You take care of your family at home. You take care of you truck, your load and your job. Take care of yourself and protect your health!
Begin a regular, monthly testicular exam. While many believe the only symptom of testicular cancer is lumps, there are many other symptoms of testicular cancer to be aware of.
If you suddenly notice a lump or an enlarged testicle, a feeling of heaviness in the scrotum, a collection of fluid in the scrotum, a dull ache in your abdomen or groin, sudden back pain, or an enlargement or tenderness in your breasts, you need to be seen by a medical provider.– These are the most common symptoms of testicular cancer.
If caught early, testicular cancer is typically highly curable, as testicular cancer typically only affects one testicle.
To do a self exam, the American Cancer Society says to:
-Check one testicle at a time.
-Hold the testicle between your thumbs and fingers of both hands and roll it gently between your fingers.
-Look and feel for any hard lumps or smooth rounded bumps or any change in the size, shape, or consistency of the testicles.
As always, if you notice a sudden change in your body, or suddenly don’t feel well, and the symptoms persist, consult your doctor. Â It’s best to treat an illness in its early stages.
“Unfortunately, it is common for men to delay reporting these symptoms (up to an average of 5 months). Since the tumor can spread during that time, it is important to contact an urologist immediately when you have a symptom,” the Urology Care Foundation states.
Your health is the most important thing you have. Â Take care of yourself!
Sources:
Mayo Clinic
American Cancer Association
Urology Care Foundation