Hello doctor,I am a 25 year old male who was recently diagnosed with bell clapper deformity and intermittent testicular torsion. We are unsure if it was onset by trauma or supplement use. The current recommendation given to me by the doctors is to perform an Orchiopexy as a preventative measure for testicular torsion. I was told this is a low-risk operation and would likely eliminate any issues I am currently dealing with. However, I would like to avoid this at all costs and was wondering if there are any alternative methods I could try beforehand.
Hello. Bell Clapper deformity is congenital (since birth) but may have been noticed only now. In this, the testis is suspended at an abnormal angle and is more prone to torsion. The muscle around the testicles is oriented in an oblique manner and so when it contracts during exertion, it twists the testis. Normal testis will not rotate, but bell clapper types can rotate and pinch its own blood supply. Fixing the testis is best, ideally on both sides. There is no conservative approach. I would suggest you go ahead with surgery. For more information consult a urologist online -->