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Q: Information about the epididymis

asked by: DoctorQuestion on February 6th, 2009

i seem to have what i thing is varicose veins in the left side of my testicle,,i also have a lump like thing on the top of my right testicle but it is really soft like a bit of extra skin???? my intake for the army is in september and i dont want this to affect this?????? ,, i know i need to go to the doctor but dont want to tell my parents,,thinking of getting appointment and seeing what gp has to say first??? xx please help x

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Dr. Goce Aleksovski , MD

replied on February 9th, 2009

Testicles Answer A5701

According to the data you provide, you might have touched the epididymis. The epididymis is a tube that is located on the top and the back of the testicles. It is responsible for final maturation of the spermatozoids and acts more like a container. It might be inflamed, but a pain is usually present. However, you might want to visit your family doctor to rule out more serious conditions.

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