What is Testicular Cancer?

Testicular Cancer is the number one cancer killer of young men 15 through 35 years of age. Yet it is one of the least talked about forms of cancer and because of this the mortality rate is very high. Testicular cancer is very successfully treated if caught early but you need to know the early warning signs!

• Cancer that develops in one or both testicles in young boys and men.
• It is highly treatable.
• It is usually curable if caught early.

Risk Factors

• Ages 15 - 35
• Undesended testicle(s).
• Race & ethnicity - White males

Signs & Symptoms

• A lump, enlargement or swelling in either testicle.
• A feeling of heaviness in the scrotum.
• A dull ache in the abdomen or groin.
• Pain or discomfort in a testicle or scrotum.
• A sudden collection of fluid in the scrotum.
• Enlargement or tenderness of the breasts.
• Lower back pain.

Early Detection is Your Best Protection

• Don't ignore early signs & symptoms!

Treatment

• Surgery - as it usually doesn't involve both testicles, you still have one testicle for hormone & sperm production. Prosthesis implants that look and feel like a normal testicle are available.
• Chemotherapy
• Radiation Therapy