FAU Advanced Health Assessment Practice Test

Which condition is described as an enlargement of the scrotal sac?

1. Scrotal hernia

2. Scrotal edema

3. Genital herpes

4. Café-au-lait spots

The correct answer is: Scrotal edema

The condition described as an enlargement of the scrotal sac is scrotal edema. Scrotal edema occurs when there is an accumulation of fluid in the tissues of the scrotum, leading to swelling. This can be due to various factors, including inflammatory processes, infections, or systemic conditions that cause fluid buildup. Understanding scrotal edema is crucial, as it can sometimes signal underlying health issues that may require further investigation and management. It is important to differentiate it from conditions like a scrotal hernia, which involves the protrusion of abdominal contents through the inguinal canal and presents differently, or genital herpes, which is a viral infection that might cause lesions but not necessarily lead to scrotal enlargement. Café-au-lait spots are unrelated to the scrotum and refer to specific areas of skin pigmentation often associated with genetic conditions.