Question 1

can an ongoing testicular infection(s) of any kind be causative for a varicocele(s)?

Accepted Answer

Scars: Anything that can leave a scar in this tubing can lead to fluid filled swelling and cysts.

Question 2

how can i distinguish between testicular cancer and infection?

Accepted Answer

I would not try: if you feel pain or a mass in your testicle, you should see your family doc or better yet an urologist. Please do not self diagnose.

Question 3

diagnosed with left testicular hydrocele.
i consulted 2 doctors, 1 said infection & prescribed medicines, 2nd said no infection. should i take med?

Accepted Answer

Depends. : A hydrocele is a benign condition and it seldom causes any symptoms other than a large bulge in your pants and some heaviness. If it grows bigger and it is difficult to cope with it, surgery may be indicated. I don't like aspirations it seldom helps. Hydroceles very rare get infected if they do antibiotics are indicated. If the hydrocele was caused by orchitis then you may need antibiotics.

Question 4

what type of infection can cause testicular pain?

Accepted Answer

Epididymo-orchitis.: Infections of the epididymis (epididymitis)  or testicle (orchitis) can cause severe testicular pain. In younger men, this is usually caused by gonorrhea or chlamydia. In older men, it is often due to urinary tract pathogens such as e. Coli and proteus. If you have significant testicular pain, please get evaluated. A scrotal ultrasound can determine if scrotal pain is due to infection or torsion.

Question 5

do epididymal or testicular infections lead to cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not directly: Most infections of the testicular area will not lead to cancer. They can mimic signs of cancer and appropriate clinical examination with an ultrasound and blood tests may be needed. Please note that some sexually transmitted viruses (hpv) can cause anogenital cancers in either sexes.

Question 6

can you take doxycycline for testicular infection?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Plenty of alternatives.

Question 7

can excessive masturbation lead to testicular infection?

Accepted Answer

No: I am sorry that somebody told you something this foolish. You're enjoying your body too much when you're missing out on other things that you need to be doing as a young adult -- job, learning, friends, sports. If you are obsessed with erotica like this, get with your personal physician for some talk therapy ;/or medication -- this is fairly easy to treat. Best wishes.

Question 8

uvsound showed no torsion, varicocele or infection, but i am experiencing dramatic testicular shrinkage. what could it be, what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Could be: anatomic problems or hormonal imbalance, so you need to consult with a urologist or endocrinologist, probably both.

Question 9

hello. i have been having testicular pain in the right testical for around a month. i think i may also have a tooth infection. could this be the cause?

Accepted Answer

Highly unlikely: Testicular pain is always a cause for concern, particularly in a young male with no previous medical history.  You would need to do a self testicular examination and if the right testes feels lumpy or abnormally hard at certain places, then you would know that there is a problem.  Tumor, epidydimitis and testicular torsion are three things that would need proper diagnosis and treatment ASAP.

Question 10

i have had testicular pain for 5 years now. it's typically a 4 but spikes up to a 9. have ruled out torsion and any infection. i have had may ultasounds with no resolution. nobody can explain it. this current spike came with unusually saggy scrotum.

Accepted Answer

Testicular pain: Please ask your docs about Kegal exercises for men.  Do you ride a bike or wear boxer shorts?  There may be lifestyle choices that strain the area.  Are you especially anxious/tense in body?  Therapeutic massage (not of genitals but entire body otherwise) may also help.  Nerve damage?  See urologist or neurologist. Peace and good health.

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Can an ongoing testicular infection(s) of any kind be causative for a varicocele(s)?

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Diagnosed with left testicular hydrocele. i consulted 2 doctors, 1 said infection & prescribed medicines, 2nd said no infection. should i take med?

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What type of infection can cause testicular pain?

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Do epididymal or testicular infections lead to cancer?

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Can you take doxycycline for testicular infection?

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Can excessive masturbation lead to testicular infection?

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Uvsound showed no torsion, varicocele or infection, but i am experiencing dramatic testicular shrinkage. what could it be, what can i do?

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Hello. i have been having testicular pain in the right testical for around a month. i think i may also have a tooth infection. could this be the cause?

A member asked:

I have had testicular pain for 5 years now. it's typically a 4 but spikes up to a 9. have ruled out torsion and any infection. i have had may ultasounds with no resolution. nobody can explain it. this current spike came with unusually saggy scrotum.

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