Scrotal Swelling
Alternate Names : Swelling of the Scrotum, Testicular Enlargement
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What to Expect at your Health Care Provider's Office
The health care provider will perform a physical examination and will obtain a medical history. Medical history questions documenting the scrotal swelling in detail may include the following:
- Time pattern
- When did the swelling develop?
- Did it develop suddenly?
- Is it getting worse?
- Quality
- How big is the swelling? (If possible, describe in terms such as "twice normal size" or "the size of a baseball" or similar terms.)
- Does the swelling appear to be fluid?
- Can you feel tissue in the swollen area (probably hernia)?
- Location
- Is it only in one part of the scrotum?
- Is it the entire scrotum?
- Is it the same on both sides?
- Note: sometimes what appears to be a swollen scrotum is actually an enlarged testicle, a testicular lump, or a swollen duct such as the vas deferens.
- Aggravating factors
- Have you had a surgery on the genital area?
- Have you had an injury or trauma to the genitals?
- Have you had a recent genital infection?
- Relieving factors: Does the swelling decrease after you rest in bed?
- Other
- What other symptoms are also present?
- Is there any pain in the scrotal area?
The physical examination will probably include detailed examination of the scrotum, testicles, and penis. Diagnostic tests will be determined from the history and physical examination findings.
Antibiotics and pain medications may be prescribed.
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