Painful testicles during execution can have a significant impact on your training. The use of some simple pain relief strategies and the transition to support underwear can help reduce discomfort.
What causes the pain of the testicle during the race?
The testicular pain can be due to several factors and can cause discomfort during the race. Mayo Clinic notes that even a small injury to this area can trigger pain. For this reason, a jostling or a minor movement during your race could be the cause.
Current causes of testicle pain include injuries, infection, inflammation and testicular torsion, according to Medlineplus.
Injuries that can cause testicle pains include:
- Direct impact A direct impact or a blow on the area of the groin or the testicles can cause intense pain. Depending on the severity of the blow, it can cause pain and discomfort during the race.
- Inguinal hernia A hernia in the (inguinal) groin area can cause the fact that internal tissues grow through a weak point of your abdominal muscles. This can cause pain in your scrotum when you exercise.
- Testicular torsion It was at this point that one of your testicles is torillating inside your scrotum and loses its blood supply. It is a medical emergency that requires surgery to save the testicle.
The other causes of testicular pain include:
- Varicocele It is a wrapping veins in scrotum. According to Mayo Clinic, this can cause dull or intense pain during exercise due to the increase in blood flow.
- Infection Prostate infections (prostatitis) and urinary tract infections (urinary tract infections) can cause testicle pain.
- Inflammation Conditions such as epididymitis and orchitis cause swelling in testicles that can cause pain and sensitivity in the region.
Check your underwear
If the repetitive movements associated with jogging are the source of your painful testicles, you may want to examine your underwear.
These movements side by side during a race can ensure that your testicles strike your leg and trigger painful symptoms, especially if you wear short boxes.
The transition to supporting underwear, such as memories or briefs, brings them closer to your body, helping to prevent pain caused by movement.
Wearing a sports support (Jockstrap) can also help prevent injuries that can lead to testicular pain in the first place, advises the Cleveland Clinic.
Advice to find relief
If you already feel pain in the testicle during the race, here are a few steps that you can take to help relieve discomfort:
- According to Mayo Clinic. These include acetaminophen, ibuprofen and aspirin.
- Applying an ice bag wrapped in a towel in your groin area can help reduce pain and swelling.
- Placing a folded towel under your scrotum while you are lying on your back can support and lift the painful area.
Although these measures can help light pain, contact your doctor immediately if the pain is severe or suddenly occurs. The pain of testicles accompanied by nausea, fever, chills or blood in the urine may indicate a more serious medical condition.
