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Should men do testicular self exams? should men have testicles examined by the doctor as well or is that not needed if they do self exams?

Q: should men do testicular self exams? should men have testicles examined by the doctor as well or is that not needed if they do self exams?

: I feel it's a good practice to self examine your testicles, but they should also be examined by the physician during your annual physical even if you have no symptoms.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

I feel it's a good practice to self examine your testicles, but they should also be examined by the physician during your annual physical even if you have no symptoms.

Dr Ferranti and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/27/2021

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A member asked:

Should men do testicular self exams? should men have testicles examined by the doctor as well or is that not needed if they do self exams?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Ferranti and another doctor agreed

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