Testicular Cancer - Signs & Symptoms
If any signs or symptoms of testicular cancer are present, you need to see your doctor for further testing immediately.
Upon reaching puberty, all men should conduct a monthly testicular self-exam and ask your doctor during your yearly physical to perform one as well.
Warning signs & symptoms of testicular cancer:
A painless lump of any size or swelling in either testicle.
Enlargement of the testicle, change in shape, size, how the testicle feels, or any irregularities.
Pain or discomfort in the scrotum or testicle
A dull ache or sense of pressure in the lower abdomen or back
A feeling of heaviness or fullness in the scrotum
Enlargement or tenderness of the breasts due to elevated hormone levels
In most cases early stages of testicular cancer present themselves in a completely painless manner.
Advanced signs & symptoms of testicular cancer:
Significant weight loss (due to the growth of tumors and/or enlarged abdominal lymph nodes)
Low back pain
Chest pain, coughing or difficulty breathing
Coughing up blood (due to tumors in the lungs)
Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the abdomen and/or neck