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Testicle, Scrotum, and Groin Conditions

Testicle lump
A testicle lump involves swelling or a lump in the testicle(s).
Scrotal swelling
Scrotal swelling is abnormal enlargement of the scrotum (the sac that surrounds the testicles).
Testicle pain
Testicle pain is discomfort in one or both . The pain sometimes radiates to the lower abdomen.
Groin pain
Groin pain
Groin lump
A groin lump is localized swelling in the groin area. It may be firm or soft, tender or not painful at all.
Testicular cancer
Testicular cancer is an abnormal, rapid, and invasive growth of cancerous (malignant) cells in the testicles (male sex glands adjacent to the penis).
Testicular infection or torsion
Testicular infection or torsion
Varicocele
A varicocele is when the veins along the spermatic cord dilate (widen). The spermatic cord suspends the testicles in the scrotum.
Scrotal masses
A scrotal mass is a lump or bulge that can be felt in the scrotum, the sac that contains the testicles.
Orchitis
Orchitis is an inflammation of one or both of the , often caused by infection.
Epididymitis
Epididymitis
Jock Itch
Jock itch, also called tinea cruris or ringworm of the groin, is an infection of the groin area caused by fungi.
Hydrocele
A hydrocele is a fluid-filled sack along the spermatic cord within the .
Testicular torsion
Testicular torsion is the twisting of the spermatic cord, which cuts off the blood supply to the testicle and surrounding structures within the .

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