Aug 18, 2016 03:53 PM By Dana Dovey A quick feel of the testicles can tell a doctor much about a man's health. read more
If you're uncomfortable with a woman examining your testicles like that, let them know and they would understand your concern; they may be able to find a male doctor to do that. Doctor's aren't always women; perhaps there are just more who were available to work at the clinic or hospital where you get your physicals. read more
The doctor checks the testicles and the area around them to make sure everything is healthy and that a guy doesn't have any problems, like a hernia. Your doctor can teach you how to check your testicles yourself (called a testicular self-exam) so you can learn what's normal and what changes to be aware of that might need to be checked out, like lumps or swelling. read more