Seminiferous Tubules?

Question

Hey all,

Last week i found something strange on my left testicle, near the top. It feels like a piece of thick skin-like string with a ball on the end.

I went to my GP and he checked me out and said everything was fine and that it was my seminiferous tubules. He said there was one on the right testicle but it was significantly smaller than the left one at the moment.

I was just wondering if anyone could explain what is actually happening with the seminiferous tubules, as i didn't get the chance to ask my GP and would like to know as i am studying Biology.

Thanks a lot

Answer 1

Have you tried googling the term? If your doctor didn't seem concerned, then you should be fine -- ask about it on your next visit.