TESTICULAR (balls)

TORSION (twisting)



WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
TAKE ACTION ON PAIN NOW

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABOUT TESTICULAR TORSION





Testicular torsion is...
..the painful twisting of the testicle(ball). The twist cuts off the blood supply of the testicle.
This is an emergency.


If left for more than 6 hours the testicle will die.

Most common in...
... however, testicular torsion affects 1 in 800 men, and it can happen at any age.



Testicular pain can be caused by testicular torsion which is a medical emergency.
The more people know, the more balls can be saved!

SYMPTOMS



Testicular torsion usually presents itself with pain around your ball. The pain is usually strong and severe and it may seem to move into your lower abdomen or groin. It might make you want to vomit and it may even hurt when you are resting.

Strong ongoing
ball pain?

Abdomen
(tummy) pains?

Vomiting
or nausea?

Even aching
during rest?




If you notice any of these symptoms, take action and arrange to see your doctor  
It could SAVE your ball!!!!

STEPS FOR TAKING ACTION



If you feel pain, don't panic! It may not be torsion,
but to be safe, read below and take the appropriate course of action!



If you have testicular pain and any of the other symptoms and the pain is severe

tell a responsible adult


go to the Emergency Department

If however the pain in your testicle is not that severe

tell a responsible adult

take note of the time

If the pain is still continuing 1 hour later...

go to the Emergency department immediately!

If the pain goes away within the hour and was severe or worrying

make an appointment to see your family doctor

don't be embarrassed



Although talking about your balls may seem awkward for you,
most adults will be a lot more relaxed about discussing it than you are.

If you want to be 100% safe, always let a doctor examine your balls.

CONTACT US



if you have found this website helpful (or have suggestions for improving the website)
you can email us at info@testicularhealth.info

Unfortunately we cannot answer medical queries so please seek medical advice near you, if you or your family have any problems related to torsion.


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