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Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer is a cancer located in the testes, part of the male reproductive system. The most common symptom is testicular pain.
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When was testicular cancer first discovered?
Nobody 'developed' it ! It is a genetic mutation of the body - not some 'invented' disease.
What are the Symptoms of testicular cancer?
The most common symptom of testicular cancer is a lump, or swelling, in one of your testicles. Testicular lumps are most commonly found on either the front, or the side, of the testicle. They often feel like a hard, pea-sized swelling. Testicular cancer can also cause other symptoms, including: * a dull ache, or sharp pain, in your testicles, or scrotum, which may come and go, * a feeling of heaviness in your scrotum, * a dull ache in your lower abdomen, * a sudden collection of fluid in your scrotum (hydrocele), * fatigue, and * generally feeling unwell.
Common symptoms of testicular cancer are:
lump in the testicle about the size of a pea
testicle is painful to the touch
pain in the lower abdomen or lower back
blood in the urine
Can groin pain be caused by testicular cancer?
When your balls get stuck to your legs and pull hairs
also its a nerve thing
A mammogram is the best way for men to detect testicular cancer?
That is not correct.
A mammogram is an x-ray of the mammaries (breasts) and is used to detect abnormal growths in the breast that may be a sign of Breast cancer. Checking for cancer of the testicles is done by physical inspection with your fingers for lumps, bumps and changes in the size, shape or consistency of the testicles. If anything not normal is noticed, you should see a urologist or your family doctor.
Does smoking marijuana stems cause testicular cancer?
I looked up google because i wanted to see what it said and its not great.
"Frequent or long-term use of marijuana may significantly increase a man's risk of developing the most aggressive type of testicular cancer, according to a study by researchers at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. The study was published today in the journal "Cancer."
Researchers found that men who smoked marijuana at least once a week or since adolescence had twice the risk of being diagnosed with testicular cancer than men who had never smoked pot".
http://blog.seattlepi.com/healthreport/archives/161589.asp
Updated: They found what they call a correlation between the two. This is the same as saying 400 of the men with cancer drank tea regularly. The answer to this question is no. Smoking Marijuana does not cause testicular cancer, however a lot of the people who have it smoke weed. On top of that, a lot of people in general smoke weed.
What are some of the homemade treatments for testicular pain?
I understand what you're talking about this can be very worrying. You should go to the doctors as you may have a chance that it could be testicular cancer so don't waste any time.
What is a testicular exam and why is it important?
A testicular exam is when you roll your testicles around in your hands to feel for potential cancer/tumors.
Is it important? Yes, however it is not as important as breast exams for women, since breast cancer is more common than testicular cancer. It can also lead to hypochondria, so don't do it unless you're sure that you are comfortable with it.
What population groups tend to get testicular cancer?
There is some variation among racial and ethnic groups, with men of Scandinavian background having higher than average rates of testicular cancer, and African-American men having a lower than average incidence.
The most important risk factor for testicular cancer in young males is?
if your dad or close relatives have had it being around carsenogens and if you have a lump on your nuts haha kinda kidding with the last one
How can you catch testicular cancer?
Testicular cancer occurs if a cell divides incorrectly and then passes this mutation on to its daughter cells. Testicles are prone to cancer because they are constantly dividing and constantly making daughter cells, so are prone to making mistakes occasionally.
Some of the main risk factors for developing testicular cancer, other than having testicles, is a condition called cryptorchidism. This basically means your testicles didn't descend on their own. The longer they stay in the abdomen, the more chance they can develop into cancer. Other risk factors are having had mumps, having had an inguinal hernia, and a sedentary lifestyle.
But the number one cause of testicular cancer is just plain bad luck, with no specific risk factor.
What age is testicular cancer common?
Testicular torsion has been estimated to affect 1 in every 4 000 males younger than the age of 25 years and has peaks of incidence occurring in the neonate and the adolescent entering puberty.
Who is at risk for testicular cancer?
Hi I'm 30yrs old played football for 12 yrs very fit healthy guy.woke up one morning to get my hernia check up while I was there he check my testicle and found a lump he refers me to get a xray and there they found cancer.so it could happen to anyone SO WATCH OUT GUYS GET REGULAR CHECKS.REMEMBER WE ARE HUMAN
How can you tell if your dog has testicular cancer?
You should take him to a veterinarian. The vet will be able to tell.
What is a self testicular exam?
It's a way to examine your own testicles for possible signs of cancer. It's a personal decision as to whether or not you want to do it though, almost every man who does them will become unnecessarily worried, including myself.
Does an abnormally large testicle with a weird bump on it indicate testicular cancer?
I am not a doctor, but please take my advice and go to a doctor. A family member of mine was just recently diagnosed with testicular cancer and what you are describing needs attention ASAP.
Testicular cancers have a very high success rate. (I believe in the high 90 percentage) But ONLY if you go to the doctor. Please don't ignore this. It may be nothing, but are you willing to bet your life on it?
Can you get Gonorrhea from having testicular cancer?
It is possible that the virus could cause cancer. It is estimated that 20% of cancers are caused by having had a virus.
Can you get testicular cancer from being punched?
I learned from a consultant that it doesn't matter how hard you get hurt in the balls it will not cause cancer, but you would be better off going to your local gp/doctor.
Who can get testicular cancer?
Men between 15-50 get testicular cancer, but cases have been reported of men younger and older than that range. TC is the most common form of cancer for men 15-35. There is a higher risk rate for caucasian men, so rates are higher in Europe, UK, Canada, and Australia. Early detection can help ensure survival.
Where does testicular cancer originate from?
The exact cause of testicular cancer is unknown. There is no link between vasectomy and testicular cancer. Factors that may increase a man's risk for testicular cancer include:
- Abnormal testicle development
- History of testicular cancer
- History of undescended testicle(s)
- Klinefelter syndrome
Other possible causes include exposure to certain chemicals and HIV infection. A family history of testicular cancer may also increase risk.
Testicular cancer is the most common form of cancer in men between the ages of 15 and 35. It can occur in older men, and rarely, in younger boys.
White men are more likely than African-American and Asian-American men to develop this type of cancer.
There are two main types of testicular cancer: seminomas and nonseminomas. These cancers grow from germ cells, the cells that make sperm.
Seminoma: This is a slow-growing form of testicular cancer usually found in men in their 30s and 40s. The cancer is usually just in the testes, but it can spread to the lymph nodes. Seminomas are very sensitive to radiation therapy.
Nonseminoma: This more common type of testicular cancer tends to grow more quickly than seminomas. Nonseminoma tumors are often made up of more than one type of cell, and are identified according to these different cell types:
- Choriocarcinoma (rare)
- Embryonal carcinoma
- Teratoma
- Yolk sac tumor
A stromal tumor is a rare type of testicular tumor. They are usually not cancerous. The two main types of stromal tumors are Leydig cell tumors and Sertoli cell tumors. Stromal tumors usually occur during childhood.
Is testicular torsion related to testicular cancer?
No testicular torsion is when the spermatic chord gets twisted and cut off the blood supply to the teste, if it isn't treated VERY quickly the teste dies and begins to get gangrenous. Testicular cancer is a cancerous growth of one or both teste.
