The thing inside our little buddies.

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The discussion centers on the sensitivity of certain anatomical structures, particularly the testicles, and why they experience pain upon contact. The presence of numerous nerve endings contributes to their heightened sensitivity. Unlike other body parts, testicles lack muscles, bones, or thick skin for protection, making them more vulnerable to injury. The evolutionary perspective suggests that sensitivity in testicles has been advantageous for survival and reproduction, as individuals with more sensitive testicles were likely to avoid harm, thus increasing their reproductive success. The pain serves as a protective mechanism to ensure these vital reproductive organs are safeguarded.
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Why does "it" hurt when it is in contact with something??

And umm, what is it anyways? I mean without the covering.

Just curious...
 
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Because there are many nerve endings, it is more sensive.
 
ok... any more info?
 
ok... any more info?

it does not have any muscles, bones, or thick skin around it to protect it
 
anatomy 101

http://www.shands.org/health/imagepages/1113.htm
 
Simple evolution. Way back when before humans or apes or whatever, our ancestors with primitive external testicles were wandering around, doing whatever they did. In all likelyhood, some had more sensitive testicles than others. The ones whose testicels were more sensitive would avoid anything harmful happening to them, thus had a better chance of reproducing than something which had testicles that were relatively numb and accidentally damaged them.

They are our means of reproduction and we must protect them as much as possible, hence if they're hurt, it hurts like a *****.
 
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