Testicular cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the testicles. Testicles are part of the male reproductive system. This type of cancer is most common in males aged between 15 and 40. It particularly affects males who are in their mid-twenties. This type of cancer has the highest cure rates of all cancers and has even 100 percent chance of cure in the cases where it has not metastasized. Even in cases where the cancer is malignant and has spread, chemotherapy offers a cure rate of about 85 percent.

It is important to understand that not every lump in the testicles is a tumor and neither are all tumors malignant. Many cases of testicular cancer have been reported in white men. It is rare in Asian and African men. Conditions such as testicular microlithiasis, epididymal cysts and appendix testis may be painful but are not cancerous.

Germ cell tumors of the testis are the most common type of this disease and affect males aged between 15 and 35. Undescended testicles is the major risk factor in the development of testis cancer. Inactive lifestyle is linked with increased risk while physical activity is associated with decreased risk.

Experts recommend regular testicular self examination. This can be done after a hot shower when the scrotum is looser and one should examine each testicle feeling for pea-shaped lumps. Mass substance in the testis is a major diagnostic finding for testicular cancer. Unilateral enlargement of the testis with, or without pain is another red flag. The three common types of treatment for testis cancer are surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy.


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