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- Fri Jun 26, 2020 10:40 am
- Forum: The Urology Foundation - Testicular Health
- Topic: Support underwear
- Replies: 1
- Views: 858
Re: Support underwear
Boxer shorts probably aren't going to provide the appropriate support. I understand that the correct technical description is probably "briefs" which should be available from most department stores. I don't think that you need to be spending too much money!
- Fri Jun 26, 2020 10:32 am
- Forum: The Urology Foundation - Testicular Health
- Topic: lump below testicle
- Replies: 1
- Views: 647
Re: lump below testicle
Thank you for the useful information. Given your age, this is unlikely to be anything serious, since serious testis problems tend to occur in younger men. It is entirely possible that this has arisen in someway as a consequence of the vasectomy. However, it would be sensible to get it checked out wi...
- Fri Jun 26, 2020 10:28 am
- Forum: The Urology Foundation - Testicular Health
- Topic: Passing water
- Replies: 1
- Views: 694
Re: Passing water
There are lots of causes of the symptoms that you describe. In older men it can be related to prostate enlargement. There are several things that can be done, but the best treatment does depend upon what the cause of the trouble is. It would be best to see your doctor who will be able to look into t...
- Fri Jun 26, 2020 10:24 am
- Forum: The Urology Foundation - Testicular Health
- Topic: Numbness
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1092
Re: Numbness
It is unlikely to be anything serious, especially since you can identify no swellings, pain or lumps. However, it would be sensible to get this checked out with your doctor, when you are able.
- Fri Jun 26, 2020 10:21 am
- Forum: The Urology Foundation - Testicular Health
- Topic: Fertility problems?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 773
Re: Fertility problems?
Men who have a history of undescended testicles are more likely to have problems with fertility. However the severity is variable and a bit unpredictable and some men are able to father children. There is some evidence that surgery to "bring down" the testicles can help to maintain fertili...
- Fri Jun 26, 2020 10:16 am
- Forum: The Urology Foundation - Testicular Health
- Topic: trauma to testicle and lump
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1133
Re: trauma to testicle and lump
From the story that you describe, the most likely explanation is that there was some initial internal bruising, which has turned into a small residual lump. There are other possible explanations, but a reaction to the injury is the most likely. It does need to be checked out by a doctor and you will...