What could cause pain in the left testicle?

Answer 1

Could possibly have an infection. are there other problems? Does it burn when you urinate? Feel like pressure in the lower abd area? Any discharge from the penis? Hurt to have sex? if you answer yes, to any of these questions could be an infection but the best thing to do is to let someone check you over. Don't know where you live but the local health dept can check for infection.

Answer 2

Lots of things, from testicular torsion to cancer. Testicular pain is a serious symptom and the man should see a doctor asap for a diagnosis. Early diagnosis is important whether it is torsion or cancer.

Answer 3

It might be testicular torsion. This is where the blood supply to the testicle is twisted and shuts off. You would need to seek immediate medical care to prevent losing both the use of the testicle and necrosis.

If you notice a distinct bulging, and it seems to hurt more after eating, you may have a hernia. A portion of intestine has broken through the abdominal wall, and is pressing down on the testicle. Although not as dangerous as testicular torsion, it is still best to get it fixed, to prevent the intestine form getting damaged, especially if you play sports. his ligament could have snapped

Answer 4

it could be strain, like if you crushed it or whacked it on somthing, or it could be cancer if it is irregular in size or has a bumd or growth on it, if it does not go away after a few days i would consult doctor.

Answer 5

This sounds like it very likely is a hernia, particularly if there is any protrusion in the inguinal area on the left side. But either way, these type of symptoms need to be checked out by a doctor and cannot be diagnosed online.