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Penis and Scrotum Symptoms in Boys

Penis and scrotum symptoms include pain, swelling, redness, discharge or a new lump involving the penis, testicles or surrounding skin.

Skin irritation, infection, injury, hernia, hydrocele, epididymitis and other conditions can cause symptoms. Testicular torsion is a less common but time-sensitive cause of sudden testicle pain.

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AAP Guide to Penis and Scrotum Symptoms in Boys

The AAP guide below explains common symptoms and which problems cannot wait for an appointment.

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When to see a doctor

Contact your pediatrician or another healthcare professional if:

  • Your child has new swelling, redness or persistent genital pain.
  • Discharge or pain with urination develops.
  • A new lump appears in the scrotum.
  • Symptoms keep returning or are not improving.

Call 911 or get emergency care if:

  • Your child develops sudden severe testicle or scrotal pain.
  • Testicle pain comes with nausea, vomiting or significant swelling.
  • A testicle appears higher or positioned differently than usual.
  • Go directly to an emergency department for possible testicular torsion.

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When can my child be seen

Be seen today.

Every office keeps same-day appointments for illness and injury.

This evening or at the weekend.

Most offices run After Hours Care, by appointment rather than walk-in.

If you are worried, call. We would rather answer a question that turns out to be nothing.

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