Correction on the condition is necessary to avoid sterility. There is a direct relationship between cryptorchidism and testicular cancer. Testicular Tumors Testicular tumors are the most common cause of testicular enlargement, are typically malignant, and often metastasize before diagnosis. Testicular cancers occur primarily between the ages of 15 and 30 years and 95 percent arise from germ cells. Benign testicular tumors usually arise from the interstitial or Sertoli cells.
Diagnosis is by palpation.
A biopsy is necessary to determine malignancy. Chemotherapy , radiation and orchiectomy are potential treatments. Orchitis Inflammation of the testes most commonly occurs as a complication of mumps but may be a result of trauma or be acquired from an infection spread from the genital tract. Symptoms are pain, swelling, chills and fever. Treatment includes bed rest, antibiotics , cold compresses and genital support.