My husband's left testicle hurts exspecially when he feels it. It is also swollen. I was looking online for answers and found something that said it could be testicular cancer. Any thoughts or commments on this. I know the logical thing would be to go to the docs but we can't get in right now so i thought i would come here for some information
2006-10-12 09:49:34 · 10 answers · asked by warmuswifey84 1 in Health ➔ Men's Health
my hubby had testicular cancer - he went in with the same complaint. Why give the possiblilty of cancer growing in him the chance, find a doc asap to see him. they will do an ultrasound and if it looks like a tumor then he will most likely lose his testicle. this isnt a problem, one testicle can maintain his hormone levels and depending on his age, he may get by with out both of them. Depending on the type of cancer, he will then have either chemo (mine didn't) or further surgery (mine did), they cut from diaphragm to just above the pubic hair line, this is to get to the lymph nodes along the back. Hubby had what they called a nerve sparing surgery which they could do since none of the lymph nodes showed cancer. Even tho, this is where you need to ask lots of questions, my hubby lost ejaculation, but still has erection and orgasm - we were lucky. Some may lose other functions some none, Depending on your age and family status, you may need to deposit sperm in a bank in case you want children and want to be certain you will be able to...
Bottom line - get to doc and ask lots of questions.
Good luck to you! - It's a very curable cancer.
2006-10-12 10:00:56 · answer #1 · answered by Rosie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You've already blown logic, and gone to that dark scary place of what if??? Could be testicular cancer, highly unlikely, since usually there are no signs and symptoms. Believe me sweetie, you are expending a great deal of emotional energy and grief, by trying and get your answer here. Go to the Emergency Room, if that is the only alternative. Take Care, hope this helps.
2006-10-12 09:53:55 · answer #2 · answered by Strawberry Pony 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok he need to getthe docs ASAP if its open go now if not first thing. Also if it has only just become swollen it could be something called testicular torsion which can be nasty and lead to the blood supply being cut off and the testicle ending up as dead tissue not nice. I could be something simple such as a strain but he needs to get it checked and fast!
2006-10-12 09:53:19 · answer #3 · answered by jhaod 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh yes, you can get in right now!! Just tell your doctor that you have an emergency that needs attention.People on this site are not licensed to give medical advice, nor do they know your husband and his medical history. More important, they do not know the problem at hand. SEE A DOCTOR, even if it means an emergency room visit.
Chow!!
2006-10-12 10:23:16 · answer #4 · answered by No one 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My husband gets epididymitis every once in a great while. He uses ice packs for the swelling and sometimes he will wear a "cup" for support. It usually goes away in two or three days. Good luck!
2006-10-12 09:57:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
should get checked out by a doctor doesn't sound good. Also u should look into if u guys r having rough sex. could be that. as i also experience some pain but it goes away after a few days.
2006-10-12 09:57:05 · answer #6 · answered by jay jay 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be an infection. He really needs to see a doctor for some reassurance. Don't take no for an answer, even if you have to make the appointement and drag him there.
2006-10-12 09:52:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to a Doctor as soon as possible it can be prostate cancer.
2006-10-12 09:55:24 · answer #8 · answered by spatz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mine was the same too but i was told it could be just a tube tied and up and it would loosen up by itself but mine was never swollen so i dont know what to tell u
2006-10-12 09:52:42 · answer #9 · answered by bigboss 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find a clinic or somewhere that he can get examined right away.
2006-10-12 09:51:55 · answer #10 · answered by beez 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋