A 34-year-old member asked:
where can i get testicular cancer test annually?
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered
Pathology 49 years experience
Your doctor: Annual tests for testicular cancer are not recommended routinely. You should discuss your concern with your doctor to see if more than physical examination is needed.
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Dr. Jeff Jacobs commented
Child Psychiatry 22 years experience
May be a good idea to do testicular self-examination monthly, perhaps while in the shower.
May 30, 2012
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A 21-year-old member asked:
what is testicular cancer?
3 doctor answers • 8 doctors weighed in

Dr. Brian Laneanswered
Urology 19 years experience
Info: Disordered cell growth in the male reproductive organ. Most common form of cancer in young men (20s - 30s). Testicular self exam is the best way to detect it early, which leads to nearly 100% survival.
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A 21-year-old member asked:
How common is testicular cancer?
2 doctor answers • 10 doctors weighed in

Dr. Mitchell Kamravaanswered
Radiation Oncology 16 years experience
~8,500 cases/yr: It is estimated that in the United States this year that there will be approximately 8, 500 new cases of testicular cancer. It is the most common solid malignancy in males between 15-35 yo.
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 21-year-old member asked:
How is testicular cancer treated? What are the side-effects of treatment?
4 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in

Dr. Ritesh Rathoreanswered
Hematology and Oncology 30 years experience
Multiple approaches: Mutliple combinations of treatments are used very successfully. Usually surgical removal of that testes is first. Subsequently, chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy may be used depending on the cancer stage. Side effects of surgery are minor. Side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy are as described on healthtap but long-term side effects are less.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
How quickly does testicular cancer spread?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. Paul Harperanswered
General Surgery 52 years experience
Quickly at times: Testicular cancer has a very fast onset. Testicular cancer grows rapidly, with tumors doubling in size in just 10 to 30 days. Testicular cancer can metastasize quickly, meaning that it can spread to other parts of the body. There is a high cure rate if found early (approaching 100%).
6.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. George Klauber commented
Specializes in Pediatric Urology
That is why any hard testicular lump requires a visit with a urologist + scrotal ultrasound ASAP.
Aug 20, 2015
A 33-year-old member asked:
How can you support someone cope with testicular cancer?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Andrew Turrisianswered
Radiation Oncology 47 years experience
Many young men: And boys simply require orchiectomy. A decision as to whether to have serial imaging or a single dose of chemotherapy is difficult for many. If node dissection was needed, they may experience retrograde ejaculation - orgasm with no visible semen expelled. This is a highly curable disease for most. Dealing with difference, change and adapting to harms of treatment require understanding of cause.
5.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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