What causes testicular shrinkage?

Testicular shrinkage in men can occur on both sides or on one side. The testicles will become soft as they shrink. Patients who have had mumps or testicular inflammation and trauma are prone to testicular shrinkage. Congenital genetic factors are an important cause of testicular shrinkage. Testicular shrinkage in children is often caused by viral infection. As long as you have patience and treatment, you may be able to recover from testicular shrinkage. Congenital testicular shrinkage is more difficult to treat.

Injury to the scrotum or testicles. Impact injuries can cause scrotal hematoma or testicular lacerations. Even if the wound heals, the testicles will be in a state of insufficient blood supply for a long time, resulting in atrophy. Viral infection Viral infection is the most common cause of testicular shrinkage in children and adolescents, especially mumps virus, commonly known as "mumps" disease.

When the testicles are infected by the virus, the spermatogenic tissue in the testicles will be destroyed, the testicles will shrink in size, and the texture will become soft, and the spermatogenic function of the testicles will be lost or weakened. Drug effects: Long-term use of certain toxic drugs, or repeated use of estrogen drugs that are anti-androgen, can cause testicular shrinkage.

Inflammatory severe orchitis, testicular swelling, pain, can last for many days. Testicular tissue is destroyed by bacterial invasion, leading to testicular tissue atrophy. Endocrine disease, testicle is an endocrine organ, mainly produces androgen, and many organs in the body that control endocrine, such as the pituitary gland, adrenal gland, hypothalamus, etc., will interfere with the function of the testicles and cause testicular shrinkage.

The testicles are more mobile in the scrotum and are protected by a tough white membrane, so the chance of closure injury is relatively small. Testicular injuries are mostly related to violence, car accidents, etc. After injury, the testicles will be severely painful, accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and even fainting or shock. Physical examination will show swollen testicles, unclear contours or scrotal congestion, and obvious tenderness. B-ultrasound and CT not only help in the diagnosis of this disease, but also can clarify the location and extent of testicular injury.

Testicular shrinkage can be prevented. Men should wear loose underwear to keep the scrotum and testicles in normal shape. Do not wear tight briefs, exercise more, and do not sit for long periods of time. Do regular testicular self-examinations. If you find a lump in the testicle, you should find out the cause and actively treat it. Orchitis should be prevented, and hormone-containing drugs should be taken with caution.