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Q: Second opinions for stomach , groin , and testicular pain
asked by: DoctorQuestion on May 2nd, 2008
I went to the doctor for some back, stomach and groin/testicular discomfort which has been occuring regularly for quite a while and getting worse. At first she thought it may be Kidney stones but my urine was clear. She then checked my testicles for problems but thought they were okay. After getting a CT scan on the abdomen and Pelvic area her office informed me that I have no acute findings just constipation. I do not know what to do now because the pains have not left even with/ a laxative.
Here are my symptoms:
1. Lower back pain
2. Burning / Sharp and dull pains shooting down each side to my groin and testicles
3. Nausea & Upset stomach (especially when/after eating)
4. Headaches and red bloodshot eyes sometimes accompany this
5. Fatigue
6. Sexual Problems
7. Bowel Uncontrollability / bloated/ gas

I just feel like a hypochondriac, but this pain is real! Should I get a second opinion or something?


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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD
replied on May 7th, 2008
Stomach, Ulcers, Gastric Bypass, and Colon Disorders Answer A
You can ask for a second opinion whenever you want.








Nausea and upset stomach especially after eating could indicate a stomach disorder like gastritis or a peptic ulcer. You need to have a Helicobacter pillory serology and even gastroscopy, if necessary. You may want to consult an internist about this.








You didn’t describe your sexual problems but if we assume impotency you can request several examinations to exclude organic impotency: clinical examination, blood analyses (blood count, sedimentation, hemoglobin, CRP, hormones (FSH, LH, testosterone, thyroxin, and prolactin), PSA, liver status, kidney status…), prostate examination with manual rectal examination, etc. You should stop taking any more alcohol. You may want to consult a urologist about this.








If the back pain is not due to a kidney disorder it could be due to a spine disorder: pinched spinal nerves, spinal disk degeneration, etc.








Hypochondria is a type of neurotic disorder where the patient thinks that he is ill even if there isn’t any real organic disorder. All the possible organic disorders should be excluded first before blaming hypochondria for all your symptoms.








A laxative can’t relief your abdominal pain. Certain laxatives can even provoke abdominal cramps. You may ask your doctor about taking a spasmolitic drug for the abdominal pain.













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