Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer is a somewhat rare form of cancer that affects the testicles, part of the male reproductive system. The American Cancer Society calls testicular cancer a “highly treatable and usually curable type of cancer.” Use the Testicular Cancer Web Guide to find reliable information on this form of cancer.
Expand All Guide SectionsTesticular Cancer Overview
The testicles are where a man’s body produces testosterone and other hormones, along with sperm cells, which are necessary for reproduction. In some men, cells grow when they aren’t supposed to, and can form cancerous tumors on one or both testicles. Get a testicular cancer overview with the sites below.
Insights for Testicular Cancer
- For white men, the prevalence of testicular cancer is more than double what it was 40 years ago, and doctors are seeing an increase in the number of diagnosed cases among black men as well. Researchers don’t know why testicular cancer is more common in Caucasian men.
Top Sites for Testicular Cancer
For an overview of testicular cancer …
Planned Parenthood
offers a brief overview of testicular cancer that discusses its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
For a testicular cancer glossary …
The Testicular Cancer Resource Center
(TCRC) was started by two men who survived testicular cancer. Use glossary for testicular cancer and related terms that may be helpful to consult when reading more technical information.
For the different types of testicular cancer …
American Cancer Society
(ACS) has an article describing the different types of testicular cancer. Read how most testicular cancer develops in the germ cells (sperm-producing cells) and results in the two main types of testicular cancer: seminomas and nonseminomas.
For testicular cancer symptoms …
Mayo Clinic
has a short list of testicular cancer symptoms, along with diagrams of the male reproductive system and testicular lumps. Don’t miss an endocrinologist’s explanation of the causes of testicle pain.
For testicular cancer causes …
American Cancer Society
discusses testicular cancer causes, which are largely unknown, though some risk factors have been found.
American Academy of Family Physicians
profiles who is more likely to get testicular cancer. Learn testicular cancer signs, and how to perform a self-exam.
Testicular Cancer Treatment and Diagnosis
Chemotherapy, radiation therapy and different kinds of surgery have all been used as ... read more »
Coping With Testicular Cancer
Many sites on the Web offer stories of recovery from testicular cancer, advice, message boards, ... read more »
Testicular Cancer News and Research
There is ongoing scientific study of testicular cancer’s causes, genetic roots and treatment. ... read more »
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