expect at Your Office Visit
Your doctor will perform a physical examination with a focus on the groin, testicles, and abdomen. To help diagnose the cause of the pain, your doctor will ask medical history questions such as:
How long have you had testicular pain?
Is the pain in one testicle or both?
Exactly where does it hurt?
Did the pain begin suddenly or come on gradually?
Is the pain constant or intermittent?
How severe is the pain?
Is the pain getting worse or better?
Does the pain extend into your abdomen or back?
Have you had any recent injuries or infections?
Have you ever had a sexually transmitted disease?
What makes the pain worse?
Does anything help relieve the pain?
Do you have any other symptoms like swelling, redness, change in the color of your urine, fever, or unintentional weight loss?
The following diagnostic tests may be performed:
Ultrasound of the testicles
Urinalysis and urine cultures
Examination of prostate secretions
Treatment may include:
Untwisting of the testicle (performed by an experienced doctor)
Simple surgery to fix testicular torsion (if untwisting is unsuccessful)
Antibiotics for infections
Pain medications to relieve discomfort
Surgical drainage or removal of an abscess (rare)
Surgery for a varicocele, a hydrocele, or spermatocele, particularly if the varicocele is contributing to infertility
Prevention
Prevent injury by wearing an athletic supporter during physical activity, especially contact sports.
Prevent sexually transmitted diseases by wearing condoms and following other safe sex procedures.
Perform testicular self-exams monthly if you are at risk of testicular cancer. See testicular self exam.
Make sure that children have received the MMR vaccine (a com
pee every hour or so.
Your prostate is nowhere near your testicles.
Do you have any lumps in your testicles (apart from the obvious?)
You should probably see your doctor.
Testicular pain can be a few things such as a UTI or Hernia.
Prostate cancer is usually signified by a weak or interrupted urinary flow.
Chat with your doctor and stop worrying.