Why would you remove your testicles?

An orchiectomy is surgery done to remove one or both of your testicles. It’s commonly performed to treat or prevent prostate cancer from spreading. An orchiectomy can treat or prevent testicular cancer and breast cancer in men, too.

When should you have your testicles removed?

You will need to have an operation to remove a testicle if tests show that it is likely you have testicular cancer. This surgery is called an orchidectomy or orchiectomy. It is a short operation. You can usually go home later that day but might need to stay in hospital overnight.

Can you live with no testicles?

If you were to lose both testicles however, it does make the situation slightly more complex, but you can still live a normal life. ‘Men who lose both testicles are likely to have erection problems due to the reduced levels of testosterone,’ says Cornes. ‘They will also be unable to father a child naturally.

How painful is testicular removal?

You won’t feel pain during the procedure. The doctors may numb your groin area so you can have the surgery while you’re awake, or you may be given something to make you sleep. During: Your surgeon will make a small incision – a cut — into the abdomen just above your pubic area. They will take out the whole testicle.

What happens if you crush your testicle?

It can happen if the testicle gets a forceful direct blow or is crushed against the pubic bone, causing blood to leak into the scrotum. Testicular rupture, like testicular torsion and other serious injuries to the testicles, causes extreme pain, swelling in the scrotum, nausea, and vomiting.

Can you live with one testicle?

Usually, people can live with just one of these organs while maintaining a healthy, normal life. Testicles are no different. But it’s still important to regularly follow up with a doctor, especially if you have an undescended testicle.