Question 1

can masturbation cause testicular shrinkage overtime ? i went to a urologist for a groin pull and as he was evaluating he mentioned my testicles were small. my testicles measure just about 2cm in length and 2cm in width. testosterone levels normal?

Accepted Answer

: No, masturbation does not cause testicular shrinkage. Yes, your testicle size is small with that dimension 2 x 2 cm. However, if the semen volume and testosterone level are good, you should be fine.

Question 2

any supplementa to help reverse testicular shrinkage because of testosterone therapy?

Accepted Answer

No: None that have been proven to work, anyway.

Question 3

ive recently been masturbating a lot and notice an on and off pain in the testicles/abdomen. is this something to worry about? could over masturbation have any effect on testosterone or testicular shrinkage? and can i recover from this over time?

Accepted Answer

: I wouldn't be concerned about harmful effects on your testosterone or your testicles, but some feel it can interfere somewhat with testosterone production and lower sperm counts. Others don't consider it physically harmful but are concerned about its mental effects. Try to channel your sexual tension into other activities. Seek professional help or counselling  as needed.

Question 4

i am experiencing  testicles shrinkage, testicular pain (quality: persistent discomfort) , scrotum swelling, genital lump (penis or scrotum) (quali...

Accepted Answer

Uro symptoms: The variety of symptoms you mention indicate the need for you to see a urologist right now.  Your family doctor can refer you to this type of specialist.  This will rule out or identify medical conditions.  It will also allow for treatment, if needed, before conditions progress.  Peace and good health.

Question 5

what causes testicles shrinkage and decrease in their volume in otherwise normal men?

Accepted Answer

Testicular atrophy: A decrease in size occurs with  aging, more acutely with trauma, or exogenous supplementation with testosterone.

Question 6

hello, i am considering a vasectomy and have heard that in the long run (20-30 years) it can cause testicular atrophy/shrinkage. have you encountered this in your clinical practice?

Accepted Answer

: No, it should not happen with vasectomy by itself.

Question 7

hey. i just need to know the common causes of testicular astrophy.

Accepted Answer

Many possible causes: The testicles can atrophy for any number of reasons. Hormonal causes include underproduction or impaired response to androgenic hormones & antiandrogenic medications. Vascular problems such as testicular torsion or varicocele can lead to atrophy. Severe infections of the testis, such as mumps virus or bacterial infections such as epididymo-orchitis can lead to atrophic scarring.

Question 8

what causes testicular pain?

Accepted Answer

Long list, more info: depends on location, duration, swelling, recent trauma, mass, recent potential sexual  relations, associated symptoms. Please seek good medical evaluation

Question 9

what is testicular trauma caused by?

Accepted Answer

The usual.: Horse, bike, motorcycle, fighting, skateboarding, football, rugby, soccer, lacrosse, ladder, vigorous sex, angry female.

Question 10

cause of regular testicular swelling?

Accepted Answer

? Painful: Common causes include hydrocele ( fluid collection in the scrotal sac, testicular tumor, epididymitis.  If sudden onset of swelling- testicular torsion which is an emergency, usually painful- see to doctor/ er asap. Sometimes hernia may get confused with testicular swelling.

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Can masturbation cause testicular shrinkage overtime ? i went to a urologist for a groin pull and as he was evaluating he mentioned my testicles were small. my testicles measure just about 2cm in length and 2cm in width. testosterone levels normal?

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Any supplementa to help reverse testicular shrinkage because of testosterone therapy?

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Ive recently been masturbating a lot and notice an on and off pain in the testicles/abdomen. is this something to worry about? could over masturbation have any effect on testosterone or testicular shrinkage? and can i recover from this over time?

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I am experiencing testicles shrinkage, testicular pain (quality: persistent discomfort) , scrotum swelling, genital lump (penis or scrotum) (quali...

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What causes testicles shrinkage and decrease in their volume in otherwise normal men?

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Hello, i am considering a vasectomy and have heard that in the long run (20-30 years) it can cause testicular atrophy/shrinkage. have you encountered this in your clinical practice?

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Hey. i just need to know the common causes of testicular astrophy.

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What causes testicular pain?

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What is testicular trauma caused by?

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Cause of regular testicular swelling?

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