What is Testicular cancer ?
A testicular lump( Tumour ) created by the abnormal growth of cells which can grow and sometimes spread to other parts of the body through the bloodstream or the lymph system. The image shows swollen testicle which can be symptoms testicular cancer.
Types of testicular cancer
The two main types of testicular cancer are seminoma and non-seminoma. Seminomas are made up of a single kind of testicular cell, while non-seminomas are made up of more than one type of cell. Rarely, and usually in men over fifty, a cancer called lymphoma occurs in the testicles.
Symptoms Testicular Cancer
* a lump in the testes
* irregularity or swelling in one testicle
* a pulling sensation or feeling of unusual heaviness in the scrotum
* a dull ache in the groin or lower abdomen
* pain or discomfort in the testicle or scrotum
* tenderness or enlargement of tissue in the breast area
* a collection of fluid in the scrotum
These are symptoms testicular cancer and don't always mean you have testicular cancer. Most lumps in the testicles are not cancer but if you have any concern you should see your doctor.
Stages of Cancer
* stage 1 - cancer is only in the testicle
* stage 2 - cancer has spread to the lymph nodes in the abdomen
* stage 3 - there are cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the chest or above the collarbone
* stage 4 - cancer has spread to other major organs
Treatment
Treatment can vary and should be discussed with a doctor. Depending on symptoms testicular cancer the doctor will suggest the appropriate treatment.possible treatments are radiotherapy, chemotherapy maybe even surgical removal.
