What does it mean when your testicle goes up inside you?

The cause of testicular retraction is an overactive cremaster muscle. This thin muscle contains a pocket in which the testicle rests. When the cremaster muscle contracts, it pulls the testicle up into groin. This response is normal in males.

How do I know if something is wrong with my testicle?

Tell your doctor right away if you notice any swelling, lumps, or changes in the size or color of a testicle. Also tell your doctor if you have any pain or achy areas in your groin. Lumps or swelling may not be cancer, but they should be checked by your doctor as soon as possible.

What happens if you leave testicular torsion untreated?

Testicular torsion causes sudden pain and swelling in the scrotum or lower abdomen. This is an emergency situation — if left untreated, the condition can lead to a permanently damaged or dead testicle which must then be removed.

What are the symptoms of a testicular cyst?

Epididymal Cyst Symptoms

• Dull pain in the scrotum (the sack that holds the testicles)
• A feeling of heaviness in the scrotum.
• Redness in the scrotum.
• Feeling of pressure at the bottom of the penis.
• Tenderness or swelling at the back of the testicle.
• Tenderness, swelling, or hardening of the testicle itself.

How do you untwist your balls?

Surgery is required to correct testicular torsion. In some instances, the doctor might be able to untwist the testicle by pushing on the scrotum (manual detorsion). But you’ll still need surgery to prevent torsion from occurring again. Surgery for testicular torsion is usually done under general anesthesia.

Can a testicle get clogged?

The epididymis is a long coiled tube located on the back of the testis; it collects and stores sperm. An epididymal blockage or obstruction can form, preventing sperm from getting into the ejaculate. Fortunately, it’s completely treatable and we can help.