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Differential Diagnosis for Painful Orgasms in Males with No Semen

  • Single most likely diagnosis
    • Ejaculatory duct obstruction: This condition is characterized by a blockage of the ejaculatory ducts, which can cause painful orgasms and absence of semen. The obstruction can be due to various factors such as congenital conditions, infection, or trauma.
  • Other Likely diagnoses
    • Prostatitis: Inflammation of the prostate gland can cause painful orgasms, and in some cases, it may also lead to a decrease or absence of semen.
    • Epididymitis: Inflammation of the epididymis, a tube at the back of the testicle that stores and carries sperm, can cause painful orgasms and affect semen production.
    • Seminal vesiculitis: Inflammation of the seminal vesicles, which produce a significant portion of the fluid in semen, can cause painful orgasms and decreased semen production.
  • Do Not Miss (ddxs that may not be likely, but would be deadly if missed.)
    • Testicular cancer: Although rare, testicular cancer can cause painful orgasms and changes in semen production. It is essential to rule out this condition due to its potential severity and impact on fertility and mortality.
    • Neurological disorders (e.g., multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury): Certain neurological conditions can affect the nerves involved in ejaculation, leading to painful orgasms and changes in semen production.
  • Rare diagnoses
    • Young's syndrome: A rare condition characterized by obstructive azoospermia (absence of sperm in the semen) and chronic sinopulmonary infections.
    • Wolffian duct anomalies: Congenital anomalies of the Wolffian ducts, which are involved in the development of the male reproductive system, can cause ejaculatory duct obstruction and other reproductive issues.
    • Retrograde ejaculation: A condition where semen enters the bladder instead of the urethra during ejaculation, which can be caused by various factors, including diabetes, surgery, or certain medications.

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