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Testicular Cancer

Testicular cancer is cancer in one or both testicles of young men. Approximately 1 in 300 men will develop testicular cancer. Treatment is usually successful, so the risk of dying from this cancer is very low.

Symptoms

• Lump or swelling in either testicle
• Pain in a testicle or scrotum
• A testicle that becomes bigger or smaller
• Dull ache in the abdomen or groin

Causes/Risk Factors

• Testicles that did not go down into the scrotum before birth
• Certain genetic syndromes
• HIV infection
• Family history of testicular cancer

Genetic Test

The following genetic tests may be appropriate based on your personal and/or family history:

• Genetic variants for testicular cancer

Schedule an Appointment

To speak with a board-certified genetic counselor about your risks for this disease:

• Schedule genetic counseling appointment online
• Or call 1-800-975-4819
• Send email

Learn more about scheduling.

Learn More

American Cancer Society

Support Groups

ACOR: Testicular Cancer Resource Center

TC-Cancer.com