Men’s health: Testicular Awareness

Cancer of your Testicles (Balls) can develop in men from the age of 15 years onwards
therefore you should not feel embarrassed to talk to your parents, friends or partners about
Testicular self examination.

Check your balls about once a month. If you have any concerns talk to your Doctor.
AFTER ALL IT’S YOUR HEALTH AT STAKE.

Watch a helpful video

Here’s a good video that tells you how to do an examination from ITV’s Lorraine Breakfast show.

Changes you should look out for:

  • Small hard painless lump
  • A dull ache
  • A testicle getting larger
  • One testicle feeling heavier than the other
  • Collection of fluid.

How to look after my balls

Check your balls about once a month.
Check for lumps
Check for swelling, and check to see is one ball is getting larger?
Do you have any pain or discomfort?
A good way to check yourself is in the shower, where you are warm.
Ask for help straight away if you find something wrong.
Don’t wait! Go and see your doctor straight away.

 

Don’t wait! Go and see your doctor straight away.

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