Patient's question:
Doctor, hello. I'd like to ask how it's possible for one testicle to be much larger than the other. My left testicle is clearly twice the size of my right, but I have no discomfort, no pain, and can still achieve normal erection. What could be the reason for this? I want to ask, is this normal? What are the causes for one testicle being larger than the other?Doctor's answer:
The reasons for one testicle being larger than the other mainly include the following:1. Caused by congenital factors:
Some individuals have had one testicle larger than the other since childhood. This is a typical case of testicular dysgenesis. In many cases, this condition is caused by congenital diseases. Besides congenital testicular dysgenesis, it may also be due to certain traumas. Trauma can lead to internal bleeding in the testicle, ultimately resulting in insufficient testicular function and shrinkage.
2. Caused by acquired factors:
Acquired factors that lead to one testicle being larger than the other include orchitis. In chronic epididymitis, the testicles may sometimes appear unequal in size. If this condition is detected, timely measures should be taken, which generally have little impact on fertility. However, if orchitis occurs, it may interfere with sexual life, so proper measures must be taken.
For congenital cases of one testicle being larger than the other, it is essential to visit a formal urological hospital for proper examination. For testicular asymmetry caused by acquired diseases, the underlying cause must be identified, and timely treatment should be initiated. Early control of the condition is crucial.