testicular torsion

Introduction A swollen testicle is a symptom that can have very different possible causes. In most cases, the underlying disease can be treated and the symptom goes away. In some cases, however, the swelling remains. In any case, if one or both testicles swell, a doctor should be consulted to clarify the cause. Although benign … Swollen testicles – what is behind it?

Accompanying symptoms of testicular swelling A common accompanying symptom of a swollen testicle is pain. On the basis of this symptom, it is possible to estimate which causes are more likely to occur and which are not. While an inflammation and a testicular torsion usually cause a lot of pain, the hydrocele but also testicular … Accompanying symptoms of testicular swelling | Swollen testicles – what is behind it?

Diagnosis The most important measures to enable the doctor to make the correct diagnosis of a swollen testicle are on the one hand the conversation between doctor and patient (anamnesis) and on the other hand the physical examination. During the conversation, the doctor can usually make a tentative diagnosis based on the patient’s information about … Diagnosis | Swollen testicles – what is behind it?

Duration of testicular swelling How long a testicle is swollen depends on the cause of the swelling. In case of inflammation or injury, the swelling usually subsides within a few days by cooling and elevating the scrotum and, if necessary, taking anti-inflammatory medication. A swelling caused by a hydrocele will in many cases disappear spontaneously … Duration of testicular swelling | Swollen testicles – what is behind it?