This is a wierd place to go to find out but:
My good friend approached me about this today. He says that here lately he has noticed that one has been acheing a little for about a week. He also said that it's a little oddly shaped. He is only 23. Has anyone ever had it or knows anyone with it. The reason that he doesn't go straight to the Dr. is because we live in a counrty that doesn't have the best of medical care. I laughingly agreed when he brought that up because you don't want to loose one and not need too. What's up?
2006-12-27 10:34:51 · 9 answers · asked by Charlie B 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Cancer
There are many things that can cause testicular aching. This includes hydroceles, epididimitis, or a hernia. Since there is a palpable mass, it should really be seen by a doctor to rule out cancer. Testicular cancer effects men from the ages of 18-35 so he is in the prime age group. To begin with, the doc will feel it, probably shine a flashlight against it (it will tell how solid the mass is), and if there is farther problems he may ask for an ultrasound.
2006-12-27 10:41:07 · answer #1 · answered by n_m_young 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-06 02:21:18 · answer #2 · answered by lashbrook 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What are the testicles?
What is testicular cancer?
What are the risk factors for testicular cancer?
How is testicular cancer detected? What are symptoms of testicular cancer?
How is testicular cancer diagnosed?
How is testicular cancer treated? What are the side effects of treatment for testicular cancer?
Is follow-up treatment necessary for testicular cancer? What does it involve?
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Testicular Cancer At A Glance
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Testicular cancer - on WebMD
What is testicular cancer?
Testicular cancer is a disease in which cells become malignant (cancerous) in one or both testicles.
The testicles (also called testes or gonads) are a pair of male sex glands. They produce and store sperm and are the main source of testosterone (male hormones) in men. These hormones control the development of the reproductive organs and other male physical characteristics. The testicles are located under the penis in a sac-like pouch called the scrotum.
Based on the characteristics of the cells in the tumor, testicular cancers are classified as seminomas or nonseminomas. Other types of cancer that arise in the testicles are rare and are not described here. Seminomas may be one of three types: classic, choriocarcinoma, embryonal carcinoma, teratoma, and yolk sac tumors. Testicular tumors may contain both seminoma and nonseminoma cells.
Testicular cancer accounts for only 1 percent of all cancers in men in the United States. About 8,000 men are diagnosed with testicular cancer, and about 390 men die of this disease each year (1). Testicular cancer occurs most often in men between the ages of 20 and 39, and is the most common form of cancer in men between the ages of 15 and 34. It is most common in white men, especially those of Scandinavian descent. The testicular cancer rate has more than doubled among white men in the past 40 years, but has only recently begun to increase among black men. The reason for the racial differences in incidence is not known.
2006-12-27 10:46:07 · answer #3 · answered by meekaila 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For detailed information on Testicular Cancer (or any medical/mental and medication) go to wbmd.com. I have found this site to contain information on every medical question I've had for the past several years!!!
2006-12-27 10:40:52 · answer #4 · answered by xxx69forall 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He really does need to see a doctor, it's impossible for us on here to diagnose the problem and if it did turn out to be cancer, the sooner he gets help, the better. The longer it goes on the less chance he has of recovery. Chances are it's not cancer, but it needs checking out.
2006-12-27 10:39:05 · answer #5 · answered by Ahwell 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if he just recently noticed that it is misshapen, then he needs to see a doctor. however pain isnt usualy a comon symptom of testicular cancer. it could very well be swollen blood vessels for one reason or another. the doctor would know how to treat that
2006-12-27 10:45:56 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the only way to know is to go to a dr
2006-12-27 11:07:38 · answer #7 · answered by Anna Z 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Send him to a doctor . It's probably nothing serious but he should rather have it checked out .
2006-12-30 08:51:24 · answer #8 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
since u live in the country, Castration is the answer.
2006-12-27 10:45:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋