Testicular Examination and Testicular Self-Examination (TSE)

How To Prepare

No special preparation is needed before a testicular examination by your health professional. However, for comfort, you should empty your bladder ahead of time. You may be asked to undress and put on a hospital gown.

Testicular self-examination (TSE) is painless and takes only a minute. It is best performed after a bath or shower, when the scrotal muscles are warm and relaxed.

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Author:	Douglas Dana Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS	Last Updated: April 17, 2007
Medical Review:	Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine Avery L. Seifert, MD - Urology Andrew Swan, MD, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine
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