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Complications

By Mayo Clinic staff

Not all scrotal masses result in long-term complications. However, any mass that affects the health or function of the testicle can lead to:

  • Delayed or poor development during puberty
  • Infertility
Preparing for your appointment Risk factors
References
  1. Montgomery JS, et al. The diagnosis and management of scrotal masses. Medical Clinics of North America. 2011;95:235.
  2. Wampler SM, et al. Common scrotal and testicular problems. Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice. 2010;37:613.
  3. Tiemstra JD, et al. Evaluation of scrotal masses. American Family Physician. 2008;78:1165.
  4. Trojian TH, et al. Epididymitis and orchitis: An overview. American Family Physician. 2009;79:583.
  5. Hagerty JA, et al. Pediatric scrotal masses. Clinical Pediatric Emergency Medicine. 2009;10:50.
  6. Testicular self-exam. American Cancer Society. http://www.cancer.org/cancer/testicularcancer/moreinformation/doihavetesticularcancer/do-i-have-testicular-cancer-self-exam. Accessed May 10, 2011.
DS00410 July 14, 2011

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