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| Albert |
 Posted: Thu May 01, 2008 6:19 pm |
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Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men between the ages of
15 and 34.
Most testicular tumors are discovered by patients themselves-either by
accident, or while performing a self-examination on each testicle.
The usual presentation is of an enlarged, painless lump, although
occasionally there can be pain. The lump typically is pea-sized, but
sometimes it might be as big as a marble or even an egg.
Besides lumps, if a man notices any other abnormality- an enlarged
testicle, a feeling of heaviness or sudden collection of fluid in the
scrotum, a dull ache in the lower abdomen or groin, or enlargement or
tenderness of the breasts--he should discuss it with a physician right
away.
These symptoms can be caused by conditions other than cancer. But only
a doctor can tell for sure, and it is critical to seek attention
promptly.
Only 15 years ago, a diagnosis of testicular cancer was grim news, ten
times as many patients died then as now.
Dramatic advances in therapeutic drugs in the last two decades, along
with improved diagnostics and better tests to gauge the extent of the
disease, have boosted survival rates remarkably. Now, testicular
cancer often is completely curable, especially if found and treated
early.
Regards,
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