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Can an STD be the cause of my testicular swelling?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had sex with a sex worker a week ago, we used a condom but it broke, twice. The first time I felt it and immediately pulled out, the second time I did not notice when it broke but the worker said that she noticed and so she pulled my penis out.

Then we stopped the sexual act after that. Yesterday I started to feel that one of my testicles was swollen it does not hurt, but it does make me uncomfortable sitting because of its size, then I started reading that it might be gonorrhea or chlamydia. What do you recommend that I do? Are my chances of getting an STD or HIV high?

Kindly help.
Answered by Dr. Shah Sushma Kant

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Thank you for your query.

I understand your concern. Testicle swelling has a lot of causes such as tight-fitting undergarments, an unknown injury that might not be noticed, and driving a bike or car for a long time. So go to a general surgeon to consult the part of the testicle locally. Till then put a guard so the testicles do not hang.

  1. Take tablet Signoflam (Aceclofenac, Paracetamol and Serratiopeptidase) two times a day after food for three to five days.
  2. Take a capsule Doxycycline 100 mg for seven days.
  3. Avoid alcohol and spicy food.

I hope this has helped you. Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At May 14, 2023
Reviewed At December 18, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shah Sushma Kant is an experienced HIV/AIDS Physician with extensive expertise in managing HIV, AIDS, and related complications, as well as diabetes care. She provides comprehensive patient management, including counseling, treatment planning, and monitoring, to ensure optimal long-term health outcomes.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Dr. Shah Sushma Kant

HIV/AIDS specialist

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shah Sushma Kant is an experienced HIV/AIDS Physician with extensive expertise in managing HIV, AIDS, and related complications, as well as diabetes care. She provides comprehensive patient management, including counseling, treatment planning, and monitoring, to ensure optimal long-term health outcomes.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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