Testicular cancer in a fear that many men face on a daily basis, the disease is scary and often not too much information is known by every man. Although the cause of testicular cancer is not known this article will take a look at some of the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer so that it can be caught early. Catching cancer in its early stages will help broaden your chance of survival by a tremendous amount. This article will look at 10 signs and symptoms as well as risk factors of testicular cancer. If you have any of these symptoms do not panic, see a doctor immediately. Testicular cancer is very treatable, especially so in the early stages.
1. Between the ages of 18-39?
Many men do not realize that testicular cancer affects young men more than anyone else. Self examinations as well as regular physicals can help catch testicular cancer early when it is still treatable.
2. Lump around one or both testicles?
Although it may be painless any lump around one or both testicles should be checked out by a doctor immediately. This is the most common symptom so do not ignore it hoping it will just go away.
3. Male Breast Growth or Tenderness
Male breast growth as well as tenderness in the breast area can be a rare symptom of testicular cancer; this symptom should be checked out anyway because it can also be a symptom of male breast cancer.
When the cancer spreads the victim will often experience Lower Back Pain which is attributed to testicular cancer.
5. Lower sex drive and male breast enlargement
Much like #3 in this list when the testicular cancer tumor is present there is often a lower sex drive as well as male breast growth.
6. Testicle getting abnormally larger?
If you notice one or more testicles having abnormal growth this could be a major symptom of testicular cancer which should be looked at immediately.
7. Heaviness in the scrotal area?
Are you feeling any abnormal heaviness in the scrotum? This can be a very visible symptom; the victim will have a pulling sensation which is noticeable and should be looked at by a doctor.
8. Pain in the scrotal region
Pain which can come and go or stay constant in the scrotal region can be a very serious sign of testicular cancer. This pain will even if it comes and goes should be checked out as soon as possible by a medical professional.
9. Are you a white male?
Unfortunately if you are a white male you have a higher risk of getting testicular cancer than any other race. Testicular cancer is on the rise, so make sure to do self examinations every week.
10. Any loss in one or both testicles
Although swelling of one or both testicles is a symptom of testicular cancer the loss in size of the testicles can also be a symptom. Included is the following link that shows how to properly do a self examination that checks for testicular cancer: http://tcrc.acor.org/tcexam.html.
Sources:
http://www.tc-cancer.com/signs.html – Signs and symptoms of testicular cancer
http://menshealth.about.com/od/cancer/a/Testes_cancer.htm – Signs and symptoms of testicular cancer
