@doctorsood: Things Men Should Watch For Early recognition of testicular or groin changes can prevent serious complications. Here’s what each sign could mean and why you shouldn’t ignore it: ⚪ Hard, painless lump in testicle → Often the earliest sign of testicular cancer, which usually presents as a firm, painless lump on one side. It’s highly curable when caught early, so any new lump should be promptly evaluated by a doctor even if it doesn’t hurt (PMID: 26741128) 💡 Scrotal swelling that glows with light → may be fluid collection If a swelling transilluminates (light passes through it), it likely contains fluid, not a solid mass. Common causes are hydrocele or spermatocele, both benign fluid collections. Though often painless, these still need evaluation to confirm there’s no hidden mass underneath. (PMID: 32644551) ⚙️ Heavy scrotum with enlarged veins → sometimes varicocele A “bag of worms” feeling or heaviness, especially on the left side, can mean a varicocele, dilated veins that may affect fertility. Discomfort that improves when lying down should still be checked to confirm diagnosis and rule out other causes. (PMID: 28846314) 🔥 Painful scrotum with fever → may be infection Pain, swelling, redness, and fever point to epididymitis or orchitis, infections that can threaten fertility if untreated. These need urgent evaluation to rule out testicular torsion, a surgical emergency. Prompt antibiotics and rest can prevent complications. (PMID: 29262236) ⚠️ Groin bulge worse with coughing → often a hernia A bulge that enlarges when you cough or strain suggests a hernia, tissue pushing through a weak abdominal wall. It may flatten when lying down but won’t go away on its own. Early surgical review prevents strangulation of trapped tissue (PMID: 23939566) Follow @doctorsoood to improve your health IQ and for similar content. #menshealth #testicularcancer #hernia #varicocele #epididymitis #urology #healthawareness #health #medical

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