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My 13 yr old son has a firm pimple like lump on his testicle on the skin. i do not see any ingrown hairs or puss buildup. the lump is firm, hurts when pressure is applied to it and alittle itchy .

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Dr. Bhupendra Tolia answered

It : It sounds like sebacious cyst.If it is painful, it might be an abscess and should be examined by a doctor.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 7/14/2017

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Dr. Patricio Gargollo answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Is : Is there a lot of redness around it? It may be a little abscess. Have him take a couple of hit baths. If it does not get better or if the redness spreads take him to his pediatrician.

Answered 3/15/2017

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A member asked:

My 13 yr old son has a firm pimple like lump on his testicle on the skin. i do not see any ingrown hairs or puss buildup. the lump is firm, hurts when pressure is applied to it and alittle itchy .

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Bhupendra Tolia answered

Dr Ali agreed

Dr. Patricio Gargollo answered

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