Testicular cancer generally has a favorable survival rate at any stage. Due to screening guidelines and increased awareness, it’s often diagnosed early, offering a good chance for a cure. Testicular ...

After a physical exam, a doctor may order an ultrasound and blood tests to confirm a testicular cancer diagnosis. A confirmed diagnosis usually results in the removal of the testicle for further lab ...

Testicular cancer originates in the testicles. Metastatic testicular cancer is an advanced stage of the disease. It occurs when cancer cells in the original sites travel through the lymphatic system ...

Platinum-based chemotherapy (PBCT) and radiation therapy (RT) for testicular cancer significantly increased the risk of premature death from other causes, especially secondary cancers, a large ...

Testicular cancer primarily affects young adults, with a higher mortality rate among Black men compared to other groups. Although rare, this type of cancer can progress rapidly, leading to adverse ...

Dr. Sarah Thompson, chief urologist at Metropolitan Cancer Center, explains that family history plays a crucial role in testicular cancer risk. Men with close relatives who experienced testicular ...

Testicular cancer, and some types of treatment for the cancer, can affect a person’s ability to have children. Some people may not be able to produce sperm or experience a decrease in sexual ability ...

Testicular cancer treatments, including orchiectomy and chemotherapy, can significantly impact male fertility, often leading to reduced sperm production and potential infertility. Fertility ...