From the Research
Prostate Cancer and Testicular Pain
- Prostate cancer can metastasize to the testicles, causing testicular pain, as reported in a case study of a 56-year-old male with metastatic prostate cancer to the bilateral testicles 1.
- A 60-year-old man presented with unilateral testicular pain and urinary frequency, which was later diagnosed as metastatic prostate adenocarcinoma to the testicles 2.
- Testicular metastasis of prostate adenocarcinoma is a rare event, but it can cause scrotal pain, as seen in a 70-year-old patient with a history of prostate adenocarcinoma 3.
Clinical Presentation
- Testicular pain can be a symptom of metastatic prostate cancer, and it is essential to consider this possibility in patients with a history of prostate cancer 1, 2, 3.
- The clinical presentation of testicular metastasis can be similar to that of orchiepididymitis, making diagnosis challenging 3.
- Chronic pain can have a negative impact on sexuality in testis cancer survivors, highlighting the importance of addressing pain management in these patients 4.
Diagnosis and Treatment
- A correct diagnosis of testicular metastasis is crucial, as it can change the treatment approach 3.
- Patients with testicular pain should undergo a thorough examination, including a review of their past medical history, to exclude previous malignancies 3.
- Treatment for testicular metastasis may involve orchiectomy, as seen in the case of a 60-year-old man with metastatic prostate adenocarcinoma to the testicles 2.