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 Testicular
cancer is a very rare cancer, but it is one of the most
common cancers found in young males. Prostate cancer
is the second-leading cause of cancer death in older
men. It is very important for you to recognize symptoms
and risk factors of these two diseases to help detect
them early in their incubation period. Early detection
greatly increases your chances for successful treatment.
Fast Facts about Testicular Cancer
- Testicular cancer is one
of the most common types of cancer in men aged 20
to 35. It accounts for 12% of all cancer deaths in
this age group.
- If discovered in the early
stages, it can be treated promptly and effectively.
- Symptoms include a slight
enlargement in one of the testes and a change in its
consistency.
- Pain may be absent, but
often there is a dull ache in the lower abdomen and
groin, together with a sensation of dragging and heaviness.
- There's no way to prevent
testicular cancer, however monthly self-exams can
detect this cancer early so it can be successfully
treated.
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