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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Scrotodynia | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| specialty = [[Urology]], [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Chronic pain]] in the [[scrotum]] | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = Unknown, possibly [[neuropathic pain]] | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = Based on [[clinical evaluation]] | |||
| differential = [[Orchitis]], [[Epididymitis]], [[Testicular torsion]], [[Inguinal hernia]] | |||
| treatment = [[Pain management]], [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]], [[Antidepressants]], [[Anticonvulsants]] | |||
| medication = [[Tricyclic antidepressants]], [[Gabapentin]], [[Pregabalin]] | |||
| frequency = | |||
| deaths = | |||
}} | |||
'''Scrotodynia''' is a medical condition characterized by chronic scrotal content pain, discomfort, or an unpleasant sensation in the scrotum. The condition is often associated with negative cognitive, behavioural, sexual or emotional consequences, as well as with symptoms suggestive of lower urinary tract and sexual dysfunction. The cause of scrotodynia is often unknown, but it may be related to nerve damage or irritation, infection, or psychological factors. | '''Scrotodynia''' is a medical condition characterized by chronic scrotal content pain, discomfort, or an unpleasant sensation in the scrotum. The condition is often associated with negative cognitive, behavioural, sexual or emotional consequences, as well as with symptoms suggestive of lower urinary tract and sexual dysfunction. The cause of scrotodynia is often unknown, but it may be related to nerve damage or irritation, infection, or psychological factors. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of [[Scrotodynia]] is a persistent or recurrent pain in the scrotum. This pain may be constant or intermittent, and it may vary in intensity. Other symptoms may include: | The primary symptom of [[Scrotodynia]] is a persistent or recurrent pain in the scrotum. This pain may be constant or intermittent, and it may vary in intensity. Other symptoms may include: | ||
* Discomfort or an unpleasant sensation in the scrotum | * Discomfort or an unpleasant sensation in the scrotum | ||
* Negative cognitive, behavioural, sexual or emotional consequences | * Negative cognitive, behavioural, sexual or emotional consequences | ||
* Symptoms suggestive of lower urinary tract and sexual dysfunction | * Symptoms suggestive of lower urinary tract and sexual dysfunction | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of scrotodynia is often unknown. However, it may be related to: | The exact cause of scrotodynia is often unknown. However, it may be related to: | ||
* [[Nerve damage]] or irritation | * [[Nerve damage]] or irritation | ||
* Infection | * Infection | ||
* Psychological factors | * Psychological factors | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of scrotodynia typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may be needed to rule out other conditions that could be causing the symptoms. | Diagnosis of scrotodynia typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may be needed to rule out other conditions that could be causing the symptoms. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for scrotodynia may include: | Treatment for scrotodynia may include: | ||
* Pain management strategies | * Pain management strategies | ||
* Medications to treat any underlying conditions | * Medications to treat any underlying conditions | ||
* Psychological therapy | * Psychological therapy | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Chronic pain]] | * [[Chronic pain]] | ||
* [[Scrotum]] | * [[Scrotum]] | ||
* [[Sexual dysfunction]] | * [[Sexual dysfunction]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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{{stub}} | {{stub}} | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Urology]] | [[Category:Urology]] | ||
[[Category:Pain]] | [[Category:Pain]] | ||
Latest revision as of 02:31, 4 April 2025
| Scrotodynia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Urology, Dermatology |
| Symptoms | Chronic pain in the scrotum |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Unknown, possibly neuropathic pain |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Based on clinical evaluation |
| Differential diagnosis | Orchitis, Epididymitis, Testicular torsion, Inguinal hernia |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Pain management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Antidepressants, Anticonvulsants |
| Medication | Tricyclic antidepressants, Gabapentin, Pregabalin |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | |
Scrotodynia is a medical condition characterized by chronic scrotal content pain, discomfort, or an unpleasant sensation in the scrotum. The condition is often associated with negative cognitive, behavioural, sexual or emotional consequences, as well as with symptoms suggestive of lower urinary tract and sexual dysfunction. The cause of scrotodynia is often unknown, but it may be related to nerve damage or irritation, infection, or psychological factors.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of Scrotodynia is a persistent or recurrent pain in the scrotum. This pain may be constant or intermittent, and it may vary in intensity. Other symptoms may include:
- Discomfort or an unpleasant sensation in the scrotum
- Negative cognitive, behavioural, sexual or emotional consequences
- Symptoms suggestive of lower urinary tract and sexual dysfunction
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of scrotodynia is often unknown. However, it may be related to:
- Nerve damage or irritation
- Infection
- Psychological factors
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of scrotodynia typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may be needed to rule out other conditions that could be causing the symptoms.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for scrotodynia may include:
- Pain management strategies
- Medications to treat any underlying conditions
- Psychological therapy
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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