What are the effects of removing one testicle?

From a physiological point of view, after a man removes one testicle, it will have no impact on the couple's life and reproductive function. However, some men have too heavy a psychological burden and feel that they are different from others. They are under too much pressure and easily lose their self-confidence. In more serious cases, it may affect their sexual function.

Therefore, it is recommended that such patients should maintain a positive attitude, have balanced nutrition, arrange their time reasonably, and participate in more physical exercises to enhance their resistance. In addition, you should go to the urology department of a regular hospital for regular examinations to see if the remaining testicles are normal.

What are the effects of removing one testicle?

What changes does a testicle undergo?

1. Low sperm count in men

Men have only one testicle, which of course results in less and less sperm density, which may result in reduced male fertility.

2. Reduced male sexual function

The testosterone converted by the male testicles alone is reduced, resulting in reduced hair production, reduced muscle mass, decalcification of bones, and physical weakness.

What are the consequences of removing both male testicles?

1. Lack of male sexual function

If both testicles of a man are removed, the body's testosterone source will decrease, and the testosterone level in the blood will also decrease over time until it disappears. When this type of growth hormone disappears, it will affect men's sexual function, causing men to have reduced sexual desire and be unable to achieve an erection.

2. Cause male infertility

Male testicles are the human organs that produce male sperm. If both male testicles are removed, the body will no longer be able to produce male sperm, and of course it will no longer be possible for a woman to become pregnant. This will cause male infertility.

3. Appear masculine characteristics

Male testicles are not only the organs that produce male sperm, they can also secrete androgens, which can maintain men's sexual function and secondary sexual characteristics. If both male testicles of a man are removed and the body is deficient in androgens, masculinization will occur.