Reproductive Function Chapter 8
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What is a common cause of low sperm counts and decreased sperm quality?

  • Varicocele (correct)
  • Spermatocele
  • Trauma to the testes
  • Testicular torsion
  • What is the most common location for testicular torsion to occur?

  • The left testicle (correct)
  • The epididymis
  • Both testicles equally
  • The right testicle
  • What is the main reason for the development of a spermatocele?

  • Trauma
  • Inflammation
  • Blockage of the duct system (correct)
  • Varicocele
  • What is the characteristic feeling of a varicocele upon palpation?

    <p>A bag of worms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary complication of testicular torsion if left untreated?

    <p>Testicular ischemia and necrosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what stage of life is testicular torsion more common?

    <p>During the first year of life and at the beginning of puberty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of varicocele?

    <p>Incompetent or absent valves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a symptom of testicular torsion?

    <p>Hematospermia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary treatment for testicular torsion?

    <p>Surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible cause of varicocele?

    <p>Obstruction by a tumor</p> Signup and view all the answers

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