Testicular and scrotal pain may be caused by several injuries or diseases. Pain in this sensitive area is cause for concern in any man or boy, as it may be an indicator of serious damage. However, most incidences of testicular and scrotal pain tend to be moderate.

Trauma or infection often causes testicular and scrotal pain directly. Common activities associated with direct testicular and scrotal pain include athletic injury and sexual activity. In some cases testicular pain is due to a condition requiring immediate medical attention, such as testicular torsion, an aortic aneurysm or appendicitis.

In most cases, a physician can diagnose the source of testicular and scrotal pain by taking a patient’s medical history and performing a physical examination. In more serious cases, certain tests such as ultrasound or urinalysis may also be performed to assess the pain source and its severity.

Moderate testicular and scrotal pain can often be relieved with common remedies such as rest, elevation, ice pack and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. In more serious cases, additional measures may be necessary, such as surgery or antibiotics.

Total prevention of testicular and scrotal pain resulting from injury or disease is unrealistic, given the many ways it can happen. However, males can reduce their risk by wearing protective athletic gear and protecting against certain sexually transmitted diseases.