What kind of lump is testicular cancer?
Typical symptoms are a painless swelling or lump in 1 of the testicles, or any change in shape or texture of the testicles. The swelling or lump can be about the size of a pea, but may be larger.
What is the best way to detect testicular cancer?
Diagnostic surgery A biopsy through the scrotum for testicular cancer runs the risk of spreading the cancer, and can complicate future treatment options. Removing the entire testicle out of the scrotum is the only safe way to diagnose for testicular cancer.
Is testicular cancer fast growing?
There are two main types of testicular cancer – seminomas and nonseminomas. Seminomas tend to grow and spread more slowly than nonseminomas, which are more common, accounting for roughly 60 percent of all testicular cancers. How quickly a cancer spreads will vary from patient to patient.
Is testicular cancer lump hard or soft?
Testicular cancer The lump will usually form on the front or side of a testicle. It will often feel hard, and the entire testicle may feel firmer than usual.
How bad is testicular cancer pain?
Testicular cancer is not usually painful. But the first symptom for some men is a sharp pain in the testicle or scrotum.
Is testicular cancer lump movable?
Frequent Symptoms Testicular lumps are most often painless, although some do cause pain. They can also be movable or immovable. Some tumors may be smaller than a pea, while others can be larger than a marble.
What are warning signs of testicular cancer?
Signs and symptoms of testicular cancer include:
- A lump or enlargement in either testicle.
- A feeling of heaviness in the scrotum.
- A dull ache in the abdomen or groin.
- A sudden collection of fluid in the scrotum.
- Pain or discomfort in a testicle or the scrotum.
- Enlargement or tenderness of the breasts.
- Back pain.
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