Description
A collection of blood within the scrotum. The most common causes are trauma and surgery. Most will resolve without treatment.
Symptoms
Scrotal swelling, tenderness, blue-purple discoloration of scrotum.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. An ultrasound is done to rule out an associated torsion of the testicle.
Tests:
Complete blood count (CBC), Ultrasound
Other Specific Tests: PT (Protime), PTT (Partial Thromboplastin Time)
Specialists:
Urology
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. An ultrasound is done to rule out an associated torsion of the testicle.
Tests:
Complete blood count (CBC), Ultrasound
Other Specific Tests: PT (Protime), PTT (Partial Thromboplastin Time)
Specialists:
Urology
Treatment
Most will resolve on their own. Scrotal hematomas can become infected (red, hot, increased pain). Infected hematomas will require antibiotics.