Signs And Symptoms Of Testicular Cancer

Every man knows about testicular cancer. Every single one! But no one likes it. Testicular cancer treatment begins with surgery to remove the testicle. Chemo and radiation can follow surgery to increase the chances of success. But if the cancer has already spread? Sometimes chemo for testicular cancer is given before surgery. Testicular cancer often means pain meds and a selection of others. In all cases, though, men need a lot of care for testicular cancer. They need support!

Lump On The Testicle Or Swelling

Men, you need to know your body. You need to check your testicles. Why? One of the most common signs of testicular cancer is a painless lump in the area. But since it's painless, it's very hard to spot early. A tumor can start out as small as a pea. Only the men who are very, very familiar with their bodies are going to spot lumps early. Knowing what's normal will send up a red flag even when something small changes. So check things out regularly! One of the best times for this is in the shower.

Although testicular cancer does cause painless lumps, it's also very, very common to see swelling and pain! Lumps can be very painful too, and the testicle itself may even swell. But no matter what, men who know their bodies are the ones who are better off at spotting problems early.