Where does it hurt when there are prostate problems?

When prostate problems are present, pain may manifest in various areas of the body depending on the specific condition and its severity. The most common causes of pain are prostatitis and advanced prostate cancer. The following are the areas where pain may occur:

- In the perineum (area between the anus and the genitals): when there is prostatitis.
- Lower abdomen, especially if there is urinary obstruction due to an enlarged prostate.
- Lower back: in advanced prostate cancer, pain may radiate to the lower back due to bone metastases. It may also appear in chronic prostatitis due to persistent inflammation.
- Groin and inner thighs: some prostate conditions may cause pain radiating to the groin or inner thighs due to pressure on nearby nerves.
- Testicles and penis: some forms of prostatitis may cause pain in the testicles or base of the penis, as inflammation can affect nearby nerves and tissues.
- Anus or rectum: The prostate is very close to the rectum, so inflammation may cause rectal pain or a feeling of pressure. It may be felt more when sitting for long periods of time.