Swollen or painful testicle

A swollen or painful testicle can be caused by many things. If the pain is severe, you should visit your nearest emergency department.

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Testicular torsion

Testicular torsion causes sudden, painful swelling in the scrotum. It needs emergency surgery to save the testicle. Learn about symptoms to look for.

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Epididymitis

Epididymitis is inflammation of the tube at the back of each testicle. Find out more about the symptoms and treatment of epididymitis here.

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Varicocele

A varicocele is a swelling of veins next to a testicle. Usually, it’s harmless, but if you are in pain or having fertility problems, treatment can help.

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Hydrocele repair (child)

A hydrocele is a swelling around the testicle caused by a collection of fluid. Surgery can be done to prevent your child from having discomfort or embarrassment caused by the hydrocele getting larger as he gets older.

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Male reproductive system

The male reproductive system includes external genitals and internal parts including the prostate gland. Learn how it works and what can go wrong.

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Undescended testicles

Undescended testicles refers to one or both testes missing from the scrotum. Treatment, if needed, is important to prevent future health problems.

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Orchidopexy for a palpable testicle (child)

Testicles usually move down into the scrotum by 35 weeks of pregnancy. Sometimes a testicle does not come down normally. An orchidopexy is a procedure which moves a testicle down into the scrotum.

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Reversing a vasectomy

Reversing a vasectomy is an operation to rejoin the tubes that carry sperm from your testicles. It may make you fertile again.

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Bilateral vasectomy

A vasectomy is an operation to cut the tubes that carry sperm from your testicles. It is a permanent and effective method of male contraception.

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Male sexual problems

Nearly 1 in 2 Australian men have experienced a sexual difficulty, which can include a sexual act, from foreplay through to attaining or maintaining an erection, and also ejaculation. Any man can be affected, whether he is straight, gay, bisexual or transgender.

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Groin irritation and infection

Groin irritation can cause itching and burning and be painful and annoying. Learn more about symptoms, causes and treatments for groin irritation.

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Dry orgasm

A dry orgasm is when males orgasm without ejaculating. This happens when no semen is made or when the semen travel backwards into your bladder.

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Delayed ejaculation

There can be physical and psychological reasons for delayed ejaculation. Find out about the causes and treatment options for delayed ejaculation.

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Testicular cancer

Testicular cancer is the second most common cancer in young males. Treatment is usually successful. Learn about detection, symptoms and treatment.

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Inguinal hernia repair (child)

An inguinal hernia is a common condition. It is caused by the contents of the abdomen pushing down towards the scrotum or labia. If left untreated, an inguinal hernia can cause serious complications.

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Abdominal pain in children

Abdominal pain in children has many causes. Most tummy pain is not serious, but it’s important to know when to take your child to the doctor.

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Groin pain or swelling

Get advice on how to look after yourself if you are experiencing groin pain or swelling. Learn how to manage your symptoms and when to see a doctor.

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Surgery for benign scrotal lumps

A benign scrotal lump is a lump in your scrotum that is not caused by a cancer. Most of them can be left alone but some cause problems and can be treated by surgery.

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Puberty for boys

The male body changes during puberty. Find out about the physical and emotional changes you may experience as you go through puberty and adolescence.

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Blood in semen

Blood in your semen (haematospermia) can be alarming, but it is usually not serious. It will pass within a few days. Find out about blood in semen.

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Testosterone

Your testosterone levels can vary depending on your sex, age and health. Learn more about low testosterone, possible causes and symptoms.

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Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (TEP)

An inguinal hernia is a common condition caused by a weakness in your abdominal wall, near the inguinal canal. If left untreated, an inguinal hernia can cause serious complications.

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Leprosy

Leprosy is a bacterial infection that mostly affects your skin and nerves. Leprosy is rare in Australia and can be easily treated with antibiotics.

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Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (TAPP)

An inguinal hernia is a common condition caused by a weakness in your abdominal wall, near the inguinal canal. If left untreated, an inguinal hernia can cause serious complications.

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Follicle stimulating hormone

Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) is made by the pituitary gland in the brain. Find out what it does and when your FSH blood level may be tested.

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Chlamydia

Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that may cause no symptoms. Learn about prevention, testing, contact tracing and treatment.

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Gender affirming surgery

Gender affirming surgery helps people with gender incongruence medically affirm their gender. Learn more about these types of surgeries here.

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Mumps

Mumps is a contagious viral infection, which can cause facial swelling. Find out more about the symptoms, treatment and prevention of mumps.

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Oxytocin

Oxytocin is a hormone that plays an important role in both the female and male reproductive system.

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