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Epididymitis

Epididymitis is inflammation of the tube at the back of each testicle. Find out more about the symptoms and treatment of epididymitis here.

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Varicocele

A varicocele is a swelling of veins next to a testicle. Usually, it’s harmless, but if you are in pain or having fertility problems, treatment can help.

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Testicular torsion

Testicular torsion causes sudden, painful swelling in the scrotum. It needs emergency surgery to save the testicle. Learn about symptoms to look for.

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Undescended testicles

Undescended testicles refers to one or both testes missing from the scrotum. Treatment, if needed, is important to prevent future health problems.

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Male groin - irritation and infection

Groin irritation can be painful and annoying. The different causes can include friction, reactions to soaps, skin conditions, infection and sweat build-up. Learn more here.

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Penis injury, swelling or pain

Your penis may become swollen or inflamed if injured. Follow the self-care advice, find out how to relieve symptoms and when to see your doctor.

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Prostate specific antigen (PSA) test

A prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test can be used to test for prostate cancer. It can also be used to monitor prostate cancer

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Balanitis

Balanitis is when the head of the penis becomes inflamed, making the skin it red and itchy. Learn more about its causes, treatments and prevention.

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Hydrocele repair (child)

A hydrocele is a swelling around the testicle caused by a collection of fluid. Surgery can be done to prevent your child from having discomfort or embarrassment caused by the hydrocele getting larger as he gets older.

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Orchidopexy for a palpable testicle (child)

Testicles usually move down into the scrotum by 35 weeks of pregnancy. Sometimes a testicle does not come down normally. An orchidopexy is a procedure which moves a testicle down into the scrotum.

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