Testicular Cancer

I was hoping for a good outcome from my scans... but deep down I was expecting the worst

Men rarely discuss their health, but I needed to after discovering a lump.

I rolled out of surgery with one fewer testicle, but also as more of a man for openly admitting it.

I hadn't been to the doctor in over two years, but now I was about to meet three new ones in less than a week.

A fun-filled day turned into a stressful night, followed by an even more terrifying morning when I felt a lump

Medicaid expansion reduced the rate of uninsured patients with testicular cancer, and in particular, enabled more men to have earlier stage diagnoses.

Germ cell tumors are growths that form from reproductive cells, which can be malignant or benign. In men, these tumors typically form in the testicles. The plus side is these tumors tend to respond well to treatment, even when diagnosed at later stages. However, one problem still persists after a cure.

Chad Bettis, pitcher for the Colorado Rockies, has returned to treatment, stating that his testicular cancer has spread.

Nerve and other damage from cancer treatments can impair men’s sexual function, and adjusting can be a challenge.

Like his signature backflip, Olympic figure skater Scott Hamilton’s vision for supporting patients with cancer is bold and unique.

Cisplatin therapy can cause hearing loss for men with testicular cancer, but preventive measures are emerging.

A recent study found that certain genetic mutations could play a role in cisplatin-induced hearing loss.

There’s been some debate in recent years about the true value and effectiveness of certain types of cancer screenings. This is, of course, a perfectly reasonable thing to be doing both in the name of advancing medical science, and especially in an environment where there's so much downward pressure on the costs of healthcare.

The first piece in Colin's journey with testicular cancer.

Many men are apprehensive to talk about and get checked for testicular cancer, although those conversations can be life-saving.

Survivors of testicular cancer may face an increased vulnerability to additional health problems after being treated with cisplatin-based chemotherapy.

Lack of insurance is one of the greatest barriers to access to health care.

A new study has shown that men with a history of testicular cancer have a higher incidence of developing prostate cancer, including intermediate or high-risk prostate cancer, compared with those without a history of testicular cancer.

Active compound in marijuana may increase testicular cancer risk

Controlling lymphedema with the old and the new.

Testicular cancer survivor Bob Hammer and his Have a Ball Foundation.