Why does a doctor grab your testicles during a physical?

Question

does this happen to every one or is my doctor molesting me

Answer 1

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It's part of a man's physical exam.The doctor is checking for growths and abnormalities,it's called palpation;your doctor would be delinquent if he did not do this .

Answer 2

He is checking for lumps, weight, and size. Also, for hardness. As you get older they soften up into almost nothing. (around 60)

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retired biology teacher

Answer 3

he's checking to see if you have any cancer lumps on your balls. it happens to everyone.

Answer 4

checking for lumps...but of course, there is that odd doctor who takes advantage...be alert

Answer 5

He could be checking for lumps (testicular cancer). More commonly it's accompanied by the "turn your head and cough" in which case he's checking for hernia (your guts in the wrong places, essentially) he can tell by how it feels as you cough. If, however, you sensed anything sexual or abusive in nature, you should report him and find a new doctor.