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ArticleUrology annals

Awareness of testicular swelling among young adults in Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study.

Osama Saleh Alnizari, Ranim Fahad Alhejaily, Saffanah Fawaz Alhejaili, Akram Faisal Aljohani, Naif Osama Alnoman, Akram Bokhari

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6 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.

Osama Saleh AlnizariCollege of Medicine, University of Hail, Hail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Ranim Fahad AlhejailyCollege of Medicine, University of Hail, Hail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Saffanah Fawaz AlhejailiCollege of Medicine, Taibah University, Medina, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Akram Faisal AljohaniCollege of Medicine, Taibah University, Medina, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Naif Osama AlnomanCollege of Medicine, Taibah University, Medina, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Akram BokhariDepartment of Urology, College of Medicine, University of Hail, Hail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Taibah University · SAUniversity of Ha'il · SA

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: Testicular masses can be a sign of various medical problems, ranging from acute emergencies such as testicular torsion to chronic illnesses such as cancer. Therefore, examinations, including self-examinations, are an important procedure for diagnosis and treatment, which can help prevent complications such as loss of fertility. Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the level of awareness about scrotal swelling among adult men in Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was administered to 3502 males, aged 18-50 years, from August 2021 to March 2022. Results: A total of 3502 participants from different regions of Saudi Arabia responded to our survey over 43 days, from August 21, 2021 to October 3, 2021. Unmarried, Master's/PhD graduated male, showed a high level of knowledge and attitude toward testicular swelling. Conclusion: The prevalence of cases of scrotal swelling, coupled with the lack of reporting or immediate intervention, was one of the reasons for the lack of research about this subject. The study notices several factors which impacted on participants' awareness of scrotal swelling and the risks it poses. The results also emphasized the importance of self-examination in respect to the avoidance of complications such as testicular cancer.

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Awarenessscrotal swellingself-testicular examinationtesticular swellingyoung adult

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PMCPMC10252778
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