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This content does not have an English version. This content does not have an Arabic version. See more conditions. Request Appointment. Symptoms Testicle pain. The onset and nature of the pain and the age of the person can provide clues to the cause. The need for tests depends on what doctors find during the history and physical examination. However, some testing is typically done. Urinalysis and urine culture Urinalysis and Urine Culture Urinalysis, the testing of urine, may be necessary in the evaluation of kidney and urinary tract disorders and can also help evaluate bodywide disorders such as diabetes or liver problems.
Testing for sexually transmitted diseases Diagnosis Sexually transmitted venereal diseases are infections that are typically, but not exclusively, passed from person to person through sexual contact. Sexually transmitted diseases may be caused Color Doppler ultrasonography Color Doppler ultrasonography Ultrasonography uses high-frequency sound ultrasound waves to produce images of internal organs and other tissues.
A device called a transducer converts electrical current into sound waves Timely surgery for testicular torsion Testicular Torsion Testicular torsion is the twisting of a testis on its spermatic cord so that the blood supply to the testis is blocked.
The best treatment of scrotal pain is treatment of the cause of pain. For example, testicular torsion Testicular Torsion Testicular torsion is the twisting of a testis on its spermatic cord so that the blood supply to the testis is blocked.
An abdominal wall hernia causes a noticeable bulging but little The infected Doctors may give analgesics, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or opioids, to relieve severe pain. When it occurs, the symptoms may be unusual, making the diagnosis more difficult. Epididymitis and orchitis are more common in older men. Sexually transmitted diseases are less often the cause of epididymitis Epididymitis and Epididymo-orchitis Epididymitis is inflammation of the epididymis the coiled tube on top of the testis that provides the space and environment for sperm to mature , and epididymo-orchitis is inflammation of the Occasionally, inguinal hernia Inguinal Hernia An inguinal hernia is a protrusion of a piece of intestine or another abdominal organ through an opening in the abdominal wall in the groin.
Testicular torsion is the first consideration in males with sudden onset of scrotal pain, particularly in children and adolescents. Epididymitis is the most common cause of scrotal pain in men, particularly those with discharge or burning or pain during urination.
Doctors may do surgery instead of imaging tests if they are particularly concerned about testicular torsion. Merck and Co. From developing new therapies that treat and prevent disease to helping people in need, we are committed to improving health and well-being around the world.
If you have any testicular pain, especially if it's severe and comes on suddenly, seek emergency medical treatment. Usually, the pain of epididymitis starts slowly and builds gradually. Pain can range from mild to severe. Other signs and symptoms may include:. Because some symptoms of epididymitis can be similar to those of testicular torsion, it's important to let your doctor know how your symptoms started and how quickly they progressed to help him or her make an accurate diagnosis.
Typically, the only symptom of a hydrocele is swelling in the scrotum. Epididymitis is where a tube the epididymis at the back of the testicles becomes swollen and painful. It's often caused by an infection and is usually treated with antibiotics. You may have other symptoms depending on the cause, such as difficulty peeing, or a white, yellow or green discharge from the tip of the penis.
Epididymitis is usually caused by a sexually transmitted infection STI , such as chlamydia or gonorrhoea. This is more likely in younger men under 35 years old. If testing shows that your epididymitis is caused by a STI, it may be recommended that your current or recent sexual partners are also tested for STIs.
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