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class="iw_columns col-lg-12" id="colj2veiogm"> <div class="row iw_row" id="rowj2veiogo"> <div class="iw_columns col-lg-9 content-has-sidebar" id="colj2veiogq"> <div class="iw_component" id="iw_comp1495171520087"> <style>#iw_comp1495171520087{}</style><span id="skipContent"></span><h1 class="page-title">Testicular Cancer </h1> </div> <div class="iw_placeholder" id="iw_placeholder1496845733721"> <div class="iw_component" id="iw_comp1508806665025"> <style>#iw_comp1508806665025{}</style><div class="rich-text component " style="" id="" ><span><p>Cancer that develops in one or both of the testicles - egg-shaped structures located beneath the penis and inside the scrotum – is known as testicular cancer. Though rare, testicular cancer is one of the most common cancers in younger men, ages 15-35. Fortunately, it is also highly curable when detected early.</p> <p>That is why it is important that you choose an experienced medical team to treat your testicular cancer. Leading the way, with advanced training and years of practice are our urologic surgeons, who perform all of the surgery for urologic cancers at <a title="Genitourinary Cancer Treatment Center at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center" href="https://www.dana-farber.org/genitourinary-cancer-treatment-center/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center</a>. In their role as surgical oncologists, they collaborate with a group of internationally renowned experts, creating an individualized care plan – just for you.</p></span></div> </div> </div> <div class="iw_placeholder" id="iw_placeholder1495171520092"> <div class="iw_component" id="iw_comp1508806665026"> <style>#iw_comp1508806665026{}</style><style>#iw_comp1508806665026{}</style><div data-component="accordion" class="drawer"> <h3>Testicular Cancer Topics</h3> <div class="drawer__section"> <a class="drawer__toggle" href="#">Risk Factors for Testicular Cancer</a> <div class="drawer__content rich-text component"><ul> <li>History of an undescended testicle (cryptorchidism)</li> <li>Abnormal development of testicles</li> <li>Caucasian American men younger than 45</li> <li>Family history</li> <li>History of cancer in the other testicle</li> <li>HIV infection</li> </ul></div> </div> <div class="drawer__section"> <a class="drawer__toggle" href="#">Types of Testicular Cancer</a> <div class="drawer__content rich-text component"><ul> <li><strong>Seminomas</strong>: <ul> <li>Classical seminomas occur in men 25-45</li> <li>Spermatocytic seminomas are common in men about 65</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Non-seminomas</strong> occur in men 15-35. There are four types: <ul> <li>Embryonal carcinoma</li> <li>Yolk sac carcinoma</li> <li>Choriocarcinoma</li> <li>Teratoma</li> </ul> </li> </ul></div> </div> <div class="drawer__section"> <a class="drawer__toggle" href="#">Symptoms of Testicular Cancer</a> <div class="drawer__content rich-text component"><p>The following are the most common signs and symptoms of testicular cancer:</p> <ul> <li>Painless lump or swelling in either testicle</li> <li>Enlargement of a testicle</li> <li>Feeling of heaviness in the scrotum</li> <li>Dull ache in the lower abdomen or the groin</li> <li>Sudden collection of fluid in the scrotum</li> <li>Pain or discomfort in a testicle or in the scrotum</li> <li>Back pain</li> </ul></div> </div> <div class="drawer__section"> <a class="drawer__toggle" href="#">Diagnosis of Testicular Cancer</a> <div class="drawer__content rich-text component"><p>The prognosis is excellent if testicular cancer is caught early. It is important to contact your urologist as soon as you have a symptom. He will meet with you to discuss concerns and to conduct a thorough evaluation. Diagnostic tests and procedures may include:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Medical history</strong></li> <li><strong>Physical examination</strong></li> <li><strong>Blood tests</strong> to check for increased levels of certain proteins and enzymes indicating cancerous cells.</li> <li><strong>Ultrasound</strong> (sonography), computerized high-frequency sound waves to create an image and determine if a testicle lump is solid or filled with fluid.</li> <li><strong>Biopsy</strong>, a surgical procedure that involves removing tissue samples and examining them under a microscope to determine if cancer is present.</li> <li><strong>Computerized tomography scan</strong> (CT-scan) uses a combination of x-rays and computer technology to produce horizontal, or axial, images of the body.</li> </ul></div> </div> <div class="drawer__section"> <a class="drawer__toggle" href="#">Stages of Testicular Cancer</a> <div class="drawer__content rich-text component"><p>Your urologist will order additional tests to determine the size of the cancer and whether cancer cells have spread within the body. This is called staging. Testicular cancer stages include:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Stage I:</strong> Cancer is found only in the testicle.</li> <li><strong>Stage II:</strong> Cancer has spread to abdominal lymph nodes.</li> <li><strong>Stage III:</strong> Cancer has spread beyond the lymph nodes to other parts of the body such as the lungs and liver.</li> </ul></div> </div> <div class="drawer__section"> <a class="drawer__toggle" href="#">Treatment for Testicular Cancer</a> <div class="drawer__content rich-text component"><p>Treatment for testicular cancer depends on many factors including the stage of the cancer. Your urologist will discuss the best treatment for your particular situation. These include:</p> <p><strong>Surgery for testicular cancer</strong></p> <ul> <li>Surgery to remove the testicle (radical inguinal orchiectomy) involves an incision in the groin and removal of the entire testicle. A prosthetic testicle can be inserted if desired.</li> <li>Surgery to remove lymph nodes in the abdomen (retroperitoneal lymph node dissection).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Radiation therapy for testicular cancer</strong></p> <ul> <li>To destroy cancer cells. Used for Stage II seminomas.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Chemotherapy for testicular cancer</strong></p> <ul> <li>Most testicular tumors respond very well to chemotherapy.</li> </ul></div> </div> <div class="drawer__section"> <a class="drawer__toggle" href="#">What You Should Expect</a> <div class="drawer__content rich-text component"><p>You will receive a thorough diagnostic evaluation and receive clinically-proven treatment by a board-certified urologist who specializes in testicular cancer. After surgery and any treatment, routine surveillance by your urologist will be necessary.</p></div> </div> <div class="drawer__section"> <a class="drawer__toggle" href="#">Multidisciplinary Care</a> <div class="drawer__content rich-text component"><p>Brigham and Women’s Hospital practices a multidisciplinary approach to patient care, collaborating with colleagues in other medical specialties. <a title="Genitourinary Cancer Treatment Center at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center" href="https://www.dana-farber.org/genitourinary-cancer-treatment-center/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center</a> gives you access to the world’s best cancer experts. The Department of Urology’s surgical oncologists work hand-in-hand with medical oncologists and radiation oncologists to create an individualized care plan. Specialists also include radiologists, pathologists, nurse specialists, social workers, palliative care specialists and dietitians.</p></div> </div> <div class="drawer__section"> <a class="drawer__toggle" href="#">Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center</a> <div class="drawer__content rich-text component"><p>To learn more about our cancer partnership, visit <a title="Genitourinary Cancer Treatment Center at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center" href="https://www.dana-farber.org/genitourinary-cancer-treatment-center/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center</a>.</p></div> </div> <div class="drawer__section"> <a class="drawer__toggle" href="#">Resources </a> <div class="drawer__content rich-text component"><ul> <li><a href="http://www.testicularcancersociety.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Testicular Cancer Society</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.cancercare.org/diagnosis/testicular_cancer" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CancerCare.org</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.testicularcancerawarenessfoundation.org/resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation</a></li> <li><a href="https://testicularcancer.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Testicular Cancer Foundation</a></li> </ul> <p>Visit the <a href="/patients-and-families/kessler-library/kessler-health-education-library">Kessler Health Education Library</a> in the Bretholtz Center for Patients and Families to access computers and knowledgeable staff.</p> <p>Visit <a title="Learn about Testicular Cancer Treatment at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center" href="https://www.dana-farber.org/testicular-cancer/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center</a> for more information about testicular cancer.</p> <p>Access a <a href="/patients-and-families">complete directory of patient and family services</a>.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="row iw_row" 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