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I'm 55 years old and noticed a lump in my scrotum after being hit in the groin during pick-up game of baseball? could this be testicular cancer or am i too old for that?

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Dr. Brian Lane answered

Unlikely: No age is too old for testicular cancer. It is probably just related to the accident and unlikely to be cancer. However, if it doesn't go away in a few days, i would suggest an ultrasound.

Dr Hadied and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/23/2016

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Could be: Should be checked by a urologist & by ultrasound. Good luck.

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/17/2012

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A member asked:

I'm 55 years old and noticed a lump in my scrotum after being hit in the groin during pick-up game of baseball? could this be testicular cancer or am i too old for that?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Brian Lane answered

Dr Hadied and another doctor agreed

Dr. George Klauber answered

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

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