Risk Factors
Unlike many cancers, there are few strong risk factors for testicular cancer. To reduce your risk of developing cancer take a look at some of the general lifestyle factors below:
- Stopping Smoking
- Drinking alcohol in moderation
- Eating healthily
- Keeping active
Main Symptoms
1
- Change in shape (lump) or texture
- Increase in firmness
- Aches or heaviness in the scrotum
2
- Breasts swelling or tender
3
- Back pain
Testicular Self Examination
It’s quite normal for one testicle to be slightly larger than the other, and for one to hang a bit lower than the other.
Both should however be roughly the same size and smooth to the touch.
It is good to check after a shower when the scrotum will be warm and relaxed.
RESOURCES
Testicular Self-Examindation – https://youtu.be/I7QfH6w784Q
Cancer Research UK – https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/testicular-cancer/
NHS – https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/testicular-cancer/
Orchid Cancer – https://orchid-cancer.org.uk/product/testicular-cancer-awareness-poster/
Testicular Cancer – https://www.testicularcanceruk.com/
