You will feel the smooth bump, or epididymis, which covers the top, back, and bottom of each testicle. Gently separate it from the testicle with your finger and feel the testicle itself. If you find a hard usually painless mass in either testicle, you should see a doctor promptly. At first, such a mass might feel like a piece of gravel or a peanut. It is important to have regular checkups with your doctor.
Regular checkups are especially important for men who have had an undescended testicle.
Any lump in the scrotum, pain or discomfort, or enlargement of the breasts should be reported to the doctor right away. After treatment the doctor will recommend monthly checkups for the first year, then less often for the next 2 years, to see if the cancer has returned. It is important to follow the doctor's recommendations so that any recurrence can be spotted early. Most recurrences take place in the first 2 years after treatment. Developed by Clinical Reference Systems.