Suggest Treatment For Pain In The Testicles

Posted on Mon, 20 Mar 2017

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Question : I am 85 yo. I have been having moderate pain in my testicles when sitting in a soft chair or lying in bed. Also my testicles seem to be slightly swollen I have no noticeable pain my test ices when walking or moving around the house

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (41 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You should get Ultrasound of the scrotum.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
As per your description,pain and enlargement of the testicles could be due to infection.
Ultrasound scrotum will give a clue.
Till investigation,you can take pain killers.
If infection is suspected,you should take Antibiotic and Anti inflammatory tablets.
Please consult your doctor and proceed further.
Nothing to worry.
Hope i answered your query.If you have any questions,i will clarify further.
Wish you good health.
Regards

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