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IHUMAN CASE STUDY CALEB MERTZ WEEK#10 A :13 YEAR-OLD-BOY:TESTICULAR PAIN LATEST CASE 2024
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IHUMAN CASE STUDY CALEB MERTZ WEEK#10 A:13 YEAR-OLD-BOY:TESTICULAR PAIN LATEST
CASE 2024
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, • Age: 13 years old
• Height: 5'5" (165 cm)
• Weight: 120 lb (54.5 kg)
• Chief Complaint: Testicular pain
History of Present Illness
1. Onset and Duration: When did the pain start? Is it acute
(sudden) or chronic (ongoing)?
2. Location and Radiation: Is the pain localized to one testicle or
both? Does it radiate to other areas, such as the lower abdomen
or groin?
3. Quality and Severity of Pain: How intense is the pain (e.g.,
mild, moderate, severe)? Is it sharp, dull, throbbing, or burning?
4. Associated Symptoms:
o Nausea or vomiting (common with testicular torsion).
o Fever or chills (could suggest an infection like
epididymitis or orchitis).
o Urinary symptoms, such as frequency, urgency, or burning
(may indicate a urinary tract infection).
5. Timing: Is the pain constant, or does it come and go? Does
anything make it worse or better (e.g., movement, rest)?
6. Previous Episodes: Has he experienced this pain before?
Medical and Surgical History
1. Previous Genital or Abdominal Issues: Any history of similar
pain, surgeries, or trauma to the area?
2. Recent Illnesses: Any recent infections, especially respiratory
or viral illnesses, that might relate to conditions like orchitis?
3. Family History: Any family history of similar issues, testicular
cancer, or genetic conditions that could predispose him to
testicular or urinary issues?
Social and Developmental History
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