Testicular Cancer

Alternate Names : Germ Cell Cancer of the Testicle, Seminoma

What can be done to prevent the disease?

Nothing can be done to prevent this kind of cancer. Any lump in the testicle should be reported promptly to a healthcare provider. Early detection is critical to successful treatment. It is important that every man perform testicular self-examination routinely.

What are the long-term effects of the disease?

This cancer is fatal if not treated. With treatment, however, over 70% of men are long-term survivors.

What are the risks to others?

Testicular cancer cannot be spread to other people, even intimate partners.