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| It is so important men are comfortable and confident checking themselves on a regular basis. That's why I want to share my own personal experience.
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| It is so important men are comfortable and confident checking themselves on a regular basis. That's why I want to share my own personal experience. (Thread)
Back in early January, I noticed a new lump on my testicle and thanks to the amazing work of @myoddballs and @NTSUvpCOMMUNITY on men's health (including adding signs on how to check yourself in the SU loos)
I was aware of 1. The need to check and 2. How to check myself
I was aware of 1. The need to check and 2. How to check myself
After discovering the lump I called my doctor and thanks to the unbelievable NHS I had an appointment in less than 24 hours (5th Jan)
The doctor was reassuring and the whole experience was a breeze. As a precaution, I was referred for an ultrasound which took place on 25th Jan
The doctor was reassuring and the whole experience was a breeze. As a precaution, I was referred for an ultrasound which took place on 25th Jan
Fast forward to the 1st Feb and my scan came back normal and I'm all good 
Although a very anxious few weeks during a crazy stressful January the whole process was quick, easy and reassuring. It is vital men do not feel ashamed or a stigma when it comes to getting checked
Although a very anxious few weeks during a crazy stressful January the whole process was quick, easy and reassuring. It is vital men do not feel ashamed or a stigma when it comes to getting checked
Hopefully, in sharing this more men will feel comfortable talking about regularly checking themselves. I've attached a 'how-to' below.
Check yourself and look after yourself
Check yourself and look after yourself
