Dr. Amar SinghQ: What should I do to make sure I don’t have testicular cancer? I have relatives who have had it.
A: A testicular self-exam is easy: Checking one at a time, hold the testicle between the thumbs and fingers of both hands and roll it gently between your fingers. Check one testicle at a time. Look and feel for any hard lumps or smooth, rounded bumps. Take notice of any change in size, shape or consistency. A small bump on the upper/middle outer side usually is normal. In time you’ll learn what’s normal for you and what’s not. And, of course, if you’re concerned by anything you feel, go see your physician.
– Dr. Amar Singh, UT Erlanger Urology; member, Chattanooga-Hamilton County Medical Society Medical Society
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