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Remember, infection or injury can also cause testicular discomfort. Also remember that testicular cancer is highly curable, and the medical exam to diagnose it is painless – a simple ultrasound.
Know the symptoms.
Symptoms for testicular cancer can vary from man to man. Should you have any of these symptoms, make an appointment with your doctor immediately! The sooner testicular cancer is diagnosed, the better the prognosis can be.
• Lump on a testicle, or a swollen or hard testicle
• A collection of fluid in the scrotum
• Enlargement or tenderness of the breasts
• Heavy feeling or discomfort in the lower belly or scrotum
Know the exam – and do it every month!
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TIP: For the most effective results, it is best to do the exam right after a warm shower and in front of a mirror. Follow steps A, B and C below:
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A) Roll the left testicle up and down between your thumb and fingers. Repeat with the right testicle.
B) Examine the tubes (epididymis and spermatic cord) attached to the left testicle between your thumb and fingers. Repeat with the right testicle.
C) Lift the penis and roll the left testicle back and forth between your thumb and fingers. Repeat with the right testicle.
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