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I have a pain right around my rectum it feels as though a sort of pressure and also my left testicle hurts what could that be?

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Dr. Lane Childs answered

Specializes in Urology

Infection: Prostatitis and epididymitis are common explanations for your symptoms. You should have a complete in-person examination by your doctor to verify this, however. Good luck.

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Answered 8/3/2014

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A member asked:

I have a pain right around my rectum it feels as though a sort of pressure and also my left testicle hurts what could that be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lane Childs answered

Dr Seif agreed

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