Erm, right.
I seem to be suffering from a slightly embarrassing issue with bollock pain. It's just a dull ache that seems to come on every now and then, but it's quite irritating and understandably worrying. Now, I've got a horrendously scary doctor and I don't feel like getting it all out in front of him, so I thought I'd turn to the gallant men of Metropol on this issue.
Should I be worried about this and do you have any suggestions/stories?
Sorry about this.
A right pain in the bollocks.
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Gavin Scott
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Assuming it feels normal shaped and sized, you might have "twisted" one.
I've had a few pals who've had one of those, and it usually starts with an ache.
If that's what it is, you should see a doc, as it might need to be corrected - or alternatively they might say it will be fine in a few days.
I know seeing a doctor for this type of thing can seem pretty awful/intimidating - but protecting your crown jewels are worth blushing for a 20 minute appointment.
Maybe you should call NHS Direct (we call it NHS 24 in Scotland), but the number is easy to find. Describe your symptoms over the phone and they can probably tell you if it needs attention.
Take care.
I've had a few pals who've had one of those, and it usually starts with an ache.
If that's what it is, you should see a doc, as it might need to be corrected - or alternatively they might say it will be fine in a few days.
I know seeing a doctor for this type of thing can seem pretty awful/intimidating - but protecting your crown jewels are worth blushing for a 20 minute appointment.
Maybe you should call NHS Direct (we call it NHS 24 in Scotland), but the number is easy to find. Describe your symptoms over the phone and they can probably tell you if it needs attention.
Take care.
It is also a symptom of Testicular Cancer.
Now, before you click the link, it does show you (graphically) a man testing his testicles.
http://www.channel4embarrassingillnesse ... testicles/
If you can feel a lump, see a doctor, no matter how scary he is.
Now, before you click the link, it does show you (graphically) a man testing his testicles.
http://www.channel4embarrassingillnesse ... testicles/
If you can feel a lump, see a doctor, no matter how scary he is.
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tillyoshea
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I agree with the consensus, best to get it checked out by your GP.
If your personal GP is particularly scary, you could always ask to see a different one at the practice, or as Gav suggests, give NHS Direct a bell first - 0845 4647 - but I'm fairly sure they'll give you the same advice as us.
If your personal GP is particularly scary, you could always ask to see a different one at the practice, or as Gav suggests, give NHS Direct a bell first - 0845 4647 - but I'm fairly sure they'll give you the same advice as us.
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i have had the exact same problem. the gp was really professional and made me feel completely comfortable throughout the entire process.
he did have a good feel around, but it's nothing to worry about and it will put your mind at rest.
i'd twisted mine by lifting something very heavy up two flights of stairs on my own - it probably took a couple of months for the pain to completely go away.
he did have a good feel around, but it's nothing to worry about and it will put your mind at rest.
i'd twisted mine by lifting something very heavy up two flights of stairs on my own - it probably took a couple of months for the pain to completely go away.
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Isn't it nice we can discuss such things in public. A useful tip from me: always ask for more anestethic despite the bafflement of medical types.
The woman who was going to cut a mole off my back seemed most surprised that I could still feel her prodding away at me despite her putting a tiny amount of stuff in. If I was making it up how exactly could I tell you the exact moment you're prodding?
Silly woman.
Meanwhile the man who was due to give me a cytoscopy seemed most confused when I demanded a general anestethic because I did not want to be awake as they inserted a camera up my knob...
"But, but it's flexible!" he exclaimed, as if that would make it bettter.
Silly man.
The woman who was going to cut a mole off my back seemed most surprised that I could still feel her prodding away at me despite her putting a tiny amount of stuff in. If I was making it up how exactly could I tell you the exact moment you're prodding?
Silly woman.
Meanwhile the man who was due to give me a cytoscopy seemed most confused when I demanded a general anestethic because I did not want to be awake as they inserted a camera up my knob...
"But, but it's flexible!" he exclaimed, as if that would make it bettter.
Silly man.
"He has to be larger than bacon"
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Nick Harvey
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Totally agree Hyma. It applies to both drinks and anaesthetics. If a single will do, then have a double.
You must be getting close to being qualified to be the official MetroMedic, aren't you Mr O'Shea, or, sorry, Dr O'Shea? Where are you in the system now, about ST2?
You must be getting close to being qualified to be the official MetroMedic, aren't you Mr O'Shea, or, sorry, Dr O'Shea? Where are you in the system now, about ST2?
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I can certainly sympathise with that. Although the pain was dulled, I could feel every cut and stitch. To make matters worse, I had to lie facing a plain wall with a bright light casting a shadow on to it. Consequently I could see every move the doctor was making like some kind of creepy silhoutte horror film.Hymagumba wrote:The woman who was going to cut a mole off my back seemed most surprised that I could still feel her prodding away at me despite her putting a tiny amount of stuff in. If I was making it up how exactly could I tell you the exact moment you're prodding?
Silly woman.
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I'm FY2 at the moment, so you've promoted me a little bit... applying for Specialty Training as we speak!Nick Harvey wrote:You must be getting close to being qualified to be the official MetroMedic, aren't you Mr O'Shea, or, sorry, Dr O'Shea? Where are you in the system now, about ST2?