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Experiencing Discomfort In Testicle. Noticed Small Lump And Feels Tender To Touch. Suggest?

Posted on Tue, 20 Aug 2013

Question: ive been experiencing discomfort in my left testicle the past 3 days. it only hurts when I touch it directly and I noticed a small bump today during a self examination. its tender to the touch. I had a similar experience with this a year ago. any thoughts? thank you in advance for your help.
(I also am a hypochondriac and find it difficult to discern if something is an emergency or anxiety.)

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Answered by Dr. Anil Grover (1 hour later)

hi,
welcome to health care magic
i read your mail with diligence
there are many causes for testicular pain and swelling , in these most common in your age group being varicocele.
so you consult a surgeon and evaluate further.
thank you. ,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Anil Grover (9 hours later)

Thank you for your response. The pain in my left testicle has subsided. Should I worry about the bump on it?

Answered by Dr. Anil Grover (46 minutes later)

Hi
You have not mentioned whether the bump is superficial on the skin or is it deep.
If it is on the skin you have to contact a dermatologist for evaluation.
If it's deep you consult a surgeon for evaluation.
Thanks.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar