Causes of scrotal pain in boys
March 26, 2009
Testicular pain or pain in either of the two sides of the scrotum needs to be taken seriously. Pain in the scrotal sac that holds the testicles are found to occur in men of all age groups. Even newborns suffer from this scrotal disorder.
The testicles are extremely sensitive reproductive glands that are easily prone even to minor injuries. Most of the scrotal pain demands immediate medical attention. Sudden occurrence of testicular or scrotal pain is often the result some puncture wound.
It leads to increased swelling of the glands. In most cases, such scrotal pain is accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea or vomiting.
Testicular inflammation is manly caused by epididymitis.
This condition is characterized by the inflammation of one or both epididymes. Orchitis is yet another inflammatory disorder is likely to occur at any age. Both these conditions result in severe scrotal discomfort and pain.
Sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia and gonorrhea also cause extreme pain in the scrotal areas. Such pain is mainly found in teenagers and younger adults.
Sudden trauma or injury such as sports injuries also lead to scrotal pain. Any puncture wound which causes pain for more than one hour in the scrotal area should be considered as a case of medical emergency.
Testicular torsion is a relatively rare cause of pain and discomfort. In this case, blood flow to the testicles gets blocked as a result of spermatic cord twists. Testicular torsion causes severe swelling in the affected area. If no medical aid is provided immediately, it will require the complete removal of the affected testicle.
Though it can occur at any age, testicular torsion is mainly found in young boys below the age of eighteen. Torsion of testicular appendages is a comparatively less serious condition which is common in boys who have not yet entered puberty. It is also a major cause of scrotal pain and demands immediate medical aid.
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