What is painful ejaculation?
Painful ejaculation is the sensation of pain, burning, or pressure in the penis, testicles, groin, perineum, or lower abdomen during or after ejaculation.
What causes it?
Prostatitis, chronic pelvic pain syndrome, urinary tract infections, urethritis, seminal vesicle problems, pelvic floor muscle tension, or certain surgical procedures can be associated with painful ejaculation.
What symptoms should be evaluated together?
Burning during urination, frequent urination, perineal pain, fever, penile discharge, testicular pain, or risk of sexually transmitted infections should be investigated together.
When to see a doctor
Tests used for diagnosis
- Urine analysis
- Urine culture
- STI tests
- Physical examination
Frequently asked questions
Can painful ejaculation be a symptom of prostatitis?
Yes. Prostatitis and chronic pelvic pain syndrome can be associated with painful ejaculation.
Can painful ejaculation be temporary?
It can be temporary in some cases, but if it recurs, if the pain is significant, or if urinary complaints are present, evaluation is necessary.
