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6 health issues that may shrink your testicles
New York Post • • health
Key Points:
- Testicular shrinkage can signal underlying health issues, including medication effects, infections, or structural problems, and should be evaluated before considering cosmetic procedures like scrotal filler.
- Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and steroid use are common causes of testicular shrinkage because external hormones suppress natural testosterone production, leading to testicular atrophy.
- Testicular torsion, a medical emergency caused by twisted testicular cords cutting off blood supply, can result in permanent damage or testicle removal if not treated promptly.
- Conditions like varicocele (enlarged veins) and infections such as orchitis (often from mumps or bacterial infections) can cause testicular swelling and subsequent shrinkage, potentially affecting fertility.
- Normal aging leads to gradual testicular shrinkage after age 60 due to decreased testosterone production and blood flow, but sudden or asymmetrical shrinkage with pain or lumps warrants immediate medical evaluation.
