Question 1

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 2

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 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

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 5

is it a clear difference between both testis sizes due to varicoceles? what test confirms the shrinkage of testicles due to varicoceles?

Accepted Answer

All men and Testes: All men's testes are different sizes.  There is one more dominant than the other. This is a vital thing to know as you age in to the age risk for testicular cancer and when you do your monthly testicle checks.  Varicoceles are incidental to this discussion.

Question 6

is testicle shrinkage related to drug use, or is that just to scare teens?

Accepted Answer

Could be: Use of androgens for body building or strength can certainly shrink testicles. That like all recreational drug use, especially for teens is dumb.

Question 7

should you have any testicle shrinkage after hernia surgery?

Accepted Answer

Rarely: Rarely testicular atrophy  (shrinkage ) is possible after complex inguinal hernia repair, if blood supply is cut off  by constricting the cord that carries blood supply, especially older patients. It is a known complication of hernia repair.

Question 8

is testicle shrinkage for sure with anabolic steroids as light as 30 mg ed and just for 30 days ?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: Testosterone supplement knocks off natural biofeedback so to stimulate testes to secrete testosterone, i.e., no use or misuse, in time resulting in testicular shrinkage. However, its pace and degree widely vary among man and no one can predict what extent may occur; so time will reveal the individual story. Hence, follow professional advice and monitoring on how to start, use, and monitor T-usage.

Question 9

on testosterone shots. testicles shrunk to half size, but sometimes much smaller---they vary day to day.  shrinkage is normal, but is constant change?

Accepted Answer

No good answer: But testicular atrophy is expected.

Question 10

is testicle shrinkage and lower sex drive really due to anabolic steroids, or is that a myth?

Accepted Answer

Fact not fiction: Anabolic steroids supress gonadotropins which are hormones which stimulate testes to produce testosterone. Also can shrink the testes. Sex drive will be reduced if the anabolic steroid used is not testosterone. They also reuce life expectancy, so be warned.

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

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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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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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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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Is it a clear difference between both testis sizes due to varicoceles? what test confirms the shrinkage of testicles due to varicoceles?

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Is testicle shrinkage related to drug use, or is that just to scare teens?

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Should you have any testicle shrinkage after hernia surgery?

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Is testicle shrinkage for sure with anabolic steroids as light as 30 mg ed and just for 30 days ?

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On testosterone shots. testicles shrunk to half size, but sometimes much smaller---they vary day to day. shrinkage is normal, but is constant change?

A member asked:

Is testicle shrinkage and lower sex drive really due to anabolic steroids, or is that a myth?

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