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.
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Testicular Cancer Treatment and Diagnosis
Chemotherapy, radiation therapy and different kinds of surgery have all been used as testicular cancer treatment. Read about the various treatment options in this section.
Insights for Testicular Cancer Treatment and Diagnosis
- Testicular cancer most commonly strikes before or during the years a man might consider fatherhood. As a result, some sites in this section discuss fertility and treatment. Though some treatment could impair a man’s fertility, options such as sperm banking can help a man have or expand his family after treatment.
- The progression of testicular cancer is described according to stages that indicate how far it has spread. Doctors use a variety of tests, including tumor markers that measure the presence of certain substances in the blood, to help determine what stage the cancer is at.
- Several famous men have successfully fought testicular cancer, including Lance Armstrong, Tom Green and Richard Belzer. Read about these men and others at the Testicular Cancer Resource Center Celebrity Page.
Top Sites for Testicular Cancer Treatment and Diagnosis
For testicular cancer diagnosis …
American Cancer Society
describes the methods used to diagnose testicular cancer, including ultrasound, surgery and blood tests. Once testicular cancer is diagnosed, one could expect to have other tests, such as a chest X-ray and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), to learn if the cancer has spread to other organs.
National Cancer Institute
has a question-and-answer page on tumor markers, or substances that can show up in blood, urine or tissue. Learn what tumor markers are, how they’re measured and how they’re used in cancer diagnosis.
For testicular cancer treatment …
American Cancer Society
outlines the treatment options available depending on testicular cancer’s stage. Don’t miss the general guide describing treatment options such as surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, oral chemotherapy and off-label drug use.
For side effects …
American Cancer Society
explains the various side effects of cancer treatments.
For fertility issues …
Fertile Hope
is a nonprofit organization that assists cancer survivors with reproductive support. Use the site’s “Risk Calculator” to determine the risks associated with the various testicular cancer treatments. Also learn about sperm banking and find out if you qualify for the organization’s “Sharing Hope Program for Men,” a program that offers discounted sperm banking services to eligible cancer patients.
For clinical trials …
ClinicalTrials.gov
, a clearinghouse operated by the U.S. National Institutes of Health, provides a list of research clinical trials currently underway to test experimental treatments for testicular cancer. To learn more about clinical trials, speak to your doctor, and read the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's guide.
To find a testicular cancer doctor …
American Urological Association
hosts an online directory of urologists. Use the search field to find a member physician by zip code.
Cancer.Net
has a database of oncologists. Search for an oncologist by city, state and specialty.
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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