Scrotal lumps, pain and swelling
द्वारा सहकर्मी समीक्षा की गई Dr Philippa Vincent, MRCGPद्वारा अंतिम अपडेट Dr Toni Hazell, MRCGPअंतिम अद्यतन 2 Jun 2025
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इस श्रृंखला में:Testicular torsionEpididymo-orchitisEpididymal cystVaricoceleHydrocele in adultsHydrocele in infants
There are many causes of lumps or pain in the scrotum, including hydrocele, varicocele, and testicular torsion. Most lumps are not cancer, and many are not serious. However, you should always see a doctor if you have pain, swelling or a lump in this area. If a pain is very severe, or starts suddenly, you should seek advice urgently.
एक नजर में
Lumps, pain, or swelling in the scrotum can have various causes.
Swellings can be due to extra fluid, abnormal tissue growth, or inflamed tissue.
Symptoms include new lumps, pain, redness, tenderness, and nausea.
Your doctor will examine you and may do an ultrasound scan to find the cause.
Treatment depends on the cause; some conditions need urgent attention.
Always see a doctor for advice if you have these symptoms.
इस लेख में:
के लिए वीडियो चयन Testicle and scrotum problems
नीचे पढ़ना जारी रखें
Causes of lumps, pain and swelling in the scrotum
Common causes of pain or lumps in the scrotum include:
Haematocele (collection of blood around your testicle that may be caused by an injury)
Hydroceles (see Hydrocele in Adults and Hydrocele in Children)
Spermatocele - a cyst which feels like an epididymal cyst but it is filled with sperm (semen)
Uncommon causes of scrotal lumps, pain and swelling
सामग्री पर वापस जाएंOther rare or less common causes include:
Generalised oedema
Allergic skin rashes
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Why does the scrotum swell?
सामग्री पर वापस जाएंSwellings in the scrotum can be due to:
Extra fluid inside the scrotum.
Abnormal tissue growing.
Normal tissue which has become swollen, inflamed, or hard.
Symptoms of scrotal lumps and swelling
सामग्री पर वापस जाएंThe symptoms depend on the cause of the problem. Possible symptoms include:
Noticing a lump which has not been there before.
A sudden pain.
A dull ache.
Redness or warmth of the skin of your scrotum.
The testicle (testis) or structures around it may be very tender.
Swelling of your scrotum.
Feeling sick (nauseated) or being sick (vomiting).
Having a temperature, passing urine more frequently, or pus or blood in your urine (if the cause is an infection).
नीचे पढ़ना जारी रखें
What tests are used for scrotal lumps or pain?
सामग्री पर वापस जाएंYour doctor will often be able to tell what kind of swelling it is just from examining you. For example, they may shine a light through your scrotum, as fluid will light up. Or they may ask you to cough which may make a hernia more obvious.
You will usually have an ultrasound scan to be sure of the cause and to find out whether you need any treatment. An ultrasound scan is a painless test that uses sound waves to create images of organs and structures inside your body. Sometimes a blood test may be helpful too.
Treatment for scrotal lumps, pains and swelling
सामग्री पर वापस जाएंThe treatment depends on the cause. Often no treatment at all is needed. Other times - for example, in testicular torsion or testicular cancer - treatment is needed urgently. See each individual leaflet for further information on the different treatments.
NB: always see a doctor for advice about whether treatment is needed.
रोगी के लिए चयन Testicle and scrotum problems
पुरुषों का स्वास्थ्य
Epididymal cyst
An epididymal cyst is a harmless fluid-filled growth on a man's testicle (testis). They are quite common and don't usually require treatment. Many men feel them and are concerned that they have testicular cancer, but a doctor can usually tell the difference by examination and/or using an ultrasound scan.
डॉ. कॉलिन टिडी, MRCGP द्वारा
पुरुषों का स्वास्थ्य
Epididymo-orchitis
Epididymo-orchitis is an inflammation of the epididymis and/or testicle. The epididymis and testicle can swell and the scrotum may become enlarged, tender and red. In adults, epididymo-orchitis is usually due to infection, most commonly from a urine infection or a sexually transmitted infection. A course of antibiotic medicine will usually clear the infection.
डॉ. राचेल हडसन, MRCGP द्वारा
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
What is torsion of the testis, and why is it urgent?
Torsion of the testis is listed as a common cause of pain or lumps in the scrotum. The article states that in cases like testicular torsion, treatment is needed urgently, highlighting its time-sensitive nature.
How can doctors differentiate between different types of scrotal swellings?
Doctors can often identify the type of swelling by examining you. For instance, they might shine a light through the scrotum, as fluid-filled swellings (like hydroceles) will light up. They might also ask you to cough, which can make a hernia more apparent.
Are there any symptoms that might suggest an infection is causing the scrotal problem?
Yes, if an infection is the cause, you might experience a temperature, need to pass urine more frequently, or notice pus or blood in your urine, in addition to other symptoms like pain or swelling.
What is the purpose of an ultrasound scan for scrotal lumps or pain?
An ultrasound scan is typically used to confirm the cause of the scrotal lump or pain and to determine if any treatment is necessary. It's a painless procedure that uses sound waves to create images of internal structures.
If I have a scrotal lump or swelling, does it always need treatment or surgery?
No, not always. The treatment depends entirely on the underlying cause. In many situations, no treatment might be needed at all. However, some conditions, like testicular torsion or testicular cancer, require urgent treatment.
What is a spermatocele, and how is it different from an epididymal cyst?
A spermatocele is a type of cyst that feels similar to an epididymal cyst. The key difference is that a spermatocele is specifically filled with sperm (semen).
अधिक पठन और संदर्भ
- Basta AM, Courtier J, Phelps A, et al; Scrotal swelling in the neonate. J Ultrasound Med. 2015 Mar;34(3):495-505. doi: 10.7863/ultra.34.3.495.
- Crawford P, Crop JA; Evaluation of scrotal masses. Am Fam Physician. 2014 May 1;89(9):723-7.
- Velasquez J, Boniface MP, Mohseni M; Acute Scrotum Pain
- Scrotal pain and swelling; NICE CKS; August 2024 (UK access only)
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Dr Toni Hazell, MRCGP
MBBS, BSc, MRCGP, DFSRH, Dip GU med, DRCOG, DCH (London, UK, 2000)
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Dr Philippa Vincent, MRCGP
सामान्य चिकित्सक, चिकित्सा लेखक
MB BS, Bsc, MRCGP (2000), DCH, DFSRH, DRCOG
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