Translation guide
A medical emergency where the spermatic cord twists, cutting off blood supply to the testicle. In Japanese, this is expressed with a specific medical term, and understanding how to describe it in an emergency is crucial.
Referring to the condition of testicular torsion itself, typically in medical or emergency contexts.
The standard medical term for testicular torsion. Used by doctors and in medical settings.
精巣捻転は緊急手術が必要です。
Testicular torsion requires emergency surgery.
Another medical term for testicular torsion, using '睾丸' (testicle) instead of '精巣'. Slightly more colloquial but still clinical.
睾丸捻転の症状は突然の激しい痛みです。
The symptom of testicular torsion is sudden severe pain.
Explaining the symptoms of testicular torsion to a doctor or in an emergency.
Simple way to say 'my testicle hurts'. Use this to quickly communicate pain.
急に睾丸が痛くなりました。
My testicle suddenly started hurting.
Means 'my testicle is swollen'. Swelling is a common symptom.
右の睾丸が腫れていて、痛みもあります。
My right testicle is swollen and painful.
Nausea often accompanies testicular torsion. Use this to describe associated symptoms.
睾丸の痛みと吐き気があります。
I have testicular pain and nausea.
Urgently conveying that you suspect testicular torsion and need immediate help.
Polite way to say 'it might be testicular torsion'. Useful when speaking to medical staff.
すみません、精巣捻転かもしれません。急に睾丸が痛くなって…
Excuse me, it might be testicular torsion. My testicle suddenly started hurting...
Strategy: Call an ambulance. In Japan, dial 119 for emergencies. You can say '救急車をお願いします' (Please send an ambulance).
救急車をお願いします。睾丸が激しく痛みます。
Please send an ambulance. I have severe testicular pain.
Testicular torsion is a medical emergency. If you experience sudden, severe testicular pain, seek immediate medical attention. Time is critical to save the testicle.
If you need to explain symptoms in Japanese, focus on key phrases: '睾丸が痛い' (my testicle hurts), '急に' (suddenly), and '吐き気' (nausea). Use simple, direct language.