How do you describe testicular lumps?

They present as a lump, often described as feeling like a “bag of worms” or with a “dragging sensation”, and may disappear on lying flat.

Does testicular cancer in dogs spread?

Dogs affected with these tumors show very few symptoms, and the tumors are usually incidental findings. Seminomas arise from the cells of the testicle that normally produce sperm. The majority of seminomas are benign, and they rarely spread.

Does a lump automatically mean testicular cancer?

If you do find a lump, don’t panic. Finding a lump does not automatically mean you have testicular cancer. It does mean that you need to schedule an appointment to see your urologist as soon as possible.

Can a lump in the testicle be cancer?

Although a lump in the testicle can indicate testicular cancer, there are many potential causes of testicular lumps. It is important for people to be knowledgeable about other possible symptoms and to see a doctor if they have any concerns.

Are there symptoms of testicular cancer in boys?

Androgen-producing tumors may not cause any symptoms in men, but in boys they can cause signs of puberty at an abnormally early age, such as a deepening voice and the growth of facial and body hair. Even if testicular cancer has spread to other parts of the body, many men might not have symptoms right away.

Which is the first sign of testicular cancer?

A blood clot in a large vein is called deep venous thrombosis or DVT. A blood clot in an artery in the lung is called a pulmonary embolism and causes shortness of breath. For some young or middle-aged people, developing a blood clot may be the first sign of testicular cancer.

What causes a mass to form in the testicle?

The accumulating cells form a mass in the testicle. Nearly all testicular cancers begin in the germ cells — the cells in the testicles that produce immature sperm. What causes germ cells to become abnormal and develop into cancer isn’t known. Factors that may increase your risk of testicular cancer include:

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