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Testicular Cancer

General Information About Testicular Cancer

KEY POINTS

Testicular cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of one or both testicles.
Health history can affect the risk of testicular cancer.
Signs and symptoms of testicular cancer include swelling or discomfort in the scrotum.
Tests that examine the testicles and blood are used to detect (find) and diagnose testicular cancer.
Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.
Treatment for testicular cancer can cause infertility.

Read the full article on the National Cancer Institute website.

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