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Urology (Expert Forum)
Acsending Testicles
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Acsending Testicles
by Tom__0__0, Jul 03, 1998 12:00AM
Is it normal for the testicles to "draw up" into the body during sex? I am 36 years old with no medical problems, but I am concerned that this is unusual.
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Thanks Tom for your answer.
Testicles drawing up into the scrotum is a protective reflex and is totally normal. It is called the cremasteric reflex. The cremasteric muscles contract or relax raising or lowering the testicles within the scrotum. This is thought to help maintain ideal temperatures within the testicles to facillitate sperm production.
More individualized care is available at the Henry Ford Hospital and its urban campuses by calling (1 800 653 6568). We can also arrange local accommodations through this number if this is your need. Please bring any physicians’ notes and lab test results that you may be able to obtain. These will help us greatly.
This information is provided for general medical education purposes only. Please consult your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition.
Sincerely;
HFHS-M.D. MS
* Keyword: Cremasteric reflex
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Thanks Tom for your answer.
Testicles drawing up into the scrotum is a protective reflex and is totally normal. It is called the cremasteric reflex. The cremasteric muscles contract or relax raising or lowering the testicles within the scrotum. This is thought to help maintain ideal temperatures within the testicles to facillitate sperm production.
More individualized care is available at the Henry Ford Hospital and its urban campuses by calling (1 800 653 6568). We can also arrange local accommodations through this number if this is your need. Please bring any physicians’ notes and lab test results that you may be able to obtain. These will help us greatly.
This information is provided for general medical education purposes only. Please consult your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition.
Sincerely;
HFHS-M.D. MS
* Keyword: Cremasteric reflex
