Diseases and Conditions
Testicular torsion
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
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Risk factors
- Age. Testicular torsion is most common between ages 12 and 18.
- Previous testicular torsion. If you've had testicular pain that went away without treatment (intermittent torsion and detorsion), it's likely to occur again. The more frequent the bouts of pain, the higher the risk of testicular damage.
- Family history of testicular torsion. The condition can run in families.
