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It's important to check your
Testicular cancer is most commonly identified by a hard lump on or in the testicle.
Learn the facts about testicular cancer.
It’s almost always
curable
— even at a later stage.
Listen up guys.
Men should perform testicular
self-exams
These can be easily performed in the
shower or in bed, when the scrotum is
warm
and relaxes.
Roll each testicle between your thumb and fingers, paying attention for any hard lumps on or in the testicle that feel like rocks or the hard cartilage in the ear.
The epididymis is a structure attached to the testicle that runs along its entire side. It should feel tubular and like the soft part of the ear lobe.
Most testicles aren’t the same size – this is normal! However, watch for any change in size, shape or firmness over time
If you find a lump, make an
with your doctor.
appointment
Don’t panic or avoid going to the doctor!
Finding testicular cancer early generally
makes it more treatable, and over 95
percent of cases can be cured!
Other things to watch for
once a month beginning at puberty.