Testicle pain can often be a sign of a sexually transmitted infection (STI), but not always. The causes of testicle pain can be either infectious and non-infectious. If you have testicle pain, or any other common symptoms of STIs, you should get tested for STIs.
What STD affects the balls?
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Untreated chlamydia in men, as well as gonorrhea, can contribute to symptoms like testicular pain. But, alhough chlamydia and gonorrhea are the most common STIs associated with testicular pain, other STIs can trigger chronic scrotal pain as well.
Can chlamydia cause pain in testicle?
Testicular pain
In some cases, chlamydia can cause pain and swelling in your testicles. This happens when chlamydia-causing bacteria make their way to your testicles or scrotum. The area might also feel: enlarged.
Can a UTI cause testicle pain?
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can occur when bacteria build up in the urinary tract, which includes the bladder, kidneys, ureters, and urethra. UTIs can cause pain or a burning sensation while urinating, and this pain may extend to the testicles. A person may also experience a constant urge to urinate.
What are symptoms of gonorrhea in males?
- an unusual discharge from the tip of the penis, which may be white, yellow or green.
- pain or a burning sensation when urinating.
- inflammation (swelling) of the foreskin.
- pain or tenderness in the testicles – this is rare.
How can you tell if a man has chlamydia?
- Small amounts of clear or cloudy discharge from the tip of your penis.
- Painful urination.
- Burning and itching around the opening of your penis.
- Pain and swelling around your testicles.
When do STD symptoms start?
Symptoms usually appear after 2 to 3 weeks but could start earlier or much later. They include: one or more small painless sores or ulcers on the genitals. a blotchy rash and flu-like symptoms that may follow a few weeks later.