Young Men's Health
Since I started running track, my testicles are sometimes sore after I run a long distance. I wear briefs- is there something else I should be doing to help support them? Should I be worried about injuring myself?When playing sports, safety should always come first, and that includes wearing the right gear. It sounds like your testicles might be getting irritated from all the movement while you’re … read more
Articles Tagged: testicles
Is it possible to safely stretch your balls? I’m very happy with the size of my penis but my ball sack is super tight to my body. It’s embarrassing in the locker room and when I’m intimate. Don’t want to do any damage but wish they hung lower.
Thanks for your question. Many people wonder about the size of their penis, testicles, and scrotum. It’s great that you’re happy with your penis size, and this suggests that your … read more
Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer is the most common solid tumor affecting young men between the ages of 15 and 35 years old. It’s important to know it only affects 1-2% of sex-assigned … read more
I know that the penis and testicles retract when it’s cold outside, but why do mine do it even when it’s warm? Am I simply more sensitive?
Thanks for your question. Testicles sit in the scrotum to help them maintain a healthy temperature that is cooler than the rest of the body. This is why they are … read more
Where is sperm made and stored in the body? What about semen? Isn’t sperm the “swimmers” and semen the overall name for all what comes out? Don’t testicles make both, but prostate makes seminal fluid? So confused!
Thanks for your questions. Lots of people have questions about sperm and semen, and how they are made. Sperm is the male gamete or sex cell. Sperm contain the genetic … read more
I’m 14 and all my friends’ penises have grown, even those 1-2 years younger than me (as teenagers the conversation often drifts there). My testicles haven’t grown yet, and my penis is still skinny. Is there hope or do I need to accept my size? Help.
Thanks for your question. Many people wonder about whether their penis and testicles are growing normally. During puberty those who are sex-assigned at birth males will notice their testicles (or … read more