Swollen testicle: A cause for concern?
Swollen testicle: A cause for concern?QuestionMy husband noticed swelling in one of his testicles. What causes a swollen testicle? Should we be concerned? AnswerA swollen testicle or scrotum with no other signs or symptoms can have many causes. These include:
Typically, a testicular tumor is very firm to the touch and painless. Testicular tumors are most common in young men between the ages of 20 and 40 years old. Swelling caused by fluid accumulation or enlarged blood vessels is usually soft and compressible. Even if your husband has no pain, he should be evaluated by a doctor to determine the cause of the swelling. RelatedLast Updated: 07/28/2006 © 1998-2013 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). All rights reserved. A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. "Mayo," "Mayo Clinic," "MayoClinic.com," "Mayo Clinic Health Information," "Reliable information for a healthier life" and the triple-shield Mayo logo are trademarks of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.
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