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Testicular torsion
An emergency situation in which a testicle rotates, twisting the blood vessels that circulate blood to the testicle. The reduced blood flow causes severe pain and and some testicular swelling.
How long it usually lasts:
Short-term (lasts days to weeks)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
Baby0-2 | |||||
Preteen6-13 | Common | ||||
Teenager14-18 | Common | ||||
Young adult19-40 | Common | ||||
Middle-aged adult41-60 |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be cured with medical treatment
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
Body locations
Pelvis
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