Pain in the testicles can be caused by many things. These include an injury to your testicles, an infection, and testicular torsion.
Injuries and genital problems most often happen during sports or recreational activities, at work, or in a fall. Pain caused by an injury usually goes away quickly. There is usually no long-term harm to your testicles.
Infections that may cause pain include:
Testicular torsion happens when a testicle twists on the spermatic cord. This cuts off the blood supply to the testicle. This is an emergency that often requires immediate surgery.
Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:
Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if:
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