Have you ever heard or read about a man with 132 lb scrotum? If not, ok, it’s a disease that I just read from CNN which cause that man to untraveling easily n money problem with surgery cost.
Today, I’d like to share you on How & Y this happen. Read it down belove!
What is scrotal lymphedema?
Scrotal lymphedema, also known as scrotal elephantiasis, is a “massive enlargement” of the scrotum due to thickening of tissue and accumulation of fluid, Gelman said.
What causes it?
Outside North America, scrotal lymphedema is often caused by a parasitic infection called lymphatic filariasis that’s spread by mosquitoes. “Thread-like worms” lodge themselves in the lymphatic system, according to the World Health Organization, where they can interfere with a person’s immune system.
But lymphatic filariasis is virtually unheard-of in the United States, Gelman said. Most cases of scrotal lymphedema here are caused by blockages in the lymphatic vessels that prevent fluid from draining from the area. Doctors are unsure what causes this blockage; in Warren’s case, Gelman believes it was an injury or trauma to his scrotum.
What are the symptoms?
The most obvious symptom is a large scrotum; this can range in size from a grapefruit to a basketball. But the mass doesn’t “max out” at any particular size, Gelman said. It will keep growing until the patient seeks treatment.
Warren’s scrotum was the largest Gelman had ever seen.
“(Warren) didn’t report that he was always in pain, but I think the biggest problem is that the sheer size of the mass made it very uncomfortable for him,” the surgeon said. “It’s like lifting weights to take a step.”
Warren’s penis was “buried” about a foot under his skin, Gelman said, but fully functional. A tunnel of sorts had formed from the tip to the top layer of his swollen skin, allowing Warren to urinate without assistance.
How common is scrotal lymphedema?
It’s rare, especially in the United States. Definite numbers are difficult to come by, and the condition may be underdiagnosed due to physicians’ lack of awareness, Gelman said. Many patients with the condition are also obese and are simply instructed by their doctors to lose weight.
How do you treat it?
Surgery is usually the best option to remove the swollen tissue, Gelman said. A surgeon who specializes in this type of procedure will cut a T-shape in the mass, identify the penis and testicles to make sure they aren’t harmed and then excise the excess tissue. The surgeon will then use undamaged tissue to cover the penis and scrotum.
How is Warren (the 132 lb scrotum man) doing now?
Warren is walking again and enjoying life, Gelman said. He’ll need a follow-up surgery to remove some additional skin that was damaged by his condition. Gelman will perform a skin graft to cover the penis and scrotum.
Um, what if I think I have it?
If you are experiencing the symptoms noted above, see a doctor as soon as possible. Ask for a referral to a specialist if your primary care physician is unfamiliar with these types of conditions.
An unusually large scrotum can have a variety of causes, Gelman said. One of the most common is a hernia, in which a small part of the intestines enters the scrotum. Another cause is fluid buildup on one side of a man’s body between the testicle and the skin; this is called hydrocele. All are treatable and usually not life-threatening unless left too long.
Sources : CNN, Google
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