Suggest Treatment For Pain And Inflammation Of The Left Testicle

Posted on Tue, 21 Mar 2017

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Tue, 21 Mar 2017 Answered on

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Question : Hello doctor
Query:The thing is sometimes I feel like my left testicle is bigger than the right one. At such times, I experience a hard pain in my left testicle and near the left kidney area too.
What can be the problem? How much serious is this matter?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Worthwhile to consult surgeon / urologist...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Both testis are not identical. Almost all men have unidentical testicles and one will always appear larger and lower than other. However if you experience pain along with size difference, it should be evaluated. Possibilities of torsion, infection / inflammation always exists. A good physical examination and if needed an ultrasound scan should be performed to identify the cause.

Pain from testicular region at times radiates to kidney area. Therefore it will be worthwhile to meet a surgeon or urologist and get evaluated.

Hope this helps.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar