Patient's question:
I recently discovered that the testicles are hanging down. Is this normal? Should the testicles hang down normally or something like that?Doctor's answer:
The specific shape of the testicles, or scrotum, is related to external temperature. In cold environments, the skin of the scrotum may wrinkle and thicken, appearing elevated. In higher temperature environments, the skin of the scrotum is more relaxed, and the scrotum appears to be hanging down. This is a normal physiological response. However, sometimes testicular drooping is caused by varicocele, which may also lead to a sense of heaviness, fullness, and pulling pain in the scrotum area, potentially causing infertility. Therefore, it is recommended that you seek medical attention early for examination and treatment to avoid further complications from the condition.