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Swollen testicles –
First you’re not to panic if you see
swelling of the testicles; because more
times than not men fear the worst without
consulting a doctor. There fear of
testicular cancer can only be put to the
back of their mind when the reason for
the change in their testicles is
determined by a doctor. If you don’t get
clarification of your condition you cause
yourself more unnecessary stress over the
matter when there might be a simply
perfect explanation for why your
testicles are swollen. Stay healthy and
visit your doctor for regular checkups.
Keeping on top of your health will help
you prevent many conditions and disorders
affecting, or infecting
you.
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Some causes associated
with swollen testicles are Hydrocele,
varicocele, and
cysts.
Just because you are a
man it doesn’t mean you’re a big baby if
you fear the possibility of cancer being
the cause of your swollen
testicles.
Normally the reason
provided for swelling occurring is
because of build up of harmless fluids.
Swollen testicles on the other hand can
also be a symptom of testicular cancer.
Once again not a stage to be panicking
you’re self in to frenzy - until you have
reason to
panic.
Hydrocele is a common
cause for swollen testicles in newborn
babies and the aged. However it can
affect people of any age. Hydrocele is
usually diagnosed if fluids mass between
the two membranes that cover the
testicles. One or both testicles can
swell. This specific condition sees
swelling gradually increase over weeks or
months.
Swelling
caused by Hydrocele is not accompanied by
pain.
Testicular cysts, also
known as spermatocele, are fluid-filled
cysts that develop on the epididymis.
Spermatocele contain sperm and normally
show on the top section of the epdidymis.
Not a condition either known for
pain.
Varicocele comes about
when blood flow inside the spermatic cord
veins becomes thwarted, resulting in a
swollen scrotum. When the man is upright
standing, the swollen veins in the
scrotum may feel like a "bag of
worms."
Swelling of the
scrotum is less noticeable when the man
is lying down. 15% of the male species at
some point in their lives will experience
Varicocele.
Have your doctor examine
you to eliminate the possibility of it
being testicular
cancer
Swollen testicles and
scrotum have been recognized as a symptom
of testicular
cancer.
Symptoms
Lumps
irregularity or swelling in one
testicle.
A
pulling straining feeling or unusual heaviness
in the scrotum
A dull
ache in the groin/lower
abdomen
Spasms
of pain in the testicle or scrotum every now
and again
Tenderness or enlargement of
tissue around the
breast
These
symptoms don't always mean you have testicular
cancer. But you should see your doctor if you
are concerned.
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Go and see your doctor. A
physical examination may be carried out by
your doctor in his or her surgery – who
then may refer you to an urologist -
doctor specializing in the urinary organ.
An ultrasound scan might be recommended
for a closer examination of the
testicles.
If the
ultrasound scan shows any possibility of
cancer, a biopsy will be called for to
determine the finding and to what sort of
finding it is. The biopsy will include removing
a small amount of the cancerous tumor and
testing it under a microscope. If the biopsy
confirms cancer, the doctor will remove the
affected part of your testicle. Whatever type
of cancer it is, or whatever part of the body
it affects, it is vital that it is caught in
the early stages to up the odds in curing it.
No time to procrastinate over seeking medical
attention for your swollen testicles Seek help
right away.
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