Broken Testicles

Testicular trauma -- often referred to as broken or ruptured testicles -- is categorized in three groups: blunt trauma, penetrating trauma and degloving trauma. Blunt trauma is when a force strikes the scrotum, which can result in a testicular fracture. According to the Mayo Clinic, testicular fractures develop from a severe blow to the groin or scrotum. Penetrating traumas occur when a sharp object (such as a bullet) penetrates the testicle. Degloving injuries are more severe and result in the shearing of scrotal skin. Athletes are more at risk for testicular injuries, but they can also result from car accidents, workplace injuries and falls.

Things You'll Need

• Athletic supporter/scrotal supporter
• Antibiotics
• Ice pack
• Pain medication

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Instructions

• 1

  Don't be too embarassed to see a physician.

  Try to immobilize the affected area. See a physician immediately. According to Kids Health, if you wait more than six hours to see a physician, complications are more likely to occur within the injured testicle.

• 2

  Have an ultrasound done.

  Allow your physician to perform an ultrasound of your affected testicle. The ultrasound, along with a clinical examination, will help detect signs of rupture or other damage.

• 3

  Surgery may be necessary.

  Undergo surgery if damage is extensive. Damaged tissues may need to be removed to prevent possible infection from developing within the testicles.

• 4

  Don't forget to take your antibiotics.

  Take antibiotics prescribed by your physician after your surgery. Wear a scrotal support during the healing process.

• 5

  Follow up with a medical exam several months after the injury, or as recommended by your physician. The doctor may advise you to have another testicular ultrasound to check the blood flow to the testicle and to look for signs of atrophy.