Thanks for your question. As an athlete, you may be used to dealing with intermittent pain. Good for you for listening to your body and recognizing this is not normal. … read more
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Since pool water chemicals and high temperatures kill sperm can my gf and I have sex in a hot tub without her getting pregnant?
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My right ball and right side (a bit above my hip) hurts for absolutely no reason. What do I do? I’m scared to tell my parents!
Thanks for your question. Testicular pain can cause lots of worry. Sometimes pain in your scrotum (sac that contains your testicles) can be “referred” or spread to your lower abdomen … read more