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Men’s wellness guide: Testicular and prostate cancers
Testicular and prostate cancers are highly treatable when detected early, making regular check-ups essential for men of all ages.
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Understanding cancer
Here’s a guide to understanding each cancer, warning signs and prevention tips.
Prostate Cancer Warning Signs
Prostate cancer detection requires medical intervention. While a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test can indicate risk, a biopsy is the most accurate way to confirm the presence of cancerous cells. Common symptoms include:
- pain during urination or ejaculation,
- frequent urination (especially at night),
- erectile dysfunction, and
- blood in urine or semen.
Testicular Cancer Warning Signs
Self-exams are crucial for early detection. The American Cancer Society recommends examining each testicle separately, feeling for lumps or changes in size, shape or texture. Symptoms include:
- painless lumps,
- heaviness in the scrotum, and
- dull aches in the groin or abdomen.
Risk Factors
For prostate cancer, age and family history are significant risk factors. For testicular cancer, cryptorchidism (undescended testicles) and being between the ages of 20 and 40 increase the risk. Testicular cancer is most common in men around 33 years old.
Prevention Tips
To reduce the risk of these cancers:
- maintain a healthy lifestyle by following a balanced diet,
- exercise,
- limit alcohol intake,
- quit smoking, and
- schedule regular health check-ups.
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Be proactive
Early detection saves lives, so be proactive about your health and have regular screenings.
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