Men may typically complain of an increase in the size of the testis either rapidly or over a few months. In the initial stages there is no pain but advanced cases may have pain. There may also be heaviness or a dragging sensation in the testis.
It is important that if men have any doubt about swelling in the testis they should visit their urologist for an examination.
Dr. Ashish Yevale is an experienced urological surgeon and testicle doctor in Pune.
After being examined by the urologist, a Sonography of the testis and CT scan of the abdomen and chest is usually needed. Also crucial are serum tumor marker tests that your urologist will advise.
The process of confirming cancer involves a procedure called a high inguinal orchiectomy. Under spinal or general anesthesia, the testis is removed through an incision in the lower abdomen and not the scrotum. It is then sent for histopathological examination (HPE). The biopsy gives information about the type and aggressiveness of the cancer. Further treatment is decided based on these parameters.
Dr. Ashish Yevale is an experienced urological surgeon performing orchidectomy in Pune.
Once testicular cancer has been confirmed, and its stage known by CT scans and tumor marker levels, the options include Radiotherapy or Chemotherapy or just regular follow-up. These are individualized treatments and need to be discussed with your urologist based on tumor type, stage of cancer, and aggressiveness of cancer.
Dr. Ashish Yevale is an experienced urological surgeon and testicular cancer doctor in Pune.
Most urological cancers can be treated or well-controlled if detected early. Some cancers like prostate cancer may even stay with the patient for years without much effect to their daily life.
Meet your urologist whenever there is any
Doubt about your symptoms
Blood in urine
Family history of cancers
Urine symptoms with a history of smoking and tobacco use
Nervousness about such cancers