Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Disorders of the Male Reproductive System01:20

Disorders of the Male Reproductive System

Men's health issues are increasingly recognized as significant, with several conditions posing common threats. Among these, testicular cancer is especially prevalent in younger men, particularly those aged 20 to 35 years. The disease often manifests as a painless mass in the testicles, sometimes accompanied by a sensation of heaviness or a dull ache.
Prostate disorders are another major concern. These conditions can impair urinary flow due to the prostate's location around the urethra. Symptoms...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Inpatient teledermatology improves diagnostic accuracy and management of erythroderma in hospitalized patients.

Clinical and experimental dermatology·2021
Same author

Hand eczema in children referred for patch testing: North American Contact Dermatitis Group Data, 2000-2016.

The British journal of dermatology·2021
Same author

EYA4 is inactivated biallelically at a high frequency in sporadic lung cancer and is associated with familial lung cancer risk.

Oncogene·2013
Same author

Evidence-based treatment and prevention of external genital warts in female pediatric and adolescent patients.

Journal of pediatric and adolescent gynecology·2012
Same author

Misplaced pulmonary arteries in an adult patient with pulmonary hypertension.

The British journal of radiology·2010
Same author

A pleural mass with pulmonary infiltrates.

Thorax·2007

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 17, 2026

Combined Supine and Standing Imaging for Varicocele: An Improved Diagnostic Approach
04:15

Combined Supine and Standing Imaging for Varicocele: An Improved Diagnostic Approach

Published on: November 22, 2024

A diagnostic algorithm for male genital oedema.

L N Weinberger1, M J Zirwas, J C English

  • 1Department of Dermatology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA.

Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV
|January 25, 2007
PubMed
Summary

Male genital edema, or swelling of the scrotum and penis, has many causes. This study addresses the need for a clear approach to evaluating and managing this condition.

More Related Videos

Treatment of Ejaculatory Duct Obstruction by Seminal Vesiculoscopy Assisted Flow Modification
03:51

Treatment of Ejaculatory Duct Obstruction by Seminal Vesiculoscopy Assisted Flow Modification

Published on: December 8, 2023

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 17, 2026

Combined Supine and Standing Imaging for Varicocele: An Improved Diagnostic Approach
04:15

Combined Supine and Standing Imaging for Varicocele: An Improved Diagnostic Approach

Published on: November 22, 2024

Treatment of Ejaculatory Duct Obstruction by Seminal Vesiculoscopy Assisted Flow Modification
03:51

Treatment of Ejaculatory Duct Obstruction by Seminal Vesiculoscopy Assisted Flow Modification

Published on: December 8, 2023

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Andrology
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Male genital edema involves scrotal and/or penile shaft and prepuce swelling.
  • Numerous potential causes exist, complicating diagnosis and treatment.
  • A standardized clinical approach is lacking in current literature.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define male genital edema.
  • To outline a systematic approach for its evaluation.
  • To propose management strategies for genital edema.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of causes and presentations of male genital edema.
  • Analysis of diagnostic pathways for scrotal and penile swelling.
  • Synthesis of treatment options based on etiology.

Main Results:

  • Male genital edema encompasses scrotal and penile swelling.
  • A structured diagnostic process is essential for identifying underlying causes.
  • Management varies significantly depending on the etiology, ranging from conservative measures to surgical intervention.

Conclusions:

  • A concise, systematic approach to male genital edema evaluation and management is needed.
  • Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment.
  • Further research should focus on evidence-based guidelines for this condition.