What is testicular nodule?

Testicular nodules are a type of intrascrotal sarcoidosis. Although this disease has few complications, it is relatively passive to treat. Testicular nodules can be examined by B-ultrasound. The causes of testicular nodules include mycobacterial infection, lipid metabolism disorder, syphilis, and condyloma acuminatum. After the examination excludes infection, testicular nodules are mostly benign and may heal on their own. If infection causes testicular nodules, they should be actively treated.

The tissue pathological changes of testicular nodules are deep and mostly in the deep dermis, and can invade the subcutaneous fat layer, so they may be accompanied by lipid membrane and vascular changes. Testicular nodules can be localized, asymmetrical, and few in number, or systemic, symmetrical, and few or sparse in number, depending on their etiology.

Tuberculous nodular phlebitis often invades the lower legs, the edges of the feet, and the testicles, and nodules that are consistent with the veins appear in strips. It is caused by swimming pool mycobacterium infection, mostly due to abrasions. Parasitic scabies nodules are transmitted by contact with human scabies mites, which dig tunnels in the stratum corneum of the skin and their toxins cause severe itching. Red nodules form on the scrotum and penis of men, which are severely itchy.

Some physical causes can lead to testicular nodules, such as neonatal subcutaneous fat necrosis, which may be caused by trauma and cold during birth. Most cases occur 1-6 weeks after birth. Photogranuloma is a chronic granuloma caused by frequent exposure to sunlight.

Male testicular nodules can be prevented. Develop good living habits and don't smoke. Maintain a good attitude, a stable mood, have a healthy diet, eat more fruits and vegetables, etc. to improve your immunity. People who have to work in places with heavy oil smoke should protect themselves as much as possible, such as wearing a mask, going out regularly to breathe some fresh air, and getting a check-up at least once a year.

In addition, to prevent male testicular nodules, it is important to stay away from smoke, avoid drinking and smoking as much as possible, and wash vegetables thoroughly to avoid pesticides. Stay away from noisy environments and environments with volatile toxic gases. Stay away from harmful and toxic heavy metal substances. Some male testicular nodules are congenital and can disappear on their own. Larger testicular nodules can be surgically removed.