Answers are the opinion of the author(s) and not necessarily that of your health care provider, the Palo Alto Medical Clinic, the Palo Alto Medical Foundation or Sutter Health. This information is provided for your general information and education only, and should not be relied upon for personal diagnosis or treatment. If you feel like you have an illness or need emotional support for a problem, please contact you personal physician NOW.
Questions about suicide? Call the NATIONAL SUICIDE HOTLINE 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433).
Navigate:
FAQ Home Page
>>
Male -- Erections
>>
Q&A
Posted on:08/24/2009
Question
Sometimes during sex, my testicles shrink or pull in to the point that they are not visible. As soon as I finish or orgasm they drop back to normal. I feel no pain or discomfort.
Answer
|
That's totally normal. The testicles are suspended on a cord called the spermatic cord. The spermatic cord contains the vas (which carries the sperm), arteries, veins, nerves and muscles. The muscles, known as cremasteric muscles, move the testicles up or down depending on a number of factors. For example, when a man is cold, the testicles pull up to keep warm; when a man is stressed or threatened, the testicles are pulled up for protection. And during orgasm, the muscles contract and the testicles are pulled up.
|
Answered By:
James Bassett Jr.
, M.D.
|
|
|
