Finasteride and side effects

2026-07-30 09:21:54
Sir I have taken finasteride for only six days now my ed and ejaculation is ok and swelling is gone. But sometimes when i check my testicles it appears big and some time time small. Is there anything concerning. I have also met general surgeon in my area he said there is nothing concerning. But when I search my symptoms in gemini/chatgpt it says testicular cancer. It has made me anxious I am unable to work
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The reassuring part of your history is that: You took finasteride for only 6 days. Your erectile dysfunction has resolved. Your ejaculation is back to normal. The swelling has gone. A general surgeon examined you in person and found nothing concerning. Regarding your testicles appearing larger at some times and smaller at others: this is usually normal. The scrotum naturally changes size throughout the day because the muscles in the scrotal wall contract and relax to regulate the temperature of the testicles. It can look: Smaller and tighter in cold weather, after exercise, or during anxiety. Larger and more relaxed in warm weather, after a hot shower, or when you are relaxed. This does not suggest testicular cancer by itself. Why your internet search is making you anxious Online symptom checkers often list serious conditions because they are designed to be comprehensive, not because those conditions are the most likely explanation. Testicular cancer typically presents with: A firm, painless lump in the testicle. Persistent enlargement of one testicle, not one that changes size throughout the day. A feeling of heaviness in the scrotum that does not come and go. A normal physical examination by a doctor is much more reliable than trying to match symptoms from internet searches.
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Perform a monthly testicular self-examination after a warm shower, when the scrotum is relaxed. You're checking for new, firm lumps, not for small day-to-day changes in size. Also, try to avoid repeatedly checking your testicles multiple times a day. Frequent checking often increases anxiety and makes normal variations seem abnormal. From what you've shared, your recovery after stopping finasteride is reassuring, and the normal examination by your surgeon is a strong positive sign. If your anxiety is becoming so intense that you are unable to work, it may help to discuss this with your doctor as well. Health anxiety itself can become very distressing, even when there is no serious physical illness, and it is something that can be effectively managed. Thank you

Answered2026-07-30 12:55:42

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Based on your description, this does not sound typical of testicular cancer. Testicles normally appear slightly bigger or smaller depending on temperature and muscle contraction. If a surgeon examined you and found nothing concerning, that's reassuring. Avoid repeated internet searches, and see a urologist only if you notice a persistent hard lump, increasing swelling, or pain.

Answered2026-07-30 12:15:57

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No need to worry, first stop searching for ur issue online Now tell me 1) now is there any swelling? 2) is there any pain? What medicine u have taken?
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Answered2026-07-30 12:07:06

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Answered2026-07-30 11:45:37

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This is unlikely to be testicular cancer. Testicle size can normally vary due to temperature and muscle contraction. Since your surgeon's examination was normal, that's reassuring
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Answered2026-07-30 11:39:49

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Please consult

Answered2026-07-30 11:07:14

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Don't panic sir.. Take proper counselling to clear ur doubt...

Answered2026-07-30 09:53:17

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Based on your complaint it is not testicular cancer. Testicular cancer usually presents as a persistent,painless hard lump or continuous enlargement rather than intermittent changes in size. Continue follow-up with your treating doctor. Seek urgent medical attention if you develop a hard painless lump,persistent swelling,severe pain,redness,fever. One more thing up down testicles is a physiological process. Avoid repeatedly checking your testicles and relying on internet search as this often increase your anxiety.

Answered2026-07-30 09:40:00

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Hi, consult online for questions regarding the same

Answered2026-07-30 09:31:52

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