Testicular Tortion

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.

Applying The Crotch Doctor to the testicles is beneficial in managing pain and swelling associated with testicular torsion.

It works by constricting blood vessels, which slows blood flow and limits the accumulation of fluid that causes swelling. This can help numb nerve endings and reduce inflammation. However, it is crucial to use The Crotch Doctor properly to avoid tissue damage. For example, The Crotch Doctor should be applied for about

10-20 minutes at a time, and allow at least

40-60 minutes between icing sessions.

If symptoms escalate beyond mild discomfort, or if there is suspicion of severe trauma, immediate medical attention is necessary.

Seek emergency care for sudden or severe testicle pain. Prompt treatment can prevent severe damage or loss of your testicle if you have testicular torsion.

A medical procedure called an orchiopexy ("Or-kee-oh-peck-see") untwists the testicle and secures it to prevent recurrence.

During an orchiopexy your doctor makes an incision in your scrotum and untwists the cord. If the testicle looked like it was too damaged, your doctor probably removed it. Your doctor may have replaced the testicle with a prosthetic testicle, which is a plastic oval. This keeps the shape of your scrotum close to what it was before the surgery. The loss of one testicle should not change your ability to get an erection or father a child.

If the testicle is okay, your doctor attaches it to your scrotum with stitches. This will keep the cord from twisting again. Your doctor also attaches the other testicle to the scrotum so the cord will not twist in the future.

You can expect to feel better each day, although your scrotum will be inflamed, and you will have moderate pain for several days after surgery, using The Crotch Doctor will help with pain management and will reduce the swelling.