A teenager presents at the ER with severe scrotal and abdominal pain, vomiting, and nausea. He tells the nurse that he participated in a polar bear plunge in his community (jumping into cold water off-season). What conditions would the nurse suspect?

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Torsion of the spermatic cord is likely suspected due to the acute onset of severe scrotal pain, which can be exacerbated by cold temperatures or physical activity. This condition requires immediate medical attention to prevent testicular damage.

A Teenager Presents at the ER with Severe Scrotal and Abdominal