Testicular Cancer: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Methods
AI Summary
Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men aged 15-35. A painless hard lump in the testicle is the most important symptom. Treatment success exceeds 95% with early diagnosis.
What is Testicular Cancer?
Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in young men aged 15-35. When treated early, cure rates exceed 95%.
Symptoms
- Painless, hard lump in the testicle (most important symptom)
- Heaviness in the testicle
- Dull ache in groin or lower abdomen
- Breast enlargement (gynecomastia) in some types
Treatment
- Radical Inguinal Orchiectomy: Complete removal of the cancerous testicle
- Active Surveillance: Close monitoring for stage I disease
- Chemotherapy: BEP protocol for advanced stages
- Robotic RPLND: Minimally invasive retroperitoneal lymph node dissection with da Vinci system
Fertility Preservation
Sperm cryopreservation is strongly recommended before treatment.
Testicular Cancer Treatment in Izmir
Prof. Dr. Orçun Çelik provides comprehensive testicular cancer treatment at Izmir Bazekol Hospital including orchiectomy, surveillance protocols, and robotic RPLND.
