"Blue balls" is the term many people find either hilarious or dismissive, but it actually describes quite a real condition medically known as epididymal hypertension. It is a continuum of sexual arousal with no relief, given that it leads to testicular discomfort or even pain. Really, it's talked about jokingly very often, but actually, blue balls can be really uncomfortable for those who have it. In the following article, we consider what causes blue balls, the common duration, how to ease the pain of this condition, and when it may be a symptom of something more serious.

 

What is Blue Balls: Causes and Symptoms

This is because of the blood gathering in the testicles at the time of arousal. The flow of blood is increased in the genitals during sexual excitement, therefore the testicles and penis can swell. In case ejaculation does not occur then blood gathered in the testicles can result in pressure to give the sensation of discomfort or pain.

Common symptoms of blue balls include:


  • Aching or throbbing pain: Most of the time, pain in the testicles is believed to be emanating from there, at times extending into the lower abdomen.
  • Bluish coloration: Rarely, men can feel a slight discoloration of the testicles on account of the backlog of deoxygenated blood.
  • Heaviness or Fullness: Due to pressure and flow of blood, the testicles might even feel heavy or full.

 

How to Relieve Blue Balls: Tips for Relief

If one has blue balls, a relief can be sought after through several methods to help with the discomfort:


  • Ejaculation: Most easily, blue balls are relieved through ejaculation. Whether through sexual intercourse, masturbation, or other means, ejaculation will typically relieve the pressure and discomfort.
  • Other Techniques: Many times, the cessation of sexual play and rest cool the body down. This can be enhanced by deep breathing or meditation, or even a bath, to work its way through arousal and back to normal.
  • Physical Activity: Very mild physical activity, such as walking or some light stretching, takes away some blood flow from the testicles and helps alleviate the pressure and discomfort.
  • Application of Cold Compress: Application of cold compress to the testicles can constrict blood vessels, which will reduce swelling and would help ease the discomfort.
  • Avoid Further Stimulation: Not having sexual stimulation during the period of your discomfort may not let the condition get worse.

 

When to Seek Medical Attention

While blue balls are not a cause for concern since they largely disappear on their own, there is one condition that could require a medical intervention :


Chronic Pain:

When the pain persists over a longer period, sometimes hours or even razor-sharp pain. It would then be necessary to consult with a doctor. Longer ache could thus be a sign of a more critical disease like torsion of testicles, which involves emergency medical attention.


Swelling or Discoloration:

If there is heavy swelling, redness, or even a bluish discoloration of the testicles that continues over a period, it may be an indication of some sort of concern lying underneath, and it should be brought to and checked by the doctor.


Accompanied by Other Symptoms:

If pain is severe, and comes with some of the following signs; fever, nausea, vomiting or the pain is felt when passing urine, one should see a doctor. If it is experienced it can signify a particular disease or some other serious disease.


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Blue Balls vs. Testicular Torsion: The Difference

It is utterly impossible to have any sort of conversation about the state of blue balls and not mention testicular torsion at all. This is a type of injury in which twisting of the spermatic cord leads to the stoppage of blood inflow into the testicle. It may present with sudden and intense pain. It must be given immediate medical intervention so that there will not be permanent damage to the testicle.


  • Location of Pain: Blue balls pain is generally dull and aching while testicular torsion is sharp and severest, one-sided.
  • Time of Onset: Blue balls develop over some period of time while testicular torsion can occur all of a sudden.
  • Duration: Blue ball pains usually disappear on their own or after ejaculation, however testicular torsion pains do not go away and will only persist to get worse.

 

Myths About Blue Balls Debunked

There exist several myths and misconceptions that are connected with blue balls, because of which people misunderstand this condition rather often and, to top it all, can be groundlessly concerned. Some of the most common myths include the following.

 

Myth: Permanent Damage May Be Caused by Blue Balls

Blue balls aren't a serious and permanent sort of condition. The pain is going to disappear either on its own or after the organism experiences orgasm with ejaculation; thus, it holds no potential aftermath for one's health in the future.

 

Myth: Blue Balls occur only with teenagers.

Actually, it has usually been considered that blue balls were usually associated with adolescent males, but men of all ages can develop this condition. It is the normal reaction to a long time of sexual arousal without release.

 

Myth: Having Blue Balls means you're Infertile.

There is no link between blue balls and fertility. The condition is just increased blood flow to the testicles when arousal takes place, and it doesn't relate at all to reproductive health.

 

Does it exist in women?

Well, technically yes, though not by that name, because blue balls strictly describe a symptom of male anatomy.

The name in females is pelvic congestion. Both sexes experience increased blood flow to the genitals during sexual arousal. If the female becomes sexually aroused and does not reach orgasm, blood may pool, or become congested, in the pelvic area giving a heavy or aching feeling.


This sensation is sometimes called "blue vulva," although the term is not widely known and certainly not as well known as the term blue balls. These symptoms may include, but are not limited to pelvic pressure, usually a feeling of fullness or pressure in the pelvic. Some females may also feel mild pain or discomfort, though it usually resolves itself.


The same goes for blue balls; they tend to settle once the body isn't stimulated enough anymore to keep it that way, either by simply having an orgasm or time for the body to distribute the flow of blood again.

 

Conclusion

Blue balls are also medicinally referred to as epididymal hypertension and are caused by constant sexual arousal without ejaculation. The aching is very disagreeable, though it is not at all dangerous, and generally disappears with time or after ejaculation. Being prepared for the cause, symptoms, and possible relief methods could help a person cope more easily with any anxiety or embarrassment associated with it.


This goes to say that free communication with the partner or health provider is a keynote in discussing any form of discomfort to make sure of a person's overall sexual health. When the pain continues or is presented with other symptoms, medical help becomes significant for excluding more serious conditions.


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