Testicular discomfort

[hafegeo]

Here's my story in a nutshell: I'm a 34 y/o man, diagnosed in February 2007 following the usual cystoscopy w/hydrodistention. I'd guess this all started in mid-2004, flared once in 2005 and twice in 2006. My symptoms are frequency and mild urgency. I've finished just about three months on Elmiron, also taking aloe vera caplets. My doctor is confident that we'll get it under control.

Here's my question. I've had mild pelvic pressure only since the cystoscopy. It also often feels like my left testicle is 'swollen.' My urologist checked and found no abnormalities, no hernia, etc. It's most noticeable when I sit with my legs crossed. I wouldn't say it's painful, just uncomfortable.

Anyone else have a similar experience?

[tigger_gal]

when you said yu just about 3 months of Elmiron, dose that mean you discontiued it?
I know Elmiron can take up to 8 months to feel the full effects.
Sorry I can't help you on the other issues.

[leelee88]

Hello and

[hafegeo]

when you said yu just about 3 months of Elmiron, dose that mean you discontiued it?



No. I started it in mid-March, so I'm about at the three month mark. Should have been clearer.

[GoldSeals]

I took Elmiron for over 2 years and it didnt do a thing.In fact,I believe it reduced my bladder capacity.It left a salty taste in my mouth all the time.
You couldve strained yourself lifting something, or you drank something like cranberry juice.I get the same effect when I drink cranberry juice only.The pain travels to the testicles.