Hello, I was struck repeatedly in my testicles in a fight until I lost consciousness about 8 months ago. I am a 49yo male police officer and this happened while I was on duty. I did not seek medical treatment at the time because I was too embarrassed. Since then I've had constant pain in my testicles. The swelling went away and the pain lessened, but I still feel pain. I take ibuprofen which helps, but sometimes the pain increases until I am doubled over, usually at the end of the day or when I am very tired. I use ice until the pain dies down when that happens.

I've been told I should go see a urologist, but I wanted to know if the pain might eventually go away by itself. This happened on duty and I'm concerned how it will affect my job and my insurance since it's 8 months later.I'm also concerned about taking any heavy painkillers because of my job also.

I don't have any other medical conditions and am in good health otherwise. Thanks.