Why does my testicles hurt after peeing?
Recently, the health issue of "testicular pain after urination" has sparked heated discussions on multiple social platforms and medical consultation websites. Many male netizens report testicular pain after urination and worry whether it is related to urinary or reproductive system diseases. This article will combine the hot discussions and medical information on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a structured analysis of possible causes, symptoms and countermeasures.
1. Analysis of common causes
| possible causes | Typical symptoms | Frequency of occurrence (discussions in the past 10 days) |
|---|---|---|
| prostatitis | Frequent urination, urgency, perineal distension and pain | 1,200+ times |
| urinary tract infection | Burning sensation during urination, radiating pain to testicles | 890+ times |
| varicocele | Feeling of swelling in testicles when standing | 650+ times |
| Urinary tract stones | Sudden colic, hematuria | 430+ times |
2. The five issues that users are most concerned about
According to statistics from Baidu Index and Zhihu Hot List (last 7 days):
| Ranking | question | search volume |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Will testicular pain affect fertility? | 5,600+ |
| 2 | What tests are needed? | 3,200+ |
| 3 | Can painkillers provide relief? | 2,800+ |
| 4 | When should I go to the emergency room? | 1,900+ |
| 5 | Are there risks to self-massage? | 1,500+ |
3. Professional doctor’s advice
Combined with the latest popular science content of Dingxiang Doctor Platform (updated in 2023):
1.Indications for emergency medical treatment: If fever, persistent severe pain or scrotal redness and swelling occur, you need to seek medical attention within 24 hours, which may indicate testicular torsion or acute epididymitis.
2.Routine inspection items:
| Check type | Detect disease | average cost |
|---|---|---|
| Urine routine | urinary tract infection | 30-50 yuan |
| scrotal ultrasound | varicocele | 200-300 yuan |
| Prostatic fluid examination | prostatitis | 80-120 yuan |
4. Three misunderstandings that have been popular on the Internet recently
1."Drinking beer can relieve": There is a video on the Douyin platform claiming that alcohol can reduce inflammation, but it will actually aggravate prostate congestion.
2."The theory of universal hot water sitz bath": Weibo topic shows that 42% of users blindly adopt it, but it is banned by patients with testicular torsion.
3."Antibiotic self-administration": Xiaohongshu notes show that 23% of users take levofloxacin without being diagnosed.
5. Prevention and daily care
According to the recommendations of the urology department of a tertiary hospital:
• Drink no less than 1.5L of water every day and reduce sedentary time (get up and move every 2 hours)
• Avoid tight-fitting underwear and choose breathable cotton materials
• Urinate promptly after sexual activity to help flush the urethra
Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is from November 1 to 10, 2023, integrating data from Baidu, Weibo, Zhihu, and medical vertical platforms. Please refer to the regular hospital examination for specific diagnosis and treatment.
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