Patient's question:
I feel a pain in my testicles today, and it's a heavy pain. What causes a heavy pain in male testicles?Doctor's answer:
It's also possible to be epididymitis or varicocele. Epididymitis is more common in young and middle-aged adults, with swelling of the affected testicle, reduced epididymal volume, severe pain, and possible high fever with chills. Varicocele is caused by blood stasis in the internal spermatic vein, leading to the dilatation and tortuosity of the venous plexus, and is also more common in young and middle-aged adults. In mild cases, it may be asymptomatic, but in severe cases, it can cause aching pain in the affected scrotum when standing for a long time, carrying heavy loads, or working. Resting in a supine position can alleviate the pain. During health check-ups, the affected scrotum may appear relaxed, and palpation may feel like a worm-like mass.