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Testicular Cancer. Testicular cancer is of particular concern to young men , and can occur anytime after puberty . Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men ages 15-35. Testicular cancer is one of the most easily cured cancers . Statistics.
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Testicular cancer is of particular concern to young men, and can occur anytime after puberty. • Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men ages 15-35. • Testicular cancer is one of the most easily cured cancers. Statistics
The best way to ensure early detection is to learn how your testicles feel when they are normal. • TSE should be done once a month on a regular basis. • A TSE should be performed in a warm shower or right after one, when the scrotum is relaxed. Early detection: testicular self-exam
Check each testicle separately. Use both hands and your thumbs on top and the pads of your other fingers under and behind the testicle. • Gently roll the testicle. The surface should be smooth without lumps or areas of increased tenderness. • Do not rub the skin. Instead slide the skin around so you can feel the surface of the testicle itself. It is normal for one testicle to be larger or hang lower. Be sure to examine the other testicle. • On the backside feel the epididymisthe tube that stores and transports sperm. Steps to the Testicular Self Exam
The most common symptom of testicular cancer is small, hard, non-tender lump. It may also appear as: A) heaviness in lower abdomen or testicle B) dragging sensation in groin/dull ache in groin C) enlarged/swelling of testicle or swelling or tenderness in groin, breast, or neck D) change in consistency or shape of testicle or accumulation of fluid or blood in scrotum warning signs of testicular cancer
The risk of testicular cancer is 4 times higher for white males than black males. And highest among men with a history of undescended testicles as a child. • With early detection testicular cancer is a curable disease. • To be most effective, regular monthly self-examinations should be combined with routine yearly exams with your health care professional . Early detection is key
Teacher demonstration of proper testicular self exam procedure • Student practice proper TSE procedure TSE skill practice
Complete Journal #1 worksheet Student Reflection
True or False? • Testicular cancer is most common in men ages 39-59. • Most common symptom of testicular cancer is a small, non-tender lump. • TSEs should be done just three times a year to detect changes. Exit Ticket
