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Testicular torsion is the twisting of the spermatic cord, which cuts off the blood supply to the testicle and surrounding structures within the scrotum.Torsion of the testis; Testicular ischemia; Testicular twisting.Som... |
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Symptoms
Sudden onset of severe pain in one testicle, with or without a previous predisposing eventSwelling within one side of...
Causes
Some men may be predisposed to testicular torsion as a result of inadequate connective tissue within the scrotum. Ho...
Treatments
Surgery is usually required and should be performed as soon as possible after symptoms begin. If surgery is performe...
Complications
If the blood supply is cut off to the testicle for a prolonged period of time, it may atrophy (shrink) and need to be...
Doctor Specialties
Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number(such as 911) if testicular torsion symptoms occur.
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