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What Causes A Lump On The Scrotum?
Question: My scrotum on my right side but not my testicles had a small lump I started pushing on it an the next day it started swelling and seem to be fluid it was and still painful but it because of pressure ulcerated and clear/slightly tinted fluid is draining and thats where it stands now it still hurts and there is a elongated lump or swollen vein i can move it around a little i am 68 yr old male with 5 stents in my heart and diabetes and high blood pressure.......My surgeries broke me and now on medicare I`m trying to get through hollidays before seeking help
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Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
Given that you have diabetes, I would recommend that you go in to be seen where a doctor would most likely do an incision and drainage of the affected area. I mention the diabetes because it can delay wound healing, and increase the likelihood of infection, especially if your blood sugar levels are not well controlled.
It does not sound infected yet, but I can't say for sure - it really needs to be seen. But if you absolutely can't go in to be seen, keep it clean, and soak in hot water at least twice a day. (Not so hot that you burn your skin, but pretty hot.) Alternatively, you can use a hot wet washcloth and keep reheating it with hot water then applying to the swelling. But don't push on the swelling/lump with the cloth.
Keep your blood sugars as normal as possible is the other thing to do.
Again, if possible, I'd prefer for you to go in to be seen in person given your history.
If the area becomes red and is spreading (and not related to the hot compresses) or produces pus, do not delay going in to be seen.
I hope this information helps.
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Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
Given that you have diabetes, I would recommend that you go in to be seen where a doctor would most likely do an incision and drainage of the affected area. I mention the diabetes because it can delay wound healing, and increase the likelihood of infection, especially if your blood sugar levels are not well controlled.
It does not sound infected yet, but I can't say for sure - it really needs to be seen. But if you absolutely can't go in to be seen, keep it clean, and soak in hot water at least twice a day. (Not so hot that you burn your skin, but pretty hot.) Alternatively, you can use a hot wet washcloth and keep reheating it with hot water then applying to the swelling. But don't push on the swelling/lump with the cloth.
Keep your blood sugars as normal as possible is the other thing to do.
Again, if possible, I'd prefer for you to go in to be seen in person given your history.
If the area becomes red and is spreading (and not related to the hot compresses) or produces pus, do not delay going in to be seen.
I hope this information helps.
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