If you find a lump, contact your doctor right away. Most lumps are found on the sides of the testicles, but some appear on the front. Remember that testicular cancer is highly curable, especially when treated promptly. TSE performed regularly is an important health habit, but it cannot substitute for a physician's examination. Your doctor should check your testicles when you have a physical exam.
Testicular cancer can cause a number of symptoms.
Early diagnosis of testicular cancer is especially important because the sooner cancer is found and treated, the better a man's chance for complete recovery. The diagnosis is made by removing the affected testicle through an incision in the groin, similar to a hernia operation, not through the scrotum. This is called an inguinal orchiectomy. Before the operation, a chest x-ray, blood for tumor markers, and a urine sample will be taken. The pathologist will examine the tissue under the microscope and determine what type of testicular cancer.