Why do guys get testicular torsion?

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asked Jan 25 in Mens Health by Krakenlacken (780 points)
Why do guys get testicular torsion?

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answered Jan 27 by AnnieBella (1,310 points)
Guys most commonly get testicular torsion as a result of bell clapper deformity which is a genetic condition.

Bell clapper deformity is where the testicle is attached higher than normal to the spermatic cord and makes it easier to twist.

Other causes for guys getting testicular torsion are undescended testicle, trauma, strenuous activity, rapid growth, cold temperatures and your sleeping position.

During puberty, rapid growth of the testicle can lead to testicular torsion.

Heavy exercise or physical activity can also lead to testicular torsion or even an injury to the testicle such as a blow or bump.

And undescended testicle is when a testicle does not drop into the scrotum as it should and it does not correctly attach and is more likely to twist.

To self check for testicular torsion, gently feel your testicles for any sudden, severe pain or swelling or noticeable change in size or position, especially if one testicle feels significantly larger or higher than the other.

If you experience any of these symptoms you should seek immediate medical attention as it's an emergency.

Pain is the primary indicator of testicular torsion.

If you ignore testicular torsion it can cause permanent damage to your testicle and even cause loss of the testicle and affect a man's fertility.

When you have testicular torsion the spermatic cord which carries blood to your testicle twists and cuts off blood supply.

The testicle will then shrink and die and the damaged testicle can become infected.

There's no way to untwist testicular torsion at home as it's a medical emergency and requires medical attention that often requires surgery to untwist the spermatic cord by a doctor at the emergency room.

Attempting to untwist the testicular torsion at home can further damage the testicles and should never be done.

The testicular torsion surgery is often done under general anesthesia and involves stitching up the scrotum and attaching the testicles to it.

The testicular torsion surgery takes around 45 minutes and for best results the surgery should be done within 4 hours of the onset of the symptoms.

If the blood flow to the testicle has been cut off for too long then the testicle may need to be removed.

Testicular torsion cannot fix itself and requires immediate medical attention which includes surgery to to untwist the spermatic cord and restore the blood flow to the affected testicle.

If the testicular torsion is left untreated it can lead to severe damage and even loss of the testicle.

If you suspect testicular torsion you should always seek medical attention and get to the hospital.

The 5 warning signs of testicular torsion are.

Sudden and severe pain in one testicle or your scrotum.

Swelling on the affected side of your scrotum.

Feeling nauseous or vomiting.

Pain in your lower abdomen or groin.

And one testicle that appears higher than the other testicle.

Testicular torsion is a medical emergency and occurs when your spermatic cord twists and cuts off the blood supply to the testicle.

Testicular torsion can occur in boys and men of any age although it's most common in boys and those age 12 to 18 years of age.

Other symptoms of testicular torsion include.

Fever and peeing more than usual.

Discoloration such as red, brown, purple or black in the scrotum.

Difficulty walking.

Bruising or firmness of the scrotum especially in newborns.

And redness of the scrotum.

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