Epistemis

Swollen scrotum

Specialty: Nephrology and urology.

  • bulge in the scrotum
  • enlarged testicle

Why it occurs

  • Hydrocele
  • Varicocele
  • Inguinoscrotal hernia
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Initial workup

Scrotal transillumination and ultrasound; markers (AFP, β-hCG, LDH) if solid mass.

red flags

Hard, painless, intratesticular mass in a young man → rule out testicular tumor.

Standard management

  • Study according to cause — observation if simple hydrocele

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousAbsent night or morning erection
Area
Nephrology and urology
Listed causes
4
Treatment options
1
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