India batter Tilak Varma is the talk of the town after he underwent immediate surgery for testicular torsion in Rajkot.
His emergency surgery resulted in him being ruled out of the first three T20Is in the upcoming New Zealand vs India series from January 21. The health condition of the batter has also raised concerns over him missing the T20 World Cup scheduled to commence from February 7.
What is testicular torsion?
Testicles, the male reproductive organs, are two organs that are situated in a pouch of skin called the scrotum, which sits below the penis.
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This is also where sperm and testosterone are produced. The blood supply to both testicles is supplied through the spermatic cord.
When the tissues around the testicle are not attached well, it causes the testes to twist around the spermatic cord. This is called testicular torsion.
What are the symptoms?
Apart from unbearable pain, affected individuals may also observe swelling, discolouration, a lump on the testicle and abdominal pains as other symptoms.
Is it an emergency situation?
Yes. When this happens, the blood supply to the testicle is cut off and it causes immense pain as well as swelling.
An emergency surgery is required to address the situation, and any delay can result in the removal of the affected testicle.
Recovery period:
As per the Cleveland Clinic, the initial days after the surgery are painful and swelling can persist for about a week on the scrotum or groin. Individuals are advised to avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activities (including sports) for at least three to four weeks. However, recovery time could vary from person to person.
For more information, consult a medical expert.