Q 1. What is testicular torsion? A. Testicular torsion occurs when a testicle rotates, twisting the spermatic cord that brings blood to the scrotum. The reduced blood flow causes sudden and often severe pain and swelling. Testicular torsion is most common between ages 12 and 18, but it can occur at any age, even before […]
Fixation of a retractile testis Q 1. What does the procedure involve? A. Division of the muscles in the groin causing retraction and fixation of the testicle in the scrotum. Q 2. What are the alternatives to this procedure? A. Observation, manual manipulation. Q 3. What should I expect before the procedure? A. If you […]
Carcinoma testis Q 1. What is testicle? A. The testicles (also called the “testes”) are part of the male reproductive system. They are found in the scrotum-the pouch of skin that hangs below the penis. The testicles make testosterone and sperm. Q 2. What is testicular cancer? A. Testicular cancer is a growth called a […]
Insertion of an artificial testicle (Testis implant) Q 1. What does the procedure involve? A. This involves the insertion of a silicone /saline testicular implant, usually via a groin incision. Q 2. What are the alternatives to this procedure? A. No prosthesis. Q 3. What should I expect before the procedure? A. If you are […]