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k about with anything like that - straight to the GP.Had this about 15yrs ago, turned out to be Variocele, which is the enlargement of the venous plexus, basically a varicose vein in the scrotum, normally on the left side, mine can ache for weeks on end then go without warning, not normally a need to operate in most cases, unless the blood supply becomes compromised, but defo get it checked as it could be something else ..
the_stoat said:
I had the same, scans etc were clear. Turns out my bicycle saddle needed the nose dropping a few degrees.
Worst part was bing told the scan was completely normal, I had always assumed my plums were magnificent.
Classic thing they don’t give a hoot about on the bikes at the gym!Worst part was bing told the scan was completely normal, I had always assumed my plums were magnificent.
CheesecakeRunner said:
I’ve looked up varicocele, the symptoms seem to fit quite well. Will be getting into the GP as soon as possible.
The pain you describe is exactly what I had and it turned out I had a varicocele. Always best to get these things checked out. I called the docs and was seen same day and referred on for a scan within a few days.
Was far less embarrassing then I expected too, all docs very mindful of modesty and I was invited to cover up my gentleman sausage while they had a rummage.
the_stoat said:
Hoofy said:
I read that 3 times thinking I was missing the euphemism. 
Just my passive aggressive rant about gyms thinking spin bike saddles should be nose up 
I'm off to design a rumble pack for spin bike saddles. This time next year, Rodders!
CheesecakeRunner said:
I’ve looked up varicocele, the symptoms seem to fit quite well. Will be getting into the GP as soon as possible.
Got this on the left side and had it for about 40yrs. No real issues the odd dull ache but noticeable undertaking rear entry with the aftershock of the forward slap. Some GPs don't seem too familiar where others can diagnose it straight away feeling the sac when you're stood up (lying down you won't find it).I had a ultrasound a few years back for an unrelated issue and the scanner gave me the news I've got another small one over the right side
In most cases they get left alone. The good news is, well for me, my ball sac has not stretched and descended to a point where I need to hoick it up or wear MC Hammer pantaloons.
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