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Testicle pain is pain in one or both testicles, the male sex glands that make and store sperm and produce testosterone. Testicle pain can be temporary or constant and may vary between a dull ache, a sharp pain, soreness, or vague discomfort. The pain may come from different sources, including the testicle itself, the supporting tissue behind the testicle (called the epididymis), or somewhere else in the groin or abdomen. Testicular pain can also be accompanied by testicle swelling in the scrotum (the sac under the penis that contains the testicles).
The testicles are very sensitive to even minor injury, and there are many possible causes of pain, including infection by sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) like chlamydia and gonorrhea. Sometimes, testicle pain can be a medical emergency.
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The following are common causes are testicular pain:
Pain in the scrotum or testicles is concerning and should be evaluated. Certain medical conditions that cause testicle pain are very serious and require immediate treatment. Ignoring testicular torsion or an untreated infection such as chlamydia or gonorrhea can result in permanent damage to your testicles that can affect your ability to father children. To avoid complications and protect regular testicular function, it’s important to get examined by a doctor and be tested and treated as necessary.
You should seek medical attention if you:
To diagnose what is causing your testicular pain, a doctor examines the scrotum and testicles. They may ask questions about the pain, including when it started, where it’s located, and how severe it is, in addition to questions about your sexual and medical history. They may perform a physical exam, order blood or urine tests to check for an infection, or order other tests such as imaging or swabbing.
If you are concerned that a sexually transmitted infection may be the source of your pain, you can directly order blood and urine testing through STDcheck.com to get tested quickly and easily at one of our local labs.
The treatment options for testicular pain depend on the underlying problem. Certain conditions may require medication, or in more serious cases, surgery.
If you test positive for an STD through our service, our doctors offer a consultation and can prescribe antibiotic medication to cure chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trichomoniasis and antiviral medication to treat herpes.
Testicle pain isn’t always preventable, but taking certain steps can help protect you. These steps include:
Medically Reviewed by J. Frank Martin JR., MD on February 14, 2020
Written by Taysha on January 25, 2020
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