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My father is diagnosed with prostate cancer, and doctor is saying for removal of testicles, is this necessary?

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Dr. Myron Arlen
Dr. Myron Arlenanswered
Surgical Oncology 66 years experience
Questionable`: Orchiectomy is a way to cut down on testosterone and other male hormones. Another way to reduce testosterone levels is by taking medicines such as Lupron (leuprolide) or if necessary chemotherapy. Lupron (leuprolide) acts as an agonist at pituitary GnRH receptors. It indirectly downregulates secretion of gonadotropins leading to hypogonadism and thus a dramatic reduction in testosterone levels. Some prefer surgery over taking medications An orchiectomy however is permanent and represents only a first line in control of prostate cancer. .
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A 41-year-old member asked:

What do you suggest if my dad is diagnosed with prostate cancer, and doctor is saying for removal of testicles,?

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Dr. Anderson Bauer
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Options: Lowering testosterone levels can be very effective in controlling prostate cancer for a period of time. This can be done by removal of the testicles or by 'androgen deprivation' medications, typically an injection given every 3-4 months.
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Hey doc i have two lumps on each testi in the same place at the top and bottom of the testicle i know its not cancer because there not connected?
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A 77-year-old male asked:
Right testicle has become very hard and changed shape. It has become round like a marble. I have no pain.it. I had prostate cancer in 2004. Radiation.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
I am 44 year old male, my dad had prostate cancer. i found a lump on the outer sac of my right testicle with pain. is this common or shld I worry.?
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Doctor said maybe varicoceles or nothing.few months now ive had dull pain and lump on right testicle. I can tell if it moves on its own. Is it cancer?
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A 21-year-old male asked:
Lower back pain in different spots. Slight burning when urinating/ejaculating. Testicle ache. Std test clear. 21,active. Worried about prostate cancer?
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