The causes of testicular pain are often alarming. If you fail to pay attention and identify the cause in time, the consequences could be severe.
Most men are reluctant to visit a doctor. And when it comes to checking their private parts, they are even more shy than women. Many suffer from testicular pain without knowing the reason but never admit it and often pretend they aren't in pain.
If the cause isn't identified in time, the consequences can be severe. In some cases, you may permanently lose one or both testicles. Therefore, if you experience pain in your testicles when touched or persistent pain lasting more than a day, you must see a doctor.
There are various types of pain caused by different reasons. Sometimes, your testicles may hurt when you cough, which is often a sign of a hernia. Also sometimes, a feeling of heaviness and tightness in the groin when standing could indicate varicocele. Below are some of the most common causes of testicular pain. Don't ignore these pains, as they often indicate potential dangers.
Varicocele
If your testicles feel like a bag of noodles when standing but return to normal when sitting, this could be a type of varicocele affecting the testicles. Veins in the scrotum become twisted and enlarged, causing prolonged pain and tightness in the lower region.
Injury and Hemorrhage
Have you ever been struck hard in the testicles? Such an impact can leave you breathless for a few seconds, but you might recover. Sometimes, severe trauma can cause bleeding outside the scrotal sac. This condition may require bed rest or minor drainage surgery.
Inguinal Hernia
A hernia occurs when a body part is pushed out of its normal position within the body. Inguinal hernia, commonly found in men, often occurs where the testicles connect to the body. When suffering from inguinal hernias, the patient feels a heavy pressure in the groin area, one side of the scrotum swells into a bulge due to the intestines above pushing down. This scrotum gets bigger when the patient walks, runs or does heavy work, when resting the bulge shrinks or disappears completely. Surgery is typically needed and should not be delayed.
Kidney Stones
When kidney stones move downward, they can cause severe pain radiating to the testicles. However, testicular pain caused by kidney stones is often considered less severe as the testicles themselves remain unharmed.
Testicular Torsion
Testicular torsion occurs when the spermatic cord twists, cutting off the blood supply to the testicles. This condition leads to persistent, dull pain. Delayed medical attention can result in the loss of one testicle.
Epididymitis
If your testicles feel soft and swollen, this could indicate an infection in the epididymal tubes caused by bacteria or viruses. This condition is often linked to sexually transmitted infections or urinary tract infections.
Testicular Rupture
Testicular rupture occurs when the scrotal sac bursts, leading to bleeding and hemorrhage. This often results from severe external trauma, such as sports injuries or traffic accidents.
Epididymal Cyst
An epididymal cyst is a fluid-filled sac that forms in the sperm ducts. Most of these cysts are benign, forming due to sperm accumulation. However, if the cyst grows too large, it may lead to tightness and pain.
Testicular Cancer
Interestingly, testicular cancer rarely causes pain in its early stages. Most cases are detected when a lump is felt. However, if the cancer has progressed to the stage of a tumor, you may feel mild discomfort or pain.
Genital Nerve Damage
This type of nerve damage occurs due to prolonged pressure on the testicles, often seen in cyclists. The condition causes severe pain and is commonly referred to as "Cyclist's Syndrome."
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