Surgery involves the removal of the testicle that is diseased. If only one testicle is removed, it does not impact the man's fertility or potency. If some of the lymph nodes in the abdomen are diseased and need to be removed there are other side effects that need to be discussed with your doctor. There are prostheses that can be implanted to replace the removed testicle if there is concern about appearance. Side effects include fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea and short term infertility.
Chemotherapy is used when the cancer has spread to other parts of the body.
A man who has had testicular cancer has an increased risk of getting it again and of getting other types of cancers. It is therefore imperative that you stay in touch with your doctor and get regular physical exams. All Concept Communications material is provided for information only and is neither advice nor a substitute for proper medical care. Consult a qualified healthcare professional who understands your particular history for individual concerns. Please refer to the list of centers at the top left side of this page instead.