Question 1

does hcg therapy help reverse testicular atrophy ?, permanent or temporary ? my testies measure about 4x4 cm for both. does seem small, average 5.5 cm. testosterone levels were normal, but could be low normal from 400-1000ng/dl. is it normal 21 y old?

Accepted Answer

: Normal testes are about that size. dont forget that normal is calculated from the extremes of large to small.  Also accuracy of measurement varies. The volume of testes is more relvant and can be done in a urologist's office or by ultrasound. Pl do not take ANY drug for thy are a waste of money and may harm sperm production. I think you will be fine

Question 2

is it possible to reverse testicular atrophy obtained after treatment of acute orhoepididimit ?

Accepted Answer

Atrophy testis: Unfortunately this cannot be reversed. The affected testis will be atrophic and small when compared to the normal side.

Question 3

is there any hope of treatment and reproduction in the future for testicular atrophy?

Accepted Answer

Will not enlarge: Should have normal hormone production ; almost normal fertility if atrophy only on one side. Very poor chance of fertility (reproduction) if atrophy is bilateral. Will require testosterone hormone replacement if bilateral. That will be only treatment available other than testicular prosthesis implantation.

Question 4

bilateral testicular atrophy due to poor arterial supply in 1 year kid , treatment/?

Accepted Answer

Address blood supply: The first issue is to address the blood supply problem.  If the testes do not receive enough blood supply, they cannot develop properly. This may affect his hormone production and fertility in the future, although it is probably too early to tell at this point. Close follow-up with your is essential.

Question 5

what causes bilateral testicular atrophy if i had a left varicocele and it was fixed? shouldn't that one be smaller than the right?

Accepted Answer

See answer: There are actually many potential causes of testicular atrophy, fortunately most of which are quite uncommon. Bilateral atrophy would suggest more of a congenital (klinefelter's syndrome most common) or systemic cause (use of steroid medications/body builders). You are correct in that a varicocele can cause atrophy on the same side and much less likely on other side unless bilateral varicoceles.

Question 6

does temporary testicular atrophy exist? some websites say it does, some say it doesn't? for example from a bacteria? can it ever be temporary?

Accepted Answer

Why do you: ask this question? Testicular atrophy is not common, and usually permanent because it involves death of cells. Check w/your doctor. Make sure your problems aren't due to taking anabolics or opiates.

Question 7

went to the urologist for testicular atrophy and ed. he did note they were small for my age. got my t levels checked and were normal. they were at the 400 range. is that still low to cause ed. he said normal range is 300-1000?

Accepted Answer

: This will depend on what else is going on with you.  Discuss with your Dr.

Question 8

what are the common symptoms of testicular atrophy?

Accepted Answer

Small/shrunk testes: Check out http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/161858.php for difference btwn sign vs symptom. Typically, you (as patient) report symptoms while we (as docs) note signs, although some conditions such as small/shrunk testes can be both. Of note, testicular atrophy is usually painless &amp; insidious. It's also commonly associated w/unmonitored testicular replacement therapy. Go see your family doc

Question 9

what medications can be used to reverse testicular atrophy?

Accepted Answer

: Testicular atrophy is caused by any mechanism which reduces/ cuts off the supply of blood to the testicle or hormonal problems. There are no meds to reverse it

Question 10

is testicular atrophy caused by a varicocele reversible?

Accepted Answer

Varicocele: Atrophy reversal is unusual if varicocelectomy is done after puberty.

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Does hcg therapy help reverse testicular atrophy ?, permanent or temporary ? my testies measure about 4x4 cm for both. does seem small, average 5.5 cm. testosterone levels were normal, but could be low normal from 400-1000ng/dl. is it normal 21 y old?

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Is it possible to reverse testicular atrophy obtained after treatment of acute orhoepididimit ?

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Is there any hope of treatment and reproduction in the future for testicular atrophy?

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Bilateral testicular atrophy due to poor arterial supply in 1 year kid , treatment/?

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What causes bilateral testicular atrophy if i had a left varicocele and it was fixed? shouldn't that one be smaller than the right?

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Does temporary testicular atrophy exist? some websites say it does, some say it doesn't? for example from a bacteria? can it ever be temporary?

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Went to the urologist for testicular atrophy and ed. he did note they were small for my age. got my t levels checked and were normal. they were at the 400 range. is that still low to cause ed. he said normal range is 300-1000?

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What are the common symptoms of testicular atrophy?

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Is testicular atrophy caused by a varicocele reversible?

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