Testicular Cancer

Question: How can you tell the difference between testicular cancer and epiditimitis? I heard that a lump that is painless cud be cancer. Could it be cancer if it is painful. Also, how fast does testicular cancer spread. I'm rly nervous about this!!!

Answer: A lump that is painless or painful can be cancer and as far as the speed of spread if it spreads at all, the best and really only answer should come from your oncologist/urologist. The first step to take if you suspect you have a problem, is to make an appointment with a urologist. This is his/her special area of medicine and if necessary you will be referred to a oncologist, a cancer specialist. Not all lumps are cancer and not all pain in the testicles means cancer. I just recently had a severe infection in one testicle and the pain was terrible but, it was just that - an infection and it is being taken care of with a course of antibiotics courtesy of my urologist. Don't be nervous, get it checked out and won't you be pleasantly surprised to find out you have nothing to worry about? Good luck and best wishes.

Question: What are the symptoms of testicular cancer in stallions? My 12 yo Appaloosa stallion has been dropping weight for the last couple of months. His back and hips are sore (which may be due to some other problem). About 10 days ago I noticed one testicle looked a little different than the other. Since then the place I noticed has turned into a soft lump. Within the past few days he has started to draw the testicle up some. If this is testicular cancer is the prognosis good?

Answer: I would have him examined by a vet immediately! Having stood numerous stallions over the years including ApHC what you are dealing with is abnormal. If he has grey skin, he may have sarcoid tumors. If these tumors grow up inside the sheath they can turn cancerous very quickly and spread to the testes. I love my daughter dear pony to this several years ago. While he was gelded, it spread into his abdomen. By the time I got him to Perdue for a work up it was too late. How I wish I could have caught it early! Weight loss, soreness over the loins, bumps - those were all symptoms I encountered and wrote off as something else - Hurry Quick call your vet. If they don't know seek out a university hospital ASAP I wish I had!

Question: How do you search yourself for testicular cancer? Women can check them selves for breast cancer, then how do men check them selves for testicular cancer. I want to know if anything out of the ordinary is going on, befor something happens.

Answer: Testicular cancer is a disease in which cancer cells are discovered in one or both testicles. There is not way to detect it like Breast cancer in women. It will not show up by symptoms also. Testicular cancer usually shows no early symptoms. It is suspected when a mass or lump is felt in the testes, although a testicular mass does not always indicate cancer and is usually painless. Symptoms of testicular cancer include: - a lump in either testicle (usually pea-sized, but may be as large as a marble or an egg) - any enlargement or significant shrinking of a testicle - a sensation of heaviness in the scrotum - a dull ache in the groin or lower abdomen - any sudden collection of fluid in the scrotum - tenderness or enlargement of the breasts (of the male patient, I mean) - pain or discomfort in a testicle or in the scrotum-

Question: How do you know if your dog has testicular cancer? I have a maltese, and i was told that maltese's have a high chance of getting testicular cancer if they are not neutered, (we're trying to breed him). Very recently, my brother found a lump on it and it's sort of mis-colored, like turning black- i'm really worried, and I'm planning on taking him to the vet, but I wanted to know if anyone knows what it could be-

Answer: If you can see it on the outside, it is not testicular cancer. It may just be the skin of the scrotum callusing and turning colors, which is normal. I would have the dog neuter around 7 years old, and earlier if you are done breeding him.

Question: Can the pain from testicular cancer come and go? I've been recently having some symptoms of testicular illnesses. In the past, about 9-12 months ago, I has similar problems but with physical therapy and I guess some Ibuprofin, they eventaully went away. Is this type of coming and going possible, not possible or unlikely with testicluar illensses, especially signifigant ones like cancer?

Answer: Absolutely, go to the doctor and get it checked out. Call today! The "coming and going" is possible. You don't feel it every day so it's easy to ignore. Testicular cancer is generally a small, hard, painless lump which can protrude the scrotum slightly. Often it is only felt when you're in a warm shower but not necessarily every time. Also, feel your breasts around your nipple if they are sore ... this is a another symptom caused by an elevated hormone level associated with TC. AGAIN - call today. Make an appointment for as soon as possible. If it is testicular cancer, every day counts and 9 months is far too long to wait.

Question: Where do I go to get screened for testicular cancer? I don't have insurance so I dont feel like going to my family doctor and give him 200 dollers so that he sends me to the right place. Where do I specifically go to get screened for testicular cancer? I live in Detroit.

Answer: Sorry to inform you but I've worked in the medical profession for over 15 years now and MOST places won't see you until you have a referral from your family MD. That way they are sure nobody is wasting anybodys time or money. But you can try calling any Oncologist to see if they will see you without a referral. An Oncologist is a specialist who deals with nothing but cancer - no matter the location of the body. And another word of warning - the tests that will need to be performed ain't cheap either! Be prepared to fork out ALOT of dough - because without tests - there is NO for sure way of telling if it is indeed cancer. The other girl who wrote to see a Urologist is incorrect - That is a doctor who helps with pee problems - not cancer!

Question: Is it possible to get testicular cancer on your scrotum? I found a small lump on my scrotum and I was a little worried it may be testicular cancer. Its a lump and not a zit like thing. Any advice?

Answer: No testicular cancer is on the testicle.

Question: What is the most famous hospital for testicular cancer treatment? I was thinking of getting an opinion about what treatment my husband should follow for testicular cancer. Can you help me with names of hospitals that are considered really good for this form of cancer?

Answer: IMO, #1 Indiana University (Dr Larry Einhorn, the godfather of testicular cancer (treated Lance), also Steve Williams top docs) #2 Memorial SLoan Kettterig There are other good places. FYI, Indiana has a hotline to their testicular docs and they will help your local doc by phone- saves lots of money. God bless, best wishes

Question: What is the likelihood of my testicular cancer returning? 5 years ago i had bep chemo to clear me of testicular cancer, whats the chance of it recurring after all this time?

Answer: If you're five years out your chances of recurrence are quite luck. Congrats! If you want more info you might want to check some of the links here. There are five different groups here http://acnwresourcepages.blogspot.com/search/label/Testicular%20Cancer

Question: How can you help someone cope with testicular cancer? My boyfriend was recently diagnosed with testicular cancer. Of course they move fast in this situation and he is going to have his testicle removed next week. I was hoping to hear from someone who has either had or known someone who has been in the same situation. I know that he is going to feel a loss that I, as a woman, could not possibly understand. I just need to know how on earth I can help him through this and what are some of the obstacles we face ahead, after the surgery? Thanks so much for your input.

Answer: the physical aspects are that he will be in pain for quite a bit of time after the surgery. the psychological aspect is that he's having a testicle removed.. he may feel like less of a man for that as it has been known to happen. first off he's going to need your support. he will be miserable after wards and probably a jerk, but remember whatever he's saying he's not really trying to be mean or hurtful he's just lashing out from anger and fear. You have to be real patient with him.. don't hover, let him do as much as he can himself, and let him guide you towards what he needs. just watch for him falling into a depression and work with his family to make sure he's in a positive environment.. and most of all GOOD LUCK TO HIM :)

Question: Testicular cancer? Is it possible for a man to get testicular cancer if he get's kicked in the balls alot? Im not asking for personal reasons, i was just wondering.

Answer: No, it has nothing to do with it.

Question: Do young boys that have testicular cancer have a high percentage of getting it cured? Do young boys that have testicular cancer have a high percentage of getting it cured? And also how do you cure testicular cancer?

Answer: Testicular is a young man's cancer; but it primarily affects young men in the 20 to 44 year old age group, not young boys. It is a cancer that responds very well to treatment, with 90% of cases cured. Surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy are used in treatment, depending on the individual case. My father had testicular cancer at the age of 29; he had the affected testicle removed and had radiotherapy. He went on to live a full and active life, and fathered three more children. He died 47 years later of something unrelated to cancer

Question: Testicular cancer or Prostate, what are the top treatments for this now? What is the best? I have a friend that has been diagnosed with cancer. I don't know if it is testicular or prostate, but I do know it is elsewhere in his body know. Does anyone know the best treatment for this? Any breakthroughs? There is so much info out there that it is mind boggling! He lives out of the States but I think he thinking of coming over to the U.S. to get treatment. I haven't talked to him in a while and it is hit and miss message :( Help please.

Answer: The National Cancer Institute in the US has designated comprehensive cancer centers located throughout the country. These are some of the top facilities in the world for all types of cancer, new treatments, and research. These cancer centers network with each other and share information between facilities. Here is information to help you locate these centers: NCI: Comprehensive Cancer Centers http://cancercenters.cancer.gov/cancer_c… You may also want to do some reading about both types of disease: NCCN: Prostate Treatment Guidelines http://www.nccn.org/patients/patient_gls… NCCN: Testicular Cancer Guidelines http://www.nccn.org/professionals/physic… NCI: Testicular Cancer http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types… NCI: Prostate Cancer http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types… Best of luck to your friend.

Question: Why do people use the illogical argument for getting a pet neutered is that it will prevent testicular cancer? This argument makes no sense! I am sure that if I got neutered that I wouldn't get testicular cancer either. I think that if someone uses this as an argument to have a dog neutered that they should have their brain removed to avoid brain cancer.

Answer: I've never heard this proposed as a reason for neutering dogs. I suppose technically it is true, but I am not aware that dogs tend to be especially susceptible to testicular cancer more so than other kinds of cancers, or even to cancers in general. As such, it is a very weak argument. EDIT: Nick: I did not say anything false. I did not say dogs never got testicular cancer. I said that I was not aware that dogs were especially susceptible to testicular cancer as compared to other kinds of cancers, or that dogs were especially susceptible to cancers in general as compared to other canine diseases. While I am sorry that you have lost your dog to this illness, in the future I would advise you to carefully read other people's words before you start flaming them.

Question: Can a 13 year old get testicular cancer? I am a little older now but at around that age i noticed something. I had an undescended testicle when i was born. The growth or lump, is painless and is very visible and possibly is not attached to the testicle itself. The testicle itself is smaller then my other one but obviously that can be unrelated. There is no family history of this and if it is testicular cancer, what other symptoms should i feel?

Answer: To answer your question indirectly . .and not specifically about what is happened to you . . the answer is yes, boys can get testicular cancer at your age (though you are a bit young at 13) . .so, you should definitely go to a doctor to have this examined. No one here can tell you specifically what you have . . this needs to be seen by a medical doctor who can make an examination and diagnosis. Testicular cancer affects males between the ages of 15 - 35. It is considered a germ cell cancer . . females will get ovarian cancer, and males testicular . . both are germ cell cancers. Kids Health: Types of Cancer Teens Get http://kidshealth.org/teen/diseases_cond… How to Perform a Testicular Examination http://kidshealth.org/teen/sexual_health… I know two young people who have had testicular cancer . . one is 17 and is just finishing high school. He is in remission and currently doing well. The other was about 21 years old and he died. Cancer in teenagers is different than cancer found in early childhood and cancer found in adults . . ASCO: Cancer in Teenagers - Age specific information http://www.ascocancerfoundation.org/pati… Don't fool around with what is potentially a life threatening illness . .go see a doctor.

Question: How long does it usually take for testicular cancer to become grade 1 2 or 3 ? I was also wondering how long it would take for it to start to spread and how long a person has to have testicular cancer before they may die?

Answer: Testicular cancer, or any cancer, does not really change grades it is what it is. A higher grade is a more aggressive cancer and will spread faster than a lower one. Men do not often die from this cancer, as it is very treatable even in the late stages. However, if one did not get treated it would likely take more than 3-4 years.