Saturday, May 22, 2010

So here it is from the beginning

This is the story about how I got to where I am today. Its a 35 yr history that I am only sharing the last week of with you. Its the most relevant to this blog and the information you are seeking. I have had what I thought was a swollen testicle for the last few months. I figured it wasn't a big deal and the swelling would go down. I am married and am 100% devoted to my beautiful wife so I have never been unfaithful. I knew it wasnt a STD so I chalked it up to my poor diet over the last 35 years. As of January 2010, I was severly overweight and had to do something about it. I have dropped over 40 lbs since then but thats not the important part. Point is: I had no idea why my testicle had swollen up as much as it did. The general practitioner I went to see before being referred to a urologist measured the testicle as 17X13 CM. Its about the size of a lemon. He did not give me very much information so I was left with no answers and many more questions than I went in with. I met with a urologist on the following Tuesday. That is important to know so you will see how quickly everything progressed. After his examination, I had to get an ultrasound done on the testicle. My follow up appointment with the urologist was that Friday to review the results of the ultrasound and to determine the next step. On Wednesday morning, before 9:00 AM, the doctors office was calling me telling me to come in immediately. And that I should bring my wife with me. Holy Cow was I freaking out !!! That afternoon prior to my appointment was the longest of my life. Time really slowed down and my anxiety sped up. Not a good combination !!!

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