What is the cause of right-sided testicular pain, back pain, and abdominal pain in a patient with a history of prostate cancer?

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Differential Diagnosis for Right Sided Testicular, Back, and Abdominal Pain with History of Prostate Cancer

  • Single Most Likely Diagnosis
    • Metastatic prostate cancer: This is the most likely diagnosis given the patient's history of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer can metastasize to the bones, lymph nodes, and other organs, causing pain in the back, abdomen, and testicles.
  • Other Likely Diagnoses
    • Kidney stone: A kidney stone can cause severe pain in the back, abdomen, and testicles, especially if it is obstructing the ureter. The pain can radiate to the groin and testicles.
    • Testicular torsion: Although less likely in a patient with a history of prostate cancer, testicular torsion is a medical emergency that requires prompt attention. It can cause severe pain in the testicles, back, and abdomen.
    • Epididymitis: Inflammation of the epididymis can cause pain in the testicles, back, and abdomen. It can be caused by a bacterial or viral infection.
  • Do Not Miss Diagnoses
    • Retroperitoneal hemorrhage: A bleeding disorder or anticoagulant therapy can cause a retroperitoneal hemorrhage, which can present with back and abdominal pain. This is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate attention.
    • Aortic aneurysm: An abdominal aortic aneurysm can cause back and abdominal pain, and can be life-threatening if it ruptures.
    • Spinal cord compression: Metastatic prostate cancer can cause spinal cord compression, which can present with back pain, weakness, and numbness in the legs.
  • Rare Diagnoses
    • Testicular cancer: Although rare, testicular cancer can cause pain in the testicles, back, and abdomen. It is more common in younger men, but can occur in older men, especially those with a history of prostate cancer.
    • Pheochromocytoma: A rare tumor of the adrenal gland can cause back and abdominal pain, as well as hypertension and other symptoms.
    • Lymphoma: A type of cancer that can cause back and abdominal pain, as well as testicular pain and swelling. It is rare, but can occur in patients with a history of prostate cancer.

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