Behind the complicated appearing term “cryptorchidism” hides a positional anomaly of the testis, thus a wrong positioning of the testis in the body. Originally the “Kryptorchismus” describes a not discoverable testis. This is usually the case when the testis has not descended completely into the scrotum during embryonic development and has remained in the abdominal … Cryptorchidism
Cause For a malfunction of the testis – or cryptorchidism – a maldevelopment in embryonic maturation is responsible. During the 28th to 32nd week of pregnancy, the testis on both sides usually begins its descent from the abdominal cavity into the scrotum. The abdominal cavity represents its original site of attachment. During fetal and embryonic … Cause | Cryptorchidism
Diagnosis A diagnosis of cryptorchidism can be made very easily by palpation. Since the child is not yet able to give information about his or her symptoms, the doctor is also dependent on the observations of the parents. Thus in the discussion likewise reference points for a possible Kryptorchismus can be found. Apart from that, … Diagnosis | Cryptorchidism
Introduction In the following you will find an overview and short description of the most important diseases of the testicles. For further information we refer to our corresponding articles in each section. The testicles are the inner, male sex organ or also the gonads of the man. In the course of embryonic development, they are … Diseases of the testicles
Anomalies and malformations The hydrocele is a painless accumulation of fluid in the area of the scrotum. Reasons for the formation of a hydrocele can be a previous inflammation, an edematous cause, a severe injury to the testicles or an insufficient fusion of individual components of the scrotum. Hydrocele can occur at any age and … Anomalies and malformations | Diseases of the testicles
Infectious diseases and inflammations An abscess is a collection of pus under the skin, in this case under the skin of the scrotum. It is often caused by an inflammation of hair follicles. The skin of the scrotum is reddened, swollen, overheated and painful. The treatment consists of an operative relief of the abscess. If … Infectious diseases and inflammations | Diseases of the testicles
Tumors Malignant testicular tumors occur more frequently in young men and middle-aged men. The tumors can develop from different tissues and differ in frequency and treatment. Those affected usually notice an enlargement or swelling of the scrotum, but typically have no pain.During a presentation to the urologist, the scrotum should then be palpated and examined … Tumors | Diseases of the testicles
