Patient's question:
I have the habit of sleeping on my right side during naps. Recently, I read an article that said it might lead to testicular torsion. And when I get an erection, it indeed tends to rotate slightly to the left. There's no pain or discomfort associated with it.Doctor's answer:
Testicular torsion is more common after trauma or intense exercise. When testicular torsion occurs, the blood supply to the testicle is obstructed, leading to swelling and severe pain in the testicle. It can cause cerebral edema and suppuration of the testicle. In clinical diagnosis, it is easily confused with acute epididymitis. It is not necessarily testicular torsion, and the testicle will not reverse for no reason. During erection, the penis may deviate to the sides, but as long as it does not interfere with sexual intercourse, it does not need to be addressed.