Testicular Disorders UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT Answers

Testicular Disorders UPDATED ACTUAL
Questions and CORRECT Answers
What is a hydrocele? - CORRECT ANSWER - A fluid-filled sac around a testicle, often causing
swelling.



What is a varicocele? - CORRECT ANSWER - Enlarged, dilated veins of the pampiniform plexus,
often more prominent on the left side.



What age group is most affected by varicocele? - CORRECT ANSWER - Males between 15-35
years of age.



What is the typical clinical presentation of varicocele? - CORRECT ANSWER - Asymptomatic or
dull, achy scrotal pain that worsens as the day progresses.



What is a hematocele? - CORRECT ANSWER - Blood accumulation between the layers of tunica
albuginea and tunica vaginalis.



What is the most common cause of hematocele? - CORRECT ANSWER - Trauma with testicular
rupture.



What is the management for small stable hematoceles? - CORRECT ANSWER - Conservative
management.



What is testicular torsion? - CORRECT ANSWER - Twisting of the spermatic cord and testicle,
reducing blood flow to the testis.



What age group is most commonly affected by testicular torsion? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Adolescent males ages 10-20 years old.