Testicular Cancer Essay Example

Definition
By Mayo Clinic staff
Testicular cancer occurs in the testicles (testes), which are located inside the scrotum, a loose bag of skin underneath the penis. The testicles produce male sex hormones and sperm for reproduction.
Compared with other types of cancer, testicular cancer is rare. But testicular cancer is the most common cancer in American males between the ages of 15 and 34.
Testicular cancer is highly treatable, even when cancer has spread beyond the testicle. Depending on the type and stage of testicular cancer, you may receive one of several treatments, or a combination. Regular testicular self-examinations can help identify growths early, when the chance for successful treatment of testicular cancer is highest.
Symptoms
By Mayo Clinic staff Testicular lumps

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Signs and symptoms of testicular cancer include:
 A lump or enlargement in either testicle
 A feeling of heaviness in the scrotum
 A dull ache in the abdomen or groin
 A sudden collection of fluid in the scrotum
 Pain or discomfort in a testicle or the scrotum
 Enlargement or tenderness of the breasts
 Unexplained fatigue or a general feeling of not being well
Cancer usually affects only one testicle.
When to see a doctor
See your doctor if you detect any pain, swelling or lumps in your testicles or groin area, especially if these signs and symptoms last longer than two weeks. Make an appointment with your doctor even if a lump in your testicle isn't painful. Only a small percentage of testicular cancers are painful from the outset.
CAUSES
it’s not clear what causes testicular cancer in most cases. Doctors know that testicular cancer occurs when healthy cells in a testicle become altered. Healthy cells grow and divide in an orderly way to keep your body functioning normally. But sometimes some cells develop abnormalities, causing