Question 1

husband is just mentioning a hard fixed lump in testicle which is not painful and has grown in size over last few months any thoughts?

Accepted Answer

Must rule out cancer: A swollen testicle or one with a lump, especially one that feels firm, is a sign to go see the doctor this week. One can see his primary care doctor first, who may refer to the radiologist and urologist to further evaluate and do an ultrasound scan, if testicular cancer is suspected. If there is a cancer, it is treatable by removal of the testicle, and getting follow-up care.

Question 2

how can an ultra sound determine a cyst from cancer lump in testicle? sonographer was very confident that they are cysts. largest 0.5cm. thank you.

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You have  good news: Testicular tumors  presents initially as painless  non cystic masses , large  , usually detected by the patient , will not have testicular sensation. . Now your doctor must have told you to go back for follow up visit , with out worrying that is what you have to do.

Question 3

my husband has a lump in his testicle, can we see a gp for this?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Definitely a good idea. Based on exam and findings further recommendations will be made.

Question 4

my husband found a lump in right testicle that hurts when he poops. when he sits the pain goes away.

Accepted Answer

See urologist : A scrotal mass that is influenced by bowel movements could be a hernia.  It is also possible that he has the most common cause of painful scrotal mass, epididymitis.  Get examined.

Question 5

found a lump in my testicle, it feels as though it's attached in a way to the testicle, no pain aside from lower back, what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Lump on testicle: A number of things but it definitely needs to be checked by a urologist or your doctor asap.

Question 6

my partner has several purple marks near his testicles which were boils but now he has a lump in his testicle?

Accepted Answer

See a urologist: This should be examined as early as possible by a urologist.  They have the knowledge and expertise to diagnose and treat this condition as necessary.  It may turn out to be nothing serious, but the reverse is also possible.  Please do not delay.

Question 7

i noticed a lump in my testicle. ultrasound and dr said it was a cyst. they also noticed varicocele. what causes this? will i be able to have kids?

Accepted Answer

Benign conditions: I doubt that these two conditions will affect your fertility. So do not worry about them except if you have a problem in having kids once you are ready to have them.

Question 8

43 y/o with bb size hard lump in rt testicle.  only hurts if pressed.  1/2 inch from epididymis.  no other structure.doesn't get bigger if i strain.

Accepted Answer

Scrotal scars: These are very common. They are often fluid filled cysts from scars in the tubing in the scrotum that come with age and life experience. We usually leave them alone unless there is a chronic pain to them.

I also see that you have had a vasectomy. This procedure can also have left you with some mild scarring as well that you can feel through the wall of the scrotum.

Question 9

lump in right testicle. pain in groin. had ultrasound. they found hydrocele. doc suspects hernia. i don't feel lump in my groin.could it be  a hernia?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Even though you do not feel the lump,  you do feel groin pain though! Also ultrasound of inguinal region and testicles should answer your doubts.

Question 10

lump in left testicle. 17 and have not had sex in a year 
discomfort comes and goes
slight bit of abdominal discomfort as well. 
got an ultrasound + urine tests and both came back good with no cancerous masses. what do i do next? what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Urologist: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a urologist. 
Wish you good health!

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Husband is just mentioning a hard fixed lump in testicle which is not painful and has grown in size over last few months any thoughts?

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How can an ultra sound determine a cyst from cancer lump in testicle? sonographer was very confident that they are cysts. largest 0.5cm. thank you.

A member asked:

My husband has a lump in his testicle, can we see a gp for this?

A member asked:

My husband found a lump in right testicle that hurts when he poops. when he sits the pain goes away.

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Found a lump in my testicle, it feels as though it's attached in a way to the testicle, no pain aside from lower back, what could this be?

A member asked:

My partner has several purple marks near his testicles which were boils but now he has a lump in his testicle?

A member asked:

I noticed a lump in my testicle. ultrasound and dr said it was a cyst. they also noticed varicocele. what causes this? will i be able to have kids?

A member asked:

43 y/o with bb size hard lump in rt testicle. only hurts if pressed. 1/2 inch from epididymis. no other structure.doesn't get bigger if i strain.

A member asked:

Lump in right testicle. pain in groin. had ultrasound. they found hydrocele. doc suspects hernia. i don't feel lump in my groin.could it be a hernia?

A member asked:

Lump in left testicle. 17 and have not had sex in a year discomfort comes and goes slight bit of abdominal discomfort as well. got an ultrasound + urine tests and both came back good with no cancerous masses. what do i do next? what could it be?

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