Why do my testicles seem to get smaller?

Testicular enlargement may be caused by physiological or pathological reasons. Physiological causes include aging, weight loss, etc. Pathological causes include orchitis, varicocele, etc. It is recommended to seek medical examination in time and deal with it in a targeted manner after the cause is clarified.

Smaller testicles may be related to age. As age increases, testicular tissue will gradually shrink and reduce in size. This is a normal physiological phenomenon and generally does not require special treatment.

Smaller testicles may be related to weight loss. When weight loss is significant, scrotal fat is reduced and the testicles appear visually smaller, which usually improves with weight regain.

Smaller testicles may be associated with orchitis. When the testicles are infected by bacteria or viruses, an inflammatory reaction may occur, causing the testicles to swell and then shrink and become smaller, which may be accompanied by symptoms such as pain and fever. The doctor may prescribe medications such as levofloxacin tablets, amoxicillin capsules, and ibuprofen extended-release capsules.

Smaller testicles may be related to varicocele. When the spermatic vein return is blocked, the local temperature of the testicles increases, which affects testicular function and may lead to testicular atrophy in the long term. The doctor may recommend the use of medications such as Maizhiling Tablets and Diosmin Tablets. In severe cases, surgery may be required.

Smaller testicles may be related to abnormal hormone levels. When the hypothalamic-pituitary-testicular axis function abnormally, testosterone secretion is reduced, which may lead to reduced testicular size. The doctor may check hormone levels and give medication such as testosterone undecanoate soft capsules if necessary.

At ordinary times, you should pay attention to keeping the vagina clean and dry, avoid sitting for long periods of time and wearing tight pants, and engage in appropriate physical exercise. In your diet, you can eat more foods rich in zinc and selenium, such as oysters, nuts, etc., and avoid smoking and drinking. If you find that your testicles continue to become smaller or are accompanied by other discomforts, you should go to the urology department for examination in time.