Doctors note signs not to ignore when checking testicles

Dr Hilary Jones, a GP based in the UK, said it was important for men to check their testicles for any abnormalities or lumps. Testicular cancer can occur at any age, but is most common between the ages of 15 and 45.

It can be difficult to examine the scrotum yourself, because it consists of veins, vas deferens, testicles, nerves, and sometimes fluids.

Hilary Jones stressed: Men need to know what their testicles look like and get checked if they notice any unusual changes. It is important to know that one testicle usually sits lower than the other. They are often different sizes and there are often small lumps, growths and often just cysts or fluid collections.

But if you notice any unusual changes or find a painless lump on your testicle, go to the hospital for a check-up.

According to Hilary Jones, it is really difficult to examine the scrotum, because it includes veins, vas deferens, testicles, nerves and sometimes fluids there.

See your doctor immediately if you notice any symptoms lasting longer than 2 weeks or feel suspicious.

Varicocele: Worm-like swellings are usually the tubes that carry sperm or the veins that dilate, called a varicocele. This is a normal part of the testicles.

The type of swelling that can warn of testicular cancer: It's a smooth, clear lump, usually a smooth or bumpy lump on the testicle itself rather than around it, according to Mirror .

Other symptoms of testicular cancer

In addition to swelling or lumps, according to the Mayo Clinic (USA), other signs of testicular cancer include:

• Heavy feeling in scrotum
• Dull pain in the lower abdomen or groin
• Sudden swelling in the scrotum
• Pain or discomfort in the testicles or scrotum
• Swelling or pain of breast tissue
• Back-ache
• Usually testicular cancer occurs in only one testicle.

When should I see a doctor?

Get your testicles checked right away if you notice any symptoms lasting longer than two weeks, including pain, swelling, or lumps in your testicles or groin area, according to the Mayo Clinic .

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