Testicular Pain
Testicular
pain is a common symptom. You wouldn't know that though, unless
you are a urologist or GP. Men only very rarely discuss their
testes with friends. It is happily, very,
unusual
for
there
to
be
a serious cause for testicular pain.
Pain
in the testicle can either be caused by local factors such as a previous
vasectomy, swelling in the scrotum or infection. Sometimes it is
caused by referred pain from a trapped nerve. People with this type
of pain often find that their testicular pain is worse when their
back is playing up.
The first step is to take care of your back if this is
causing problems. The next step is to try a simple pain killer such
as Paracetamol 1g four times a day for a fortnight. This is often enough
to break the cycle of pain.
It is essential that you examine your testes, please
see the rest of this part of the site for an explanation. If you are
worried or find an abnormaility get it checked by your doctor sooner
rather than later.
Only very rarely is pain in the testicle caused by testicular
cancer. If in doubt get yourself checked at your GP.
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