Section: Urinary and Reproductive
Testicular pain
Also known as: Testicle pain
Testicular pain symptom guide: what it can mean, possible causes, and when to seek care. Educational only.
Overview
Pain in the testicle can come from muscle strain, injury, or inflammation. Sudden severe pain may be torsion—a surgical emergency. This is general information only, not a diagnosis. Severe, sudden, or fever-related pain needs professional assessment.
Possible causes
- Muscle strain or posture
- Injury or overuse
- Joint inflammation
- Infection (less often)
When to see a doctor
See a clinic if testicle pain is severe, limits activity, lasts a week, or comes with swelling/fever.
Related conditions
Sources
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