The danger of Small Testicles
Tech mistake | One danger of having small testicles is that it can lead to infertility small testicles do not produce enough testosterone the hormone which helps to produce sperms. This is why men with small testicles have low sperms count. A clinical study was done in 2014 showing the correlation between men’s testicle size and semen quality. Using ultrasound 500 men testicular volume was measured and then a semen sample was taken. Results showed that the smaller the testicles the lower the sperms count, motility, and sperms volume was, which would affect fertility.
Having small testicles can also be a sign that your hormones are out of whack. This will also start to hurt your health. You will start to notice other impacts on your body. That means a lack of energy, reproductive problems, weight gain, loss of muscle mass, low sexual desire, and more.
The lack of testosterone caused by small balls can result in your body not being able to control the estrogen that naturally occurs in the body. That means that your body could start developing feminine traits. This means a variety of symptoms including fat growth (especially in the breast area), infertility, erectile issues, prostate issues, risk of stroke, and risk of other medical conditions.
Causes of Small Testicles
There are a good number of causes for small testicles. Let’s explore some of the biggest causes.
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Injury To The Testicles
When you have had an injury to the testicles, such as a kick or punch, it sometimes has no problem. Other times, it can cause bruises or other damage which results in smaller testicles. One such damage is testicular torsion which can cause your testicles to shrink. Testicular torsion is the twisting of your testicles causing damage to your spermatic cord. This injury is rare it usually occurs in infants and adolescent boys but can occur at any age during sleep or physical injury.
Steroids and Medications
Some medications can cause your testicles to grow smaller because they limit the amount of testosterone in your body. Testosterone is one of the biggest causes of small testicles many adult men and teenage boys are using anabolic steroids which is a man-made hormone that our body makes. They use them to develop muscle mass very fast it can also be used to help an athlete improve his performance. Men also take synthetic testosterone because their body is not producing enough of this natural hormone but there is usually a root cause to the lack of testosterone such as age or problems with other systems in your body. Other drugs which shrink your balls are corticosteroids which are used to treat several diseases such as asthma, eczema, rheumatoid arthritis just to name a few. An example of this drug is Prednisone.
A Variety of Diseases
A variety of diseases and disorders can cause small testicles. Here is a short list of them:
- HIV/AIDs
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
Men with sleeping disorders
Researchers from the University of Southern Denmark studied 1000 men’s sleep habits and sleep disorders. Those with insomnia, poor sleeping habits, or sleep quality had smaller testicles. This may be because men who do not get enough REM sleep at night have lower testosterone which usually reduces their testicles. More studies have to be done to determine this fact. Results from clinical studies do show that the more sleep a man gets the more testosterone his body produces.
Remedies For Small Testicles
The remedies that you use to help your small testicles get bigger again can vary. It depends on the cause of the small testicles.
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For Sleep-Related Issues
Establishing a regular sleep schedule with normal levels of sleep will help you to get back into your circadian rhythm. After your rhythm starts to balance out you should start to see the size return.
For Medication Issues
Speaking with your doctor about any medication side effects you may have is important. There are often alternative options or options to negate the side effects. If you do not, you can run the risk of developing new side effects or even more severe issues.
For Injuries To Testicles
Many injuries to testicles will go away after a little while but it’s always good to visit a doctor. Injuries like testicular torsion require a doctor’s immediate attention or you can lose your testicles. If you have an issue with small testicles for days after the testicle has been injured, seek a medical appointment. Your testicle may have been damaged more than you thought and should be inspected. Treatment might require medication, bed rest, or any variety of treatments.
For Disease Symptom
If your testicular size is caused as a symptom of a disease, the only way to know for sure is to get screened by a medical professional. They will provide you with a course of treatment. Often, testosterone injections or pills are a recommended course of treatment.
For Testosterone/Hormone Issues
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For those who have testicular size problems caused by a testosterone issue or imbalance of hormones, they should seek medical assistance. You might need to change your lifestyle to regain the proper balance of chemicals in your body. Your doctor may recommend testosterone replacement but this will only make your testicles smaller. Some alternatives for men who are using synthetic testosterone because of Hypogonadism are HCG, Clomid, and Tamoxifen. These alternatives do not stop your body from producing natural testosterone thus reversing or maintaining testicle size.
It is important to be proactive when you notice an issue such as small testicles. This kind of issue may not be a problem upfront but can rapidly develop into a serious medical issue. If you have any concerns you should seek the help of a medical professional.