Patient's question:
Male, 21 years old, recently discovered that the left testicle is larger than the right while taking a bath. Upon touching it with his hand, he noticed a cluster of things on the upper part of the testicle, resembling earthworms. After researching online, some people said it could be varicocele, while others said it might be testicular cancer. What should he do?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that you seek a follow-up consultation with the urology department for a clear diagnosis. First, testicular cancer is usually characterized by a testicular mass, or accompanied by testicular pain, or accompanied by discomfort symptoms in the testicle. It is suggested that you undergo a color Doppler ultrasound examination for a definitive diagnosis. The testicle can be cured, but the treatment period is generally long, and there is a high risk of recurrence after treatment. Therefore, during treatment, medication should be used according to the symptoms, and patients should maintain a light diet, avoid stimulating foods, and not smoke or drink alcohol.