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Types of Cancer - Testicular Cancer

What is Testicular Cancer?

Testicular cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the testicles which form part of the male reproductive system.

info What are the Symptoms?

blue bullet A small hard lump (like a dried pea) on the front or side of the
 testicles
blue bullet Anything that is abnormal for you
blue bullet Pain and/or tenderness in the testicles
blue bullet Blood in the sperm during ejaculation
blue bullet A build up of fluid in the scrotum
blue bullet Tenderness or enlargement of the breasts
blue bullet A dull ache in the lower abdomen or groin
blue bullet An increase, or significant decrease in the size of one testicle

If you experience any of the symptoms described, go to your GP as soon as possible.  Similar symptoms can occur in other conditions and does not necessarily mean that you have testicular cancer.

What can you do?

Check yourself regularly

If you do find something abnormal go to your GP as soon as possible.

info How to carry out a testicular exam
This can be carried out during or just after a shower, since the
scrotum is soft and relaxed.

blue bullet Place your scrotum in the palm of your hand
blue bullet Look for changes in size or weight (Remember it is common
 for one testicle to be larger than the other and for one to hang
 slightly lower)
blue bullet Gently roll each testicle individually between your thumbs
 and fingers using both hands
blue bullet You may feel a soft tube at the top and back of the testicle,
 this the epididymis which carries and stores the sperm. It may
 be quite tender normally to the touch
blue bullet Feel each testicle, each should be smooth without any lumps,
 or swellings.

Concerned about testicular cancer?

If you have any concerns about testicular cancer, please call our free and confidential helpline – 0800 783 3339. Alternatively, you can email one of our cancer information nurses directly on