What Causes Unexplained Lumps In Testicle?

Posted on Thu, 16 Apr 2015

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Thu, 16 Apr 2015 Answered on

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Question : I can feel bumps/ lumps that feel like knots in the tube coming out of my left testicle - testicle itself is smooth. I am 66. Should I ask my doctor to check it or tell her about it ?

Answered by Dr. Kathy Robinson (14 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
ask doctor to check it

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for your question.
It sounds like you may have some cysts or problems in your epididymis. This can be just benign cysts or could be caused by infection so it is best to have your doctor check it just to be sure. If you have pain or fever be seen right away.
Regards,
Dr. Robinson

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Neel Kudchadkar

Follow up: Dr. Kathy Robinson (39 minutes later)

I suppose the answer was obvious - why on earth would I not have it checked ? The truth is that I'm a little concerned she might think this is trivial and that I am just looking for attention - especially in that embarrassing area and especially if I were to get unvoluntarily aroused.

Answered by Dr. Kathy Robinson (23 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
don't worry

Detailed Answer:
Doctors always want to check unexplained lumps and bumps. It is normal to feel embarrassed when asking someone to check something in the genital area. Trust that your doctor is a professional. If you get a erection, don't worry that is sometimes a normal reaction to someone examining your testicles.
Regards
Dr. Robinson

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Pradeep Vitta