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

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.