Testicular Cancer Directory
Testicular cancer begins in the testicles, the two glands that produce male hormones and sperm. Although rare, testicular cancer is the most common type of cancer in men aged 15 to 35. Testicular cancer is among the more curable cancers, even at an advanced stage, thanks to improved detection and treatment. There is a higher incidence in men who had or have a condition called an undescended testicle, who have fertility problems, and who've had a father with the disease. Symptoms include swelling and hardening of a testicle and a change in its shape or size. Treatment includes surgically removing the cancerous testicle, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about testicular cancer, its causes, symptoms, treatments, and much more.
Medical Reference
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Do I Have Testicular Cancer?
You feel a lump in your testicles. Could it be cancer? Here’s how to find out.
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Life After Testicular Cancer Surgery
After you’ve had surgery for testicular cancer, you may have a host of questions. And probably first up: How will this affect my sex life? Can I father children?
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Orchiectomy: Surgery to Remove the Testicles
Orchiectomy is surgery to remove one or both testicles. It's used to treat testicular and other cancers. It can also often help if a testicle is damaged.
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What to Expect From Testicular Cancer Surgery
You almost certainly will need surgery if you have testicular cancer. Find out what’s involved with this highly treatable condition.
Features
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15 Cancer Symptoms Men Shouldn't Ignore
Here are 15 cancer symptoms that men should discuss with a doctor.
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Testicular Cancer: Self-Exams at Home
The biggest key to beating testicular cancer is detecting it early. Simple testicular cancer self-exams can play a part in catching this disease in its earliest stages.
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Chris Sable: Surviving Testicular Cancer
One year after being diagnosed with testicular cancer, WebMD Community Member is on top of the world.
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A Young Man Faces Testicular Cancer
Like most young men, the writer thought he was indestructible. Then he was diagnosed with testicular cancer and found himself in the battle of his life.