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You can’t be sure you have testicular cancer based on symptoms alone, so it’s important to see a doctor about any testicular symptoms that concern you. Don’t wait.
1.)CANCEROUS PROBLEMS
- Symptoms in the testicles
The most common symptom of testicular cancer is a painless lump on a testicle. Sometimes the testicle may become swollen or larger, without a lump. (It’s normal for one testicle to be slightly larger than the other, and for one to hang lower than the other.) Some testicular tumors might cause pain, but most of the time they do not. Men with testicular cancer may also have a heavy or aching feeling in the lower belly or scrotum.
Each normal testicle has an epididymis, a small, coiled tube that can feel like a small bump on the upper or middle outer side of the testicle. Normal testicles also contain blood vessels, supporting tissues, and tubes that carry sperm. All these things can feel bumpy, and sometimes men confuse these normal structures with cancer. If you have any doubts, ask a doctor.
- Symptoms in other parts of the body
Breast growth or soreness: In rare cases, testicular cancers can cause men’s breasts to grow or become sore. This is because certain types of testicular cancer can make high levels of hormones that develop the breasts. Some men might also notice a loss of sexual desire.
Early signs of puberty in boys: Some testicular cancers make androgens (male sex hormones). This may not cause any specific symptoms in men, but in boys it can cause signs of puberty, such as a deepening of the voice and the growth of facial and body hair, abnormally early.
- Symptoms of testicular cancer that has spread (advanced cancer)
If testicular cancer is not found early, it can spread to other parts of the body. Even when testicular cancer has spread, many men still have no symptoms. But some men might have some of the following symptoms:
If the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes (bean-sized collections of immune cells) in back of the belly, they can grow larger and press on nearby structures, which might cause low back pain.
If the cancer has spread to the lungs, problems like shortness of breath, chest pain, or a cough (even coughing up blood) may develop.
Some cancers might cause belly pain, either from enlarged lymph nodes or because it has spread to the liver.
In rare cases, testicular cancer spreads to the brain and can cause headaches or confusion.
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Other symptoms - (NON CANCEROUS PROBLEMS)
What causes it?
In adults the condition may follow a viral or bacterial infection. Bacteria can sometimes find their way to the epididymis as a consequence of infection with the common bacteria that cause urinary infections or by other organisms such as those of chlamydia or gonorrhoea. Epididymitis can sometimes follow a vasectomy.
- HYDROCELE
What is it?
A swelling in the scrotum, caused by a harmless build-up of fluid within the sacs surrounding the testicles.
What are the main symptoms?
A soft and usually painless swelling of the scrotum. Sometimes the swelling can be as large as a grapefruit.
What's the risk?
Low.
What causes it?
A build-up of fluid in the scrotum, sometimes caused by an injury to the testicles or following infection or inflammation.
How can I prevent it?
It's not easy to prevent, except by protecting the testicles during sport or potentially risky work.
Should I see a doctor?
Yes. It's important to rule out any more serious conditions.
The doctor will examine the testicles. He or she may also shine a light through the scrotum — if the light passes through, it's probably a hydrocele.
What are the main treatments?
Usually none, unless the swelling has become very large or uncomfortable. Hydroceles can be drained using a syringe or, more commonly, surgery is used to remove the whole hydrocele. For men with small hydroceles and no symptoms it is usually wiser to leave well alone.
How can I help myself?
There's not much you can do.
What's the outlook?
Most serious cases can be permanently treated.
- TORSION
What is it?
Each testicle is suspended within the scrotum by the spermatic cord. This can become twisted, cutting off the blood supply to a testicle.
What are the main symptoms?
Sudden, very severe pain in a testicle
Swelling
Nausea and vomiting
Fever
What's the risk?
Low. It's most common in teenage boys.
What causes it?
Many cases have no known or obvious cause, although it can be linked to physical activity. Some men, who have naturally more mobile testicles, are at higher risk.
How can I prevent it?
You can't.
Should I see a doctor?
Definitely. In fact, torsion is a medical emergency — aside from the pain, if the spermatic cord is twisted for more than a few hours a testicle can die due a lack of blood supply, and will then have to be removed.
What are the main treatments?
An operation to untwist the cord.
How can I help myself?
There's not much you can do.
What's the outlook?
Good, if treatment is carried out promptly.
Who else can help?
Don't waste time trying to find out — you need to see a doctor as soon as possible.
- VARICOCELE
What is it?
Essentially a varicose vein within the testicle.
What are the main symptoms?
Varicoceles are often painless and almost always located on the left testicle.
There can be a swelling that is often described as feeling like a warm tangle of worms. This is usually more noticeable when you stand up.
There may be a "dragging feeling" in the testicle.
Fertility problems. It's thought that the accumulation of blood overheats the testicle and affects sperm production, although not all men with a varicocele are infertile.
What's the risk?
Approximately 10—15% of men develop a varicocele.
What causes it?
A damaged valve in the vein draining blood from the testicle.
How can I prevent it?
You can't.
Should I see a doctor?
Yes. It's important to rule out any more serious conditions.Varicoceles can usually be diagnosed through manual examination. A doctor may also shine a light through the testicle — a varicocele will block out the light. Small varicoceles can sometimes be diagnosed by ultrasound.
What are the main treatments?
Usually none, although if you're uncomfortable you may be advised to wear supportive underwear.If you have a fertility problem, however, it is possible to tackle the varicocele with a variety of surgical techniques. One increasingly used method is known as embolisation: small tungsten coils are inserted to block the veins leading to the varicocele.
How can I help myself?
There's not much you can do.
What's the outlook?
Good, but varicoceles can sometimes recur. The treatment of varicoceles can result in a significant increase in fertility: improvements in semen quality occur in 50—90% of men.
What Girls & Guys Said
1 1So sorry for all those struggling. For anyone concerned, go to the doctor immediately. I'd also recommend you give yourself testicular cancer checks monthly too, while in the shower. While you're at it, you should think about buying this awesome product called Man1 Man Oil. It's given my man back his confidence in the bedroom, keeps him smelling fresh and great down there, and makes him super soft. What's not to love?
@singlebee Great stuff, thanks for sharing. It is never too soon to start checking. Are you a doctor?
No but some days back i had a little pain in my scrotum... but when i had a check up it was a very minor swelling due to tight underwear... Some where... the doctor did some examination of my testicals... but there was nothing wrong... :) je just gave me some medicine... So if you have any discomfort down there go to fhe doctor immediately