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Content updated on Nov 2, 2022

What is testicular torsion?

This is a serious condition where the testicle twists and cuts off blood flow to the affected testicle. This is most common amongst pubertal boys and requires emergency attention to preserve the function of the affected testis.

Symptoms of testicular torsion

  • Scrotum or testicle pain

  • Nausea or vomiting

Questions your doctor may ask to check for testicular torsion

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose testicular torsion

  • Do you have pain in your scrotum?

  • Do you have nausea or vomiting?

Treatment for testicular torsion

This usually requires investigations to confirm the diagnosis. Emergency surgery is needed to preserve the reproductive function of the affected testis.

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References

  • Sharp VJ, Kieran K, Arlen AM. Testicular torsion: diagnosis, evaluation, and management. Am Fam Physician. 2013 Dec 15;88(12):835-40. PMID: 24364548.

    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2013/1215/p835.html

  • Shunmugam M, Goldman RD. Testicular torsion in children. Can Fam Physician. 2021 Sep;67(9):669-671. doi: 10.46747/cfp.6709669. PMID: 34521708.

    https://www.cfp.ca/content/67/9/669

  • Kylat RI, Ahmed MN. Neonatal testicular torsion. Afr J Paediatr Surg. 2022 Jan-Mar;19(1):1-4. doi: 10.4103/ajps.AJPS_153_20. PMID: 34916342; PMCID: PMC8759414.

    https://www.afrjpaedsurg.org/article.asp?issn=0189-6725;year=2022;volume=19;issue=1;spage=1;epage=4;aulast=Kylat

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