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Parent’s Panic: Dealing with Testicular Torsion – A Personal Story

“Tao Somchai’s” son had “testicular torsion” and shared his experience dealing with it.

This threw all the parents into a panic. After hearing the news that the family of “Tao Somchai Khemglad” faced a serious illness that not many people have. which is “Testicular Torsion”. This illness happened to her little son. At this event, he and his family came to share their experiences to provide knowledge to the general public. about how to correctly deal with such diseases and how to observe the symptoms of the disease in detail

Recently, “Tao Somchai Khemglad” and his wife “Atthamat Khemglad” came to share their real experiences and provide knowledge on “Testicular Torsion” with Pol. Lt. Gen. Thaweesilp Wechavitarn, Chief Medical Officer (SB 8), who welcomes him by saying that the disease occurred to his son after he had pain in his swollen testicles due to exercise and sports. Take him to get checked out at a hospital near his house. The doctor diagnosed it is a symptom of disease “Testicular sprain.” The family was shocked and worried. The doctors informed them that the torsion could recur. which could be dangerous. The doctor recommended urgent surgery. Therefore, we decided to consult a pediatrician in surgery at the police hospital. We met Colonel Wasan Nantasanti, a doctor (SB 4), surgical group (specialist in pediatric surgery), who gave advice on every step, from preparation. Care before and after surgery Let the family ease their worries So I decided to have surgery following the doctor’s advice.

By the team of pediatric surgeons at the police hospital The surgery was performed on April 20, 2024 and was closely monitored. So far, her son can live a normal life, exercise and play sports without any effects or side effects on her health. The family thanks. Pol. Lieutenant General Thaweesilp Wechavitarn, the chief doctor and a team of surgeons and nurses who performed the complete treatment. The results of the treatment were good.

Meanwhile Lieutenant General Thaweesilp Wechavitarn, Chief Medical Officer (SB 8), thanked Tao Somchai for sharing his good experiences today. and I have always had faith that the hospital would take care of the family members. The hospital confirms that it will take care of the people who use the services of the police hospital.

Testicular torsion It is caused by the blood vessels twisting upwards. There is little blood flowing to the testicles. Up to the torsion of the testicles, which can be divided into 2 types: torsion and rotation of the testicles themselves. It can rotate both inside and outside the scrotum. which is the most severe type. The patient will suffer a lot. and the twisting and turning of the testicles or the twisting and turning of the fallopian tubes. mild pain

As for the cause, there are many reasons such as the location inside or outside the scrotum, shock due to exercise, playing sports and temperature or hormones such as waking up in the morning. The testicles shrink. erect penis The muscles in that area contract until they cause pain. first symptoms namely pain in the testicles, nausea, swelling and redness due to lack of blood supply. If left for a long time it will be severe to the point of deterioration. The tissue in that area dies. It should be discarded if it shows up late to the doctor. Doctors recommend that children with incomplete testicles be tested as they are at risk of testicular torsion if they experience testicular pain or pain. Please consult a doctor immediately for examination and treatment.

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