How to Check Testicles
You are probably not too young to start checking your testicles for cancer. The Mayo Clinic recommends that all men, beginning at the age of 15, should perform regular self-testicular exams. Testicular cancer, although a rare form of cancer,...
Testicular Cancer Symptoms for Youth
Testicular cancer occurs most often in young men, aged 15-35. If detected and treated early, survival rates for testicular cancer exceed 90 percent. Doctors recommend that men perform a monthly self-exam to watch for changes that may signal...
Testicular Cancer
5 Things You Need to Know About Symptoms of Testicular Cancer
Like many kinds of cancer, testicular cancer can emerge silently with little or no symptoms. There is often no pain, no visible changes and no systemic symptoms. Testicular cancer does not usually interfere with urination, erection or...
5 Things You Need to Know About The Stages of Testicular Cancer
Doctors use the tests and scans that found your cancer to also decide what stage you are in. Staging refers to how far the cancer has spread; there are two methods of staging testicular cancer. Staging is important in allowing more accurate...
Testicular Cancer Symptoms in Youths
The incidence of testicular cancer in the United States is very low, accounting for only 1 percent of all male cancers. Testicular cancer is most often diagnosed in young, white men between the ages of 20 and 39, according to the National Cancer...
Men's Health Checklist
When comparing genders, it's men who tend to avoid checkups and neglect to make regular doctor visits. Once you get into your late 30s and beyond, it is important to keep a close watch on several health problems specific to men. A men's health...
Sexual Health FAQs 8
Sexual FAQs - VIII Q. I want to go on the birth-control pill, but I'm nervous about going for a gynecological exam. Could you describe what it's like, please? A. For information about your first gynecological exam, read GYN Exam. Here is the...
5 Ways to Prevent Cancer
Society has an abundance of methods to prevent cancer, and remarkably these methods do not require special equipment, expensive medications or special foods. Everything needed for good health surrounds people on a daily basis through technology,...
Testicular Tumor Symptoms
The two small organs located behind the penis are called the testicles and are a major part of the male reproductive system. The testicles---or testes---are responsible for making hormones (testosterone) and sperm in men. A testicular tumor is...
About Testicular Cancer Tumors
Testicular tumors are tumors that develop in the cells of the testicles, the egg-shaped male reproductive glands in the scrotum. There are numerous kinds of testicular tumors, but treatment with surgery, radiation and/or chemotherapy has produced...
Cycling and Testicular Cancer
Cycling is a rewarding physical activity with numerous health benefits. Cycling provides an aerobic exercise adaptable to the fitness level of the cyclist. However, even cycling carries potential long-term risks, particularly when riders spend...
Caution Signs for Cancer
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. It is caused by a variety of inherited and environmental influences. Treatment for cancer is dependent on the stage of...
3 Ways to Prevent Apraxia
The only way to prevent apraxia is to prevent the neurological event that causes it. The main causes of apraxia are strokes, dementia, brain tumor or lesion and traumatic brain injury. A positive family history of strokes and/or dementia can...
Penile Cancer Health Video
Penile cancer refers to a cancerous growth on the penis usually originating in the glands (head) or foreskin. Learn more about penile cancer, including symptoms and treatments, in this health video.