What is a testicle lump?
A testicle lump can be a symptom of injury, inflammation or infection. A testicle lump can result from swelling of the tissues or a cyst within the testicle. Injury leading to swelling is a common cause of a testicle lump. If there is injury or inflammation, the lump may be accompanied by pain, swelling or fever. Testicular torsion may lead to a lump in the testicle, which is associated with lightheadedness, nausea with or without vomiting, and pain. Depending on the cause, a testicle lump may occur in one or both testicles, but more commonly occurs in one testicle at a time.
Infections of the epididymis or the testicle are common causes of a testicle lump. A scrotal cyst (spermatocele) or varicose veins (varicocele) can result in a testicle lump. In rare cases, a testicle lump may be a symptom of testicular cancer, a condition most commonly associated with a painless lump. The viral infection mumps can lead to a testicle lump along with other symptoms, such as swollen salivary glands, sore throat, and fever. An inguinal hernia, in which abdominal contents protrude into the groin, can be mistaken for a testicle lump. The goal of the clinical evaluation is to identify the cause of the testicle lump.
In some cases, a testicle lump can be a sign of a serious condition called testicular torsion. Seek immediate medical care (call 911) for the sudden onset of severe pain and swelling in the testicle, which may be accompanied by nausea and vomiting.
Seek prompt medical care if you notice gradual enlargement of the testicle, discomfort, or redness.
What other symptoms might occur with a testicle lump?
A testicle lump may accompany other symptoms, which vary depending on the underlying disease, disorder or condition. Frequently, symptoms that affect the testicle may also involve other body systems.
Scrotum symptoms that may occur along with a testicle lumpA testicle lump may accompany scrotum symptoms including:
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What causes a testicle lump?
A testicle lump is a common symptom of injury, inflammation or infection. Testicle enlargement results from swelling of the tissues, a lump, or a cyst within the testicle. Injury leading to swelling is a common cause of testicle lump.
A testicle lump may occur in one or both testicles and it may be accompanied by pain, swelling or fever. Infections of the epididymis or testes can ... Read more about testicle lumpcauses