Testicular torsion
Sudden, severe pain in a testicle or the scrotum, sometimes with vomiting, is an absolute emergency: surgery must be done within the first hours. Seek care immediately.
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Paediatric surgical emergencies
Some surgical conditions in children cannot wait. Recognising them early allows prompt care and limits complications.
Intussusception
In infants and young children: bouts of crying with paleness, alternating with calm periods, vomiting, sometimes blood in the stool. An urgent consultation is needed.
Appendicitis and strangulated hernia
Abdominal pain with fever and vomiting, or a groin lump that has become hard and painful, also require care without delay.
This information is general and does not replace a consultation: every child is assessed individually.
Frequently asked questions
My son has had severe testicle pain for an hour. What should I do?
Go to the emergency department immediately: testicular torsion needs emergency surgery, ideally within the first hours, to save the testicle.
Should the child stay without food or drink in an emergency?
Yes, while waiting for medical advice it is better not to eat or drink, as surgery under anaesthesia may be needed.
Book an appointment
For a consultation or an opinion, contact Dr Souhir Mefteh's practice in Sfax.