What surgery is required for testicular cancer?
While surgeries can vary depending on stage and type of testicular cancer, below are the most common surgeries, including the required Inguinal Orchiectomy.Inguinal orchiectomy: A procedure to remove the entire testicle through an incision in the groin. A tissue sample from the testicle is then viewed under a microscope to check for cancer cells. (Thesurgeon […]
Why fertility preservation?
The removal of one testicle, coupled with other aspects of treatment,can mean a decrease in fertility. Before undergoing treatment, virtually all testicular cancer patients “bank” sperm, which is like donating to a sperm bank, only the sperm is for your future use. Not all testicular cancer survivors become infertile, but banking sperm is considered good “insurance” […]
How does testicular cancer feel?
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How testicular cancer spreads?
Early detection and treatment is key to preventing the spread of testicular cancer.When testicular cancer spreads, it most commonly spread to the lung and the lymph nodes of the chest, pelvis, and the base of the neck. More advanced stages may have spread to the liver and bones. Testicular cancer rarely spreads to the brain unless the primary […]
Why testicular cancer is caused?
A risk factor is anything that increases a person’s chance of developing cancer. Although risk factors often influence the development of cancer, most do not directly cause cancer. Some people with several risk factors never develop cancer, while others with no known risk factors do. However, knowing your risk factors and talking about them with yourdoctor may help […]
Why does testicular cancer cause infertility?
Although testicular cancer and the related treatments can cause infertility, it is important to note that testicular cancer does not always cause infertility, and many men go on to have healthy biological children of their own. We do advise that you discuss the possible side effects of testicular cancer and treatments options before starting your […]
What testicular cancer feels like?
Detecting testicular cancer can be done through a simple Testicular Cancer Self Exam (TSE). We recommend doing a TSE once a month in the shower – the warm water relaxes your scrotum and makes it easier to feel if there has been a change.
What are Testicular Cancer Symptoms?
The most common signs of testicular cancer are lumps, swelling and/or pain in a testicle or in your scrotum. Usually lumps are painless or mildly uncomfortable, so don’t wait to feel pain before seeing a urologist or family doctor. Swelling or enlargement of a testicle or your scrotum can happen without a lump present, so […]
What is Treatment Like?
Treatment of testicular cancer can vary. The stage of the cancer (how far along it is), whether it’s spread to other parts of the body, tumor size, family history and personal medical history all affect how treatment is approached.[2] We can’t stress this enough: the sooner you start working with a doctor, the easier your […]
Will I be Able to Have Kids?
The removal of one testicle, coupled with other aspects of treatment, can mean a decrease in fertility. Before undergoing treatment, virtually all testicular cancer patients “bank” sperm, which is like donating to a sperm bank, only the sperm is for your future use. Not all testicular cancer survivors become infertile, but banking sperm is considered good […]