Intermittent pain: Intermittent or partial testis torsion is when the testicle twists less than the 720 degrees required to cause a full torsion and then untwists. It presents with intermittent, debilitating pain (bent-over pain) of sudden onset and sudden relief. It is a risk factor for full torsion and a procedure can be due to prevent this (scrotal orchidopexy).
Answered 3/12/2019
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Testis torsion: An incomplete twist of the spermatic cord which suspends the testis and contains the blood supply and nerves to testicles. It causes severe pain and if the twisting is not reduced within a few hours the testicle can actually die.
Answered 7/21/2017
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