Re: Small Lump on Testical

Posted By PeterK on May 01, 1998 at 13:34:11:

In Reply to: Re: Small Lump on Testical posted by Doug Bank on April 30, 1998 at 17:06:07:






Two monthes ago, I discovered a small lump on my right testical. I am a white male, 44 years of age and in good health. The only cancer in my family history that I know of is my dad had prostate cancer and was able to have it treated at it's earliest stages.  There is slight discomfort when I press on the lump and it is about the size of a BB. There is soreness only when I am sitting or lying down. If this is just a cyst, what are the treatments or if in might be the beginning of testical cancer, what should I do?
I am not a doctor, so keep checking back for the doctors response.
Nevertheless, I have had testicular cancer. It presented as a painless lump about the size of a BB. You did not describe the location of this lump, but it really makes no difference. Anything like this should be examined by a medical professional. In this case, I STRONGLY urge you to go see a doctor, preferably a urologist, as soon as possible. In my personal opinion, this is one of those times that you make an appointment for the first available opening. Do not wait until it is convenient. In fact, when you make the appointment, tell the secretary why you are coming to see the doctor - you might get to see the doctor sooner.
I am sorry if I am scaring you. It is true that you may very well not have cancer. However, anything that can be described as a lump the size of a BB on the testicle is worth a quick trip to the doctor.
Again, in my opinion, that is what you should do. Once you know what it is, we can discuss the next steps. If it is cancer, don't worry too much because testicular cancer is very curable.
By the way, most of the literature on testicular cancer says that it is the most common cancer among men 15 to 35. That is essentially true. But it does not mean that you can't get it if you are older than 35.
Good Luck!