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Why Is Size On One Testicle Smaller Than The Other?

Whats up, I m 16 years old and in the past few years I ve noticed that one testicle is fairly larger than the other. They dont hurt, but when handled roughly there is a discomfort. I have read that it could be testicular cancer. Is this true? I m to young to have to deal with cancer.
Thu, 28 Aug 2014
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I have gone through your query.It is usual that 1 testicle hangs lower than other and a small size difference.But there wont be much difference in size.If there is much difference in size or pain then you should get a physical examination by general surgeon.In such case it can be a hydrocele or orchitis. Testicular cancer can occur in any age after 15 and most common in not natural descended testes.You can try a self testes exam for lump or hardness after a warm shower.If any such mass is noticeable then a ultrasound examination helps you rule out that.Hope this may help you.
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Why Is Size On One Testicle Smaller Than The Other?

Hi Thank you for asking HCM I have gone through your query.It is usual that 1 testicle hangs lower than other and a small size difference.But there wont be much difference in size.If there is much difference in size or pain then you should get a physical examination by general surgeon.In such case it can be a hydrocele or orchitis. Testicular cancer can occur in any age after 15 and most common in not natural descended testes.You can try a self testes exam for lump or hardness after a warm shower.If any such mass is noticeable then a ultrasound examination helps you rule out that.Hope this may help you. Let me know if you have any further query.