Few people today will be surprised by the fact that tumors began to spread more and more. One of the important reasons for going to the doctor is a seal in the scrotum. And it doesn’t matter, on the skin or under the skin, what color, there is pus or not - you need to literally run to a specialist. At the moment, thanks to modern types of diagnostics, it is possible to determine the cause and directly the disease itself without any special difficulties. The sooner treatment is started, the fewer complications to encounter during the rehabilitation period.
Causes
It is important to understand why the lining appeared in the scrotum. Without this, it is impossible to prescribe an effective treatment. This phenomenon may be a symptom of a benign tumor (lipomas, adenomatoid tumors, cysts, hemangiomas, lymphangiomas, etc.), spermatocele, hernia. Of course, you should not exclude a tumor of a malignant nature. Sometimes, due to torsion of the testis, a neoplasm may occur. If a man is obese, then he may have fat deposits, due to which the scrotum becomes tuberous. This condition is not considered dangerous and can be easily diagnosed using ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging.
Lymphangioma
This disease is rare. The cause is congenital malformation. This problem is characterized by proliferation of lymphatic structures. The first symptoms appear already in childhood. From the symptoms, it is necessary to distinguish a seal on the skin of the scrotum, a neoplasm of pink-blue color. Blisters form on the skin, lymph oozing from them. Because of this, a person may have a bacterial infection.
The disease is treated only surgically. It is necessary to remove the education. After the operation, immunomodulating, anti-inflammatory drugs and anti-bacterial drugs are prescribed so that a secondary infection does not occur.
Hemangioma
This problem is a benign tumor. It provokes the proliferation of blood vessels. Often the problem is diagnosed in children. The exact causes of this disease are unknown, but it is believed that they are associated with gene mutations. In the scrotum, there are manifestations not only on the surface, but also in the internal tissues.
Symptoms are as follows: there is a seal in the scrotum, the child’s skin becomes tuberous, the color changes from light pink to burgundy. The size of the tumor can be up to several centimeters.
In addition to the fact that the testicles are compacted, pain appears on palpation in the affected part of the scrotum. When diagnosing, it is important to exclude the malignant process. After confirmation of a benign nature, an operation is performed. In its course, a neoplasm is removed. If a seal appears in the scrotum in the form of a ball, then there is a risk of serious complications. Among these, the destruction of the organ and some others should be noted.
Adenomatoid tumor
This problem occurs in 30% of cases. At risk are men aged 30 to 50 years. The problem is benign and does not go into cancer. The tumor has an epithelial structure. Among the characteristic symptoms, a seal under the scrotum up to 2 cm in diameter, a slight soreness when palpating, elastic consistency, clear contours, and the absence of vivid symptoms should be distinguished. Treatment is carried out only surgically.
Cyst
This problem is also considered quite common. What are the symptoms? Several seals may form under the skin of the scrotum. Their shape is ball-shaped. The cyst is hard to the touch. The size can be from a few millimeters to 5-6 cm. Education is not painful, does not bring any discomfort, but only if the problem is not running. Sometimes there may be suppuration. In children, cysts may appear as white lumps on the scrotum. The surface of the skin may remain the same, or it may turn red.
Diagnosis is by ultrasound. MRI is not always used, since it will be effective only in cases of a high content of calcifications in the formation. A biopsy is sometimes prescribed. The causes of cysts have not yet been studied. There is a version that those who were injured are more prone to their formation.
Atheroma
Atheroma is a type of cyst. It affects the sebaceous glands of the skin. May occur due to obstruction of the duct of the hair follicle. The provoking factors include injuries or hormonal drugs. For external signs, it is necessary to note the white color of the skin, sometimes it can turn yellow or red. Of the symptoms there is a seal in the scrotum in men, not cohesion of the formation with healthy tissues.
If infection occurs, the tumor begins to fester. Swelling, pain, temperature rises, the capsule ruptures, and pus comes out.
Varieties of atheroma are fibromyoma and chondrofibroma. The first is formed from fibrous and muscle tissue, and the second - from the connective. The tumor is not dangerous for other organs, since it does not grow. The described types of formations are considered rare. The treatment is performed surgically. In order to prevent the development of problems, you need to follow a diet and properly monitor personal hygiene.
Lipoma
This type of tumor is considered one of the most common. Most often found in patients from 40 to 60 years.
There is a seal, it is located near the spermatic cord. The node most often arises alone. Multiple lesions occur with hereditary problems with the endocrine system. Lipoma can grow up to 4 cm. In advanced cases, its weight is 3 kg. The tumor grows for a long time. If you feel it, you will notice a soft elastic consistency. Most patients claim that there is no pain. The formation is mobile and does not attach to adjacent tissues. The skin will not change its color. Pathological discharge is absent.
There are two types of lipomas. They are related to its origin. There are true ones that are considered a birth defect. They are rare (less than 1% of known cases). False ones develop due to inguinal hernia. As for the external differences between these two types of tumors, they are absent.
How the treatment is carried out depends entirely on the size and symptoms. If the formation is small, then the operation is not performed. The doctor only observes the tumor. Lipoma does not develop into a malignant disease. The operation is necessary if the scrotum has pain or discomfort, the cosmetic defect itself brings discomfort to the patient. Sometimes a lipoma can develop along with some kind of malignant process. In this case, an operation is also performed.
Torsion of hydatids
This disease affects the testicle and appendages. Of the symptoms, pain in the scrotum, transillumination of the blue color of the formation, soreness, swelling and redness should be noted. Removal occurs by surgery.
Inguinal scrotal hernia
If a man has a small bump with a soft structure, then he may have a hernia. It happens, both congenital and acquired. Most commonly found in older people. The pathology is that the contents of the peritoneum fall out through the abdominal wall. Obesity, lifting of heavy things, regular constipation, constant coughing or sneezing, weakness of the abdominal muscles leads to a similar problem.
Among the symptoms, it should be noted that prolapse can occur in the scrotum itself, thereby increasing its size. Sometimes the contents of the peritoneum remains in the abdomen, localizing in its lower part. The defeat is usually one-sided. There is no pain when feeling.
During coughing, the hernial sac may increase. This leads to pain that radiates to the thigh or testicle. The danger of this disease lies in the fact that the work of organs that have fallen into the bag is disrupted. When the vessels begin to squeeze, the testicle becomes inflamed.
Treatment is carried out only by surgery. With the help of a bandage, it is impossible to fix it.
Spermatocele
The seminal cyst (the second name of the disease) is formed between the testicle and the appendage. Additional formations may occur that do not bring pain. If the nodes grow, then during intercourse there is pain, while walking, too. The consistency is soft and elastic. At rest, there are no unpleasant sensations. This seal in the scrotum does not develop into a purulent one.
Treatment is carried out only by surgery. Assign an operation when the cyst will have a size of 1 cm or more.
Self diagnosis
It must be remembered that during self-diagnosis, up to 80% of people show signs of cancer in themselves. What does the scrotum look like in a healthy man? Her skin is smooth, without defects. The testicles respond painlessly to palpation and have the same consistency. They can be of different sizes. The left is located slightly below the right.
Doctors recommend conducting a self-examination at least once every two months. This should be done after taking a bath, when the organs of the scrotum are relaxed. It is necessary to visually inspect the skin, and then test the testicles and appendages. Inguinal lymph nodes will not be noticeable even with increased palpation, if they are not inflamed. Thus, if a seal appears in the scrotum, the man will be able to notice this as quickly as possible and begin treatment on time. A similar symptom may indicate inflammation or a tumor process. If we are talking about tuberculosis, then the lymph nodes will also be inflamed.
How to check if there is a seal?
You need to stand in front of the mirror. Look at the skin of the testicles to see if there is swelling. Next, you need to carefully move each testicle between the fingers. So it will be possible to understand whether there is a seal. This procedure is harmless. Therefore, every man should do it regularly to be sure of his health.
When do I need to see a doctor?
If there is a suspicion of the appearance of seals in the scrotum, you should immediately contact a specialist. At home, it is impossible to understand whether education is harmless, therefore it is important to conduct an examination as quickly as possible. If there are additional symptoms, you should inform your doctor. If before the appearance of the seal there was a testicular injury or an infection, then this should also be said.
Summary
It is important to notice the problem in time and get rid of it. The faster this happens, the less complications will arise. Treatment in most cases is either passive (observation) or surgery. Medicines can only stop manifestations.