The testicular tumor usually manifests as a testicular nodule that can be detected by self-examination.
Testicular cancer metastasizes early, so it can present with the symptoms produced by metastasis.
The testicular tumor usually manifests as a solid and generally painless testicular nodule that can be detected by self-examination. It is uncommon for it to debut as hemospermia, that is, with blood in the semen. Scrotal pain is also rare, but can occur in cases of bleeding or intratumoral ischemia.
Testicular cancer is fast-growing (days or weeks) and usually depends on the testicle, although it can affect neighboring structures. Testicular cancer metastasizes early, so it can present with the symptoms produced by metastasis. For this reason, early diagnosis is essential to avoid progression of the disease.
In 7% of cases, gynecomastia or breast growth appears in the male. Infertility and hypogonadism (decreased sex hormones) may also occur.
In advanced cases general symptoms may appear, such as weight loss, absence of appetite or lumbar pain secondary to the appearance of the tumor mass in the retroperitoneum. This occurs because the lymphatic drainage of the testicles occurs at the level of the lymph nodes surrounding the aorta artery and the vena cava.
The incidence of testicular cancer has increased during the last decades, especially in industrialized countries, possibly in relation to genetic disruptors (pollution, chemical agents in water and food, etc.).
In addition, different genetic alterations associated with testicular tumor development and multiple risk factors have been described:
Robotic surgery is recommended in a variety of situations where its advantages can significantly improve patient outcomes compared to traditional open or laparoscopic surgery. It is considered especially beneficial in complex procedures where high precision and surgical dexterity are required in confined spaces, in patients with comorbidities and/or when urinary or erectile function is sought to be preserved.
It is a silicone prosthesis that is placed in place of the testicle so that the aesthetic impact is minimal. They are available in various sizes to place the type of prosthesis more in accordance with the anatomy of each person.
After surgery for testicular cancer, when we know what type of tumor is affecting you, we will start with systemic treatment. Even with metastases, the testicular tumor is cured in most cases.
It can be many things. Testicular tumor is rare, but we know that a timely diagnosis is almost 100% curative. Therefore, ask for a visit so that we can explore you and do an ultrasound.
Metastatic testicular cancer presenting with hematuria and flank pain