Male reproductive conditions

Question 1

What is the pathopysiology of testicular torsion?

Answer 1

Testicular torsion occurs when the spermatic cord, which supplies blood to the testicle, twists and cuts off its blood supply.

This twisting can result from congenital abnormalities or excessive mobility of the testicle within the scrotum.

The lack of blood flow leads to ischemia and necrosis of the affected testicle

Question 2

What are signs and symptoms of testicular torsion?

Answer 2

Pain
swelling
nausea/vomiting
fever
no cremasteric reflex
horiztonal testes

Question 3

What is the pathophysiology of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?

Answer 3

Non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland.

The hyperplastic tissue grows in the periurethral zone of the prostate, which can compress the urethra and obstruct urine flow.

Question 4

What are signs and symptoms of BPH?

Answer 4

think all things urinary!

Urinary hesitancy
dysuria
dribbling
weak flow/force
bladder fullness
nocturia

Question 5

Where does prostate cancer normally metastisise to?

Answer 5

Bones then liver, adrenal glands, lymph nodes and lungs

Question 6

What is the main facts to remember about prostate cancer?

Answer 6

most common cancer in men (>50yrs)
often driven by androgens
symptoms may include difficulty urinating, frequent urination, pain during urination, blood in urine or semen, and pain in the lower back, hips, or pelvis.