Scrotal is the loose skin or muscular sac portion in the male testicle organ (male reproductive system). The scrotum (or scrotal sac) is located under the penis. Its primary function is to protect testicles, blood vessels, and assist in sperm production (since it consists of spermatic cord). The spermatic cord contains lymphatic vessels, organ nerves, and excretory duct of the testicles. Scrotal or testicular exploration is examination of the testicle region. It is done to treat the condition of testicular torsion. When a testicle rotates, the spermatic cord is also twisted and interrupts the blood flow to the scrotum. The condition when blood supply cuts to the testicles is known as ischemia.

Under this condition, the patient will experience pain and swelling. Testicular torsion commonly occurs in young boys (12-16 years). It can even occur during birth. It is an emergency condition, which needs emergency care. Only quick treatment will save the testicles of the patient. If it is severely damaged, then testicles have to be removed.

Symptoms

Some of the common symptoms of the condition include:

1. Sudden testicular pain.
2. Scrotal swelling and abdominal pain.
3. Nausea.
4. Unusual positioning of the testicles.
5. Pain while urinating.
6. Fever.

Causes

The primary reason for testicular torsion is still not known. However, the possible causes are:

- Bell clapper deformity that occurs when tunica vaginalis (the pouch of serous membrane that covers the testes) gets attached to the spermatic cord, giving it free movement.
- It is inherited.
- Injury or high physical activity, exerting pressure on the testicles.
- Fast growth after puberty.

Risks

As the condition is inherent there are no risk factors involved, while there may be certain complications that may arise during the surgery. The risks include bleeding, infection, pain, and death of the testicles.