Although people often use the term "ball pain" when venting, it seems few have truly explored its meaning.Online comparisons have equated male testicular pain with female childbirth pain, even inventing a "del" unit of pain. It suggests women endure 57 del during childbirth—roughly equivalent to breaking 20 bones—while a kick to the testicles can reach 9000 del!
So what exactly is "蛋疼"?
In linguistic usage, "蛋疼" conveys a subjective perspective—when external stimuli overwhelm one's capacity to endure.Testicles are colloquially called "eggs." The surface meaning of "egg pain" is testicular discomfort arising from excessive external stimulation or prolonged sexual arousal. It occurs during intimate contact with a partner or intense sexual fantasy, primarily affecting adolescents navigating sexual awakening. The pain subsides as arousal diminishes.Its deeper meaning conveys helplessness, inner turmoil, and agitation over a situation—a feeling of discomfort radiating from head to toe, making you jump around restlessly and wanting to punch someone to vent frustration. Why do men experience testicular pain? 1. Testicular Dislocation This injury is relatively rare, typically resulting from motorcycle accidents or equestrian riding incidents.A moderate impact can displace your testicles. This pain is more intense than internal bleeding or rupture, potentially causing you to pass out. As an internal organ, the pain response to displacement is far greater than that of rupture. Sometimes, this displacement isn't even worth surgery to reposition it through opening the scrotum—imagine how painful the manual massage-like process to realign it would be.
2. Testicular Torsion
Typically occurs hours after strenuous exercise or following testicular trauma. Sudden, severe testicular pain during sleep or rest is the initial symptom and a key diagnostic indicator. Some patients also experience scrotal swelling, nausea, vomiting, and marked tenderness.
3. Varicocele
Testicular distension and pain may also stem from varicocele, a common condition in young and middle-aged men. It involves dilation, tortuosity, and elongation of the pampiniform plexus veins due to venous congestion in the spermatic cord. Prevalence ranges from 10-15% in the male population.This condition most often occurs on the left side, though bilateral cases are not uncommon. Varicocele may be accompanied by testicular atrophy and congenital sperm abnormalities, leading to male infertility. Mild cases without impaired spermatogenesis do not require treatment. However, if symptoms are severe or cause testicular spermatogenesis dysfunction, surgical intervention is necessary.
4. Orchitis
Numerous factors can cause orchitis. For instance, mumps patients may develop orchitis, presenting with testicular pain and swelling. Gonorrhea, currently the most prevalent sexually transmitted infection, can lead to orchitis in severe cases.Chronic prostatitis may also cause testicular pain, typically presenting as unilateral, dull, or pulling discomfort that persists over time. Orchitis is more common in young adults than in the elderly.
What to do about testicular pain?
1. Heat Therapy: Apply a warm towel to the external scrotum. The towel temperature should not exceed 40°C (104°F), and the duration should be limited to about 5 minutes.The mild warmth can help alleviate inflammatory symptoms.
2. Exercise: Regularly engage in light aerobic exercise. For testicular-specific movements, try lifting the scrotum or performing Kegel exercises—these gentle motions benefit the testicles.
3. Medical Examination: Identify the exact location of inflammation and use targeted medications for anti-inflammatory treatment.
4. Daily Diet: Consume mild foods like leafy greens. Drink plenty of water and increase urine output to help flush out inflammatory secretions.
5. Lifestyle Adjustments: Avoid poor habits. Refrain from wearing tight underwear or sitting for extended periods.
6. Medical Consultation: Consult a doctor promptly to determine the cause and receive appropriate treatment.
4. Dietary Adjustments: Consume mild foods like leafy greens. Increase water intake to promote urination, aiding in the expulsion of inflammatory secretions.
5. Lifestyle Habits: Avoid tight-fitting pants. Refrain from frequent sexual activity or self-stimulation. Minimize activities requiring straddling motions, such as cycling or horseback riding.