Patient's question:
Left testicular torsion and necrosis resection! Will the right one also twist and necrose? How should it be protectedDoctor's answer:
Hello, if one testicle is removed, testosterone secretion is obviously reduced by half, and the level of testosterone in the blood decreases. However, the other testicle remains intact, and its function is still preserved. Moreover, over time, the secretion of testosterone from this testicle may increase to some extent as compensation. Therefore, after the removal of one testicle, the vast majority of men can still achieve erections and maintain intact sexual function, and can still have children. If both testicles are removed, the source of testosterone in the body will be cut off, and the level of testosterone in the blood will drop sharply or even disappear. At this time, the small amount of androgen secreted by the adrenal cortex, whether in terms of quality or quantity, cannot be compared to testosterone secreted by the testicles. Therefore, the ability to engage in sexual life is lost.