What Is Testicular Atrophy?
7. Diagnosis
Diagnosis of testicular atrophy may involve tests and a physical examination to determine the underlying cause. Doctors may test hormonal levels to see if an imbalance is to blame. They may test for sexually transmitted infections by performing a urine test or a swab.
An ultrasound may reveal reduced blood flow and any other abnormalities, and blood tests may demonstrate the presence of infection. In addition to these tests, a doctor may also perform a physical examination of the scrotum. This involves feeling the testicles and assessing the firmness, size, shape, and texture of each. The doctor usually orders tests on the basis of the findings on the physical exam.
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