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Skip to navigation Skip to main content Site map Accessibility Contact us. Search this site Search all sites Search. Go to whole of WA Government Search. Open search bar Open navigation Submit search. Health conditions. Facebook Youtube Twitter. Home Health conditions Testicular conditions. Testicular conditions Checking your child for undescended testicles should be routinely done by your doctor or child health nurse.
Treatment for undescended testicles is best done by 1 year of age. Untreated undescended testicles can cause problems with fertility or testicular cancer later in life.
There is an increased risk of torsion in a testicle that has been previously undescended. What are testicles? Undescended testicles. Types of undescended testicles There are 2 types of undescended testicles: Congenital — where 1 or both testicles do not descend at birth or over the following few months.
This is more common in boys who are born prematurely, or are very small when they are born. Acquired — in some boys a testicle gradually moves up out of the scrotum between the ages of 1 and This is called an acquired or ascending testicle and should be checked as it may need treatment.
Checking for undescended testicles Check that both testicles are in the scrotum in the few months after birth. Treatment for an undescended testicle If a testicle does not come into the scrotum in the first 6 months, an operation called an orchidopexy is done to bring it down and fix it in place. Fertility of undescended testicles Biopsies of undescended testicles where a small sample of testicular tissue is examined have shown that the number of sperm-forming germ cells are normal until the age of 6 months.
The fertility of retractile testicles testicles that move in and out of the scrotum is normal. One normal testicle is sufficient for normal fertility the ability to have children. Signs and symptoms of a hydrocele The scrotum can look bigger than usual and the swelling may feel quite firm. Check with your doctor or child health nurse to be sure what the problem is. The doctor may shine a light through the scrotum to see that the swelling is caused by fluid.
Treatment for a hydrocele A hydrocele is quite harmless and almost always goes away over the first few months of life. It is also a good idea to know the sexual history of a partner and find out if they have an STI that can be spread during intercourse. Itchy testicles may not seem very concerning at first. In some cases, a person may know right away what the cause is, and they may not need to seek medical attention. When a rash appears or when itching is persistent and intense, a person should have a doctor rule out certain causes and determine the right treatment.
Also, a doctor should examine any rash that changes or starts to ooze. Anyone who suspects they have pubic lice should visit their doctor to appropriate treatment to kill the lice and their eggs. Similarly to prevention, treatment of itchy balls depends largely on the cause of the irritation.
Some common treatments include the following:. Antifungal or antibiotic creams that treat jock itch and other bacterial or fungal infections are available for purchase online. A doctor may also give someone a prescription cream to help treat the infection. Special lotions and shampoo are prescribed to treat pubic lice. These medicated products contain ingredients that kill the lice and their eggs. Moisturizers and lubricants are used to treat itching and rashes caused from chafing.
The products help both to prevent and treat a rash and are available for purchase online. Medication may be prescribed to help reduce outbreaks of an STI.
In the case of genital warts, a doctor may burn them off with liquid nitrogen. Avoiding allergens that prompted the rash is the first response to itchy balls caused in this way. The allergic reaction should clear up in about a week. Otherwise, a doctor may prescribe a cream to help recovery. Testicular torsion, or twisted testicle can be extremely painful. It needs urgent medical attention to restore blood flow and prevent loss of the…. Most men have asymmetrical testicles.
Find out what is normal, what causes enlarged testicles, and how to check for testicular abnormalities. Learn all about testicular ultrasound and its uses. This article explains the procedure, what to expect, and how to prepare for your scan. Most causes of black spots on the scrotum are harmless. They include ingrown hairs, blackheads, and irregular pigmentation.
However, black spots can…. In male hypogonadism, the testes do not produce enough testosterone and sperm. If there is any suspicion that these symptoms were caused deliberately on purpose , and were not the result of an accident, you should seek help from a healthcare professional as soon as possible. Consider talking to your doctor, community nurse, emergency department or school nurse.
Learn more here about the development and quality assurance of healthdirect content. Testicular cancer usually starts as a painless lump or swelling in just one testicle. If diagnosed early it has a high cure rate. Read more on myDr website. A hydrocele is a very common condition affecting boys, where a fluid-filled sac develops inside the scrotum around the testis, making it look swollen.
Read more on Sydney Children's Hospitals Network website. Testicular torsion is a painful experience and, as Rick explains, it can happen to any man at any time. So it might be a good idea to read on and be prepared, just in case. Read more on WA Health website. A varicocele is a common cause of a lump in the scrotum. It is a collection of widened veins on the outside of a testicle that can affect fertility in some men. Many varicocoelse develop during puberty.
Read more on Better Health Channel website. Mumps is a viral illness that spreads through saliva from coughing and sneezing. Mumps is rare in Australia because most children are immunised against it. Read more on raisingchildren. Read more on Healthy Male - Andrology Australia website.
Understand more about testicular cancer, including the different types, how common it is, risk factors and symptoms. Read more on Cancer Council Victoria website. Healthdirect Australia is not responsible for the content and advertising on the external website you are now entering.
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