Question

how to do a testicular self - exam (tse)
the american cancer society recommends that males
perform a testicular self - exam once a month:

1. stand in front of a mirror and check for swelling.

examine each testicle with both hands. roll the testicle
gently between the thumbs and forefingers.

1. cancerous lumps usually are found on the side of the

testicle but can appear on the front. find the epididymis,
the soft tube behind each testicle. become familiar with
it so that you wont mistake it for a lump.

1. consult a health professional if you find a lump, or if

you experience swelling or pain. lumps do not always
indicate the presence of cancer.
male reproductive system problems
some problems of the male reproductive system are listed
below. males need to watch for the signs of the following
problems, including infections from stds:
. inguinal hernia. an inguinal hernia occurs when part
of the intestines pushes through a tear in the abdominal
wall. inguinal hernias can be caused by straining the
abdominal muscles. they can also be caused by lifting
heavy objects. symptoms may include a lump in the
groin near the thigh, pain in the groin, or blockage of the
intestine. surgery can repair the tear in the muscle wall.
. sterility. sterility is the inability to reproduce. this can
result from too few sperm or sperm of poor quality.
sterility can be caused by exposure to x - rays or other
radiation, toxic chemicals, or lead. drugs, diseases such
as mumps and stds, and hormonal imbalances can also
play a role.
. testicular cancer. testicular cancer occurs most often in
males between the ages of 14 and 40. testicular cancer
can be treated with surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy, if
it is detected early.
. prostate problems and prostate cancer. prostate
problems and prostate cancer may occur later in life.
the prostate gland can become enlarged as a result of an
infection, a tumor, or age. prostate cancer that is detected
early can usually be treated.

Explanation:

For question 4, it is important to know where the epididymis is during a testicular exam to avoid mistaking it for a lump. For question 5, three factors that can cause sterility are exposure to X - rays or other radiation, toxic chemicals or lead, and diseases such as mumps.

Answer:

1. To avoid mistaking it for a lump.
2. Exposure to X - rays or other radiation, toxic chemicals or lead, diseases such as mumps.