Re: Hard Lump

Posted By HFHS M.D.-SAL on December 04, 1998 at 15:05:04:

In Reply to: Hard Lump posted by Ray on December 03, 1998 at 15:38:36:






I have a hard lump on my right testicle that causes a throbing pain
from time to time.  Also I don't know if this is realted but I also
have lower back pain that is persistent in everything I do. The pain in
the testicle comes and goes, however heat will help release some of
the pain but only temporary.  Please respond soon and let me know what
you may think in your professional opinion this may be and if you
beleive this warrants a visit to the doctors office.  If you'd like
email me r_robicheaux***@****
Thanks




Dear Ray,
There is no question in my mind that you need to see a urologist next week at the latest. Certainly you may have epididymitis (infection/inflammation of the epididymis which in itself can be serious), but you may have a testicular cancer and of course is a much greater concern and needs to be treated as soon as possible.
This information is provided for general medical information purposes only. Please consult  your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition. The Henry Ford Hospital Department of Urology has experience in the evaluation and treatment of problems such as you describe. We would be most interested in helping you. You can reach us through our toll-free number (1-800-653-6568). We can also arrange local accommodations through this number if this is  your need. Please bring any x-rays [and pathology slides] (not just the reports) as well as any physicians notes and lab test results that you may be able to obtain. These will help us greatly.
Best of luck!
Sincerely,
HFHS M.D.-SAL
*keyword: testis cancer, epididymitis