Testicular Cancer

Testicular Cancer is form of cancer that originates in the testicles of the male reproductive system. With a 95% cure rate if caught in the early stages, doctors recommend frequent self-examination of the testis to ensure early detection.
Fast FactsNational Cancer Institute: [http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/sites-types/testicular Testicular Cancer: Questions and Answers]
1. Cure rate: Over 90%
2. 8,000 new cases per year (U.S.)
3. Causes 390 deaths per year (U.S.)
4. Constitutes 1% of all male cancers in the U.S.
5. Most prominent among Caucasians age 15-34
6. Seminoma represents 40% of all casesTC-Cancer.com: The Facts on Testicular Cancer
7. Higher risk of contraction for people with undescended testiclesTC-Cancer.com: The Facts on Testicular Cancer
Symptoms
1. A lump in the testis
2. Fluid buildup in scrotum
3. Shrunken testicle
4. Enlarged testicle
5. Pain in the testicle or scrotum
6. Aching in the lower abdomen, back or groin
7. Heavy feeling in scrotum
Treatment
Survivors
- Lance Armstrong
- John Kruk
- Mike Lowell
- Tom Green
- Dan Abrams
- Richard Belzer
- Scott Hamilton
- Frank Church
Disclaimer

The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have Testicular Cancer, please consult your doctor.

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