Testicular torsion occurs when the spermatic cord that holds the testicle in place twists and cuts off blood supply to the testicle, causing a painful condition. A testicular torsion can occur at any age, but is more common in young boys and adolescents. It can cause severe damage to the testicle, which may require emergency surgery to restore it.
In direct primary care (DPC), patients have direct and personal relationships with their primary care physician (PCP) for a flat monthly fee. In addition to unlimited access to their PCP, DPC patients can enjoy longer visits, reduced or eliminated co-pays and deductibles, and same-day or next-day appointments. In addition to allowing PCPs to spend more time with patients, providing comprehensive and preventive care, and coordinating with specialists and hospitals, DPC also allows them to spend more time with their patients.
When you experience symptoms of testicular torsion in your DPC patient, such as sudden, severe pain in one testicle, swelling, redness, nausea, vomiting, or fever, please contact your PCP right away. It is possible for your PCP to examine you, diagnose your condition, and refer you to a urologist or hospital for urgent care. Additionally, your PCP can provide you with medications, wound care, and follow up with you after surgery.
DPC can offer many benefits for testicular torsion patients, such as:
Faster and easier access to your PCP, who can diagnose and treat your condition quickly and effectively.
Lower costs and fewer surprises, as you pay a flat monthly fee for your primary care and avoid co-pays, deductibles, and hidden fees.
Better quality and continuity of care, as your PCP knows you and your medical history well and can provide more holistic and preventive care.
More peace of mind and satisfaction, as you have a trusted and caring partner in your health care journey.
In addition to providing urgent care for testicular torsion, DPC can also help you manage your testicular health and prevent future complications. Your PCP can offer you personalized testicular torsion management in DPC, such as:
Educating you about the causes, risk factors, and signs of testicular torsion, and how to perform self-exams.
Advising you on how to protect your testicles from injury, infection, or inflammation, and when to seek medical attention.
Counseling you on how testicular torsion can affect your fertility, sexual function, and mental health, and how to cope with these issues.
Referring you to specialists, such as urologists, endocrinologists, or psychologists, if you need further evaluation or treatment.
Torsion of the testicle is a serious and painful condition that requires immediate medical attention. The DPC can provide you with faster, cheaper, better, and more personalized care to help you manage your testicular torsion and improve your testicular health. Contact your local DPC provider today to find out how they can assist you if you are interested in becoming a DPC patient.
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