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Can i get Testicular Cancer from having my Laptop on my Lap for extended periods of time?
I’ve heard studies of 20-ish men with laptop’s. They say it can cause reduced sperm count and possibly Testicular Cancer. Does anyone know if this is true?
20 people is not in the least bit credible. There’s no real evidence that laptops cause any problems. There’s no reason for them either- laptops aren’t radioactive. They emit nothing in any harmful spectrum.
How would I know I have testicular cancer?
There seems to be some growths….not necessarily hard bumps, on one of my testicles. Should I be afraid. Is there a clear/cut sign that I have Testicular Cancer? Sometimes the one that feels like it has a growth of some sort hurts like I was hit. It doesn’t hurt that bad though.
The signs of testicular cancer are:
pain
swelling
lumps in the testicular or groin area
This form of cancer usually affects men between the ages of 20 and 39. Usually they have also had a history of:
family history of cancer
an undescended testicle
abnormal testicle development
If this is a true growth, rather than a lump, chances are high that it is NOT cancer. However, the only way to know for sure is to see a doctor (preferably a urologist) as soon as possible. If you need more info, please don’t hesitate to email me.
Can a man have children after having testicular cancer?
if he does, does this affect the health of his children in any way, and are the childrens chances of getting (testicular) cancer higher, please need as much info about this as possible . thanks.
My father had Testicular Cancer at the age of 29; he had the affected testicle removed, and had radiotherapy.
He went on to father three more children, all of them very healthy, as are their children.
No, the children of men who’ve had testicular cancer are not at increased risk of getting it.
My father died aged 76 of something unrelated to cancer.
I just found out my friend may have testicular cancer?
My friend who is only 26 just found out that he may have Testicular Cancer. I can see he is very sad about this and goes in for testing today. I want to get him something to cheer him up, just something small. Does anyone have any ideas?
So sorry to hear bad news, but this is a very curable cancer. I’d help him by doing some research for him, because the last thing he wants to do is sit at a computer and read about it.
Besides a gift, find articles of guys who’ve been thru this and done well, what helped them, and find a local support group for him. Present this is clear easy to read info for him with phone numbers.
Maybe have someone call him who’s been thru it.
I’ve seen many guys do fine and are completely cured, but they must follow thru with their treatment.
You could also give him IOU’s, like a funny card or booklet of IOU’s you make, for foot massages, to run his errands, or cook for him, or something when he’s not feeling well. (He’ll probably undergo chemo and/or radiation at some point.)
It’s essential to have friends and support, so don’t let him isolate himself and keep trying to bring up his spirits. Don’t pity him, make him laugh.
Good luck to you both.
How to Detect Testicular Cancer
Through significant advances in medicine, more men are being cured of testicular cancer than ever before. Learn how to detect Testicular Cancer from a urologist in this health video.
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Get the Facts about Testicular Cancer and Catching it Early
Dr. Bruce Roth from the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center speaks on Testicular Cancer for Catch It Early, http://www.catchitearly.org
Duration : 0:4:41
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Could a hydrocele being concealing the signs of testicular cancer ?
Within the last two to three months i have noticed the presence of a hydrocele in my scrotum. Since i had no idea what it was i looked it up, upon reading these articles another potential worry arose. According to a couple medical articles that a hydrocele could be concealing Testicular Cancer. I’m only twenty years old.
Any information from people who have gone through this would be appreciated.
Most hydroceles are harmless. Medical articles are intended for those in the medical profession. There’s a lot of knowledge that goes into assimilating the content of articles like the ones you read. Knowledge that’s not contained in the article. Information like what you read about hydroceles concealing malignant tumors is true but perhaps what you don’t know is this usually applies to tense hydroceles but tense hydroceles can often mimic testicular cancer.
The thing with these articles is "Yes, true, but…" To truly appreciate what you read, you have to know about the exceptions, the rates of incidence and the variables and factors that are involved. The information about hydroceles hiding tumors puts practitioners on the alert, reminds them to be watchful for this for the simple fact that hydroceles CAN hide tumors. They don’t ALWAYS, they don’t USUALLY….. they CAN.
Testicular cancer isn’t a common form of cancer and is very treatable with a high cure rate, about 90%. Without mets, the rate is 100%.
So, your question: Could a hydrocele be concealing the signs of testicular cancer? Not really. The signs are more than just a lump. There can be breast enlargement and a hydrocele isn’t going to conceal that, is it?
See a urologist about this. Have an exam. Get diagnosed before you decide you have a hydrocele. The symptoms can resemble other conditions. And try not to worry.
Canadian Testicular Cancer Association: ‘Check ‘em’ – PSA TV Commercial
‘Check ‘em’ – PSA TV Commercial – The Canadian Testicular Cancer Association www.tctca.org
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How to Do Testicular Cancer Self Exams : Testicular Cancer Post Surgical Care Tips
Learn about post surgical care tips for Testicular Cancer in this free men’s health video.
Expert: Dr. Susan Jewell
Bio: Dr. Susan Jewell is a trained doctor and scientist in clinical research medicine, as well as a stem cell scientist in oncology and AIDS/HIV.
Filmmaker: Susan Jewell
Duration : 0:2:37
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What do you know about Testicular cancer?
I want to know everything you all know about Testicular Cancer. Symptoms, Surgeries, everything. What does your testes feel like if you have it, how long does it take to get really bad, and anything else you can think of. Thank you!!
My friend who is 19 got testicular cancer a few months ago. It started in April I think. He was really sick in bed with a temperature, and all of us thought it was the swine flu when all that first broke out. What I know is that he had quit smoking marijuana, and than BAM two weeks later he was sick. It didnt help that he hadnt had a girlfriend for a while and then he got one (thats why he quit smoking pot) so when he said his nuts hurt we thought it was blue balls. Then one night at work he asked me what to do b/c on of his balls were dramatically swollen. He went to the E.R. that night and they said he had Testicular Cancer. It’s very treatable the sooner it is caught. There is something in the blood that increases when a women is going to miscarry, and those numbers also increase when a man has testicular cancer. He didnt have to get chemo b/c he caught it so quick. So far all is well with him. I think one in ten guys get it.