Testicular Cancer: Signs, Symptoms and Causes with Dr. Ramdev Konijeti | San Diego Health

What is testicular cancer? What do testicular cancer symptoms feel like? Scripps urologic oncologist Dr. Ramdev Konijeti discusses commonly asked questions about testicular cancer, including signs, symptoms, causes, risk factors, how often to do a self-exam and more. Learn more: www.scripps.org/6962yt
0:32 - What is testicular cancer?
0:44 - What causes testicular cancer?
1:14 - What are testicular cancer symptoms?
1:37 - Is testicular cancer painful?
1:52 - Is breast pain in men a symptom of testicular cancer?
2:09 - Is it possible to experience no symptoms if you have testicular cancer?
2:21 - Can testicular cancer spread to other parts of the body?
2:35 - What are signs that testicular cancer has spread to other parts of the body?
4:02 - How do you know it's time to see a doctor for symptoms of testicular cancer?
4:50 - Who is at risk for developing testicular cancer?
5:54 - Are certain ethnicities at higher risk for testicular cancer than others?
6:16 - Are you at higher risk for developing testicular cancer if you have HIV or AIDS?
6:50 - Why do people typically develop testicular cancer at a young age?
7:12 - What is a testicular cancer test?
7:50 - How is testicular cancer treated?
8:13 - What is the recovery time for someone who has had a testicle removed due to testicular cancer?
8:36 - What is laparoscopic surgery for testicular cancer?
9:29 - Does removing a testicle affect a man's ability to have sex or have children?
10:39 - Do you have to do radiation or chemotherapy for testicular cancer?
11:04 - What is the survival rate foe testicular cancer?
11:34 - How often should you do a self-exam of your testicles?

[@chefhitsdafan6457]

Great video!!

[@davesarah324]

I feel so scared listening to this I feel depersonalized lost from my emotions and thought and I got some kinda bombs in my left testicle , it feels like it vibrating i am so scared back pain and stomach pain

[@scrippshealth]

Hi Dave, we recommend contacting your provider right away about this pain you're experiencing. If you need a physician referral, please reach out to us at [e-mail] and we'll connect you with a team member who can help.

[@natas74d7]

I'm 14 and I have a bump on my right testical and was wrondering if I should be worried. It's been 6 months since my physical and haven't felt any rapid growth. I'm scared and this bump is really worrying me.

[@scrippshealth]

Hi Natas, any newly identified lump or bump within the scrotum, whether on the testicle or adjacent to the testicle, should be discussed with your physician. We would be happy to provide you with a physician referral if you are in need of one. Take care.

[@Traize01]

Hopefully i can get an answer to this, but about 2 weeks ago i started noticing a small dull ache, not even painful at all, around my left groin area, near were the leg and groin meet kinda, it comes and goes, sometimes for hours, at first i thought it had something to do with testicular stuff, but after feeling everything multiple times everything feels normal, no lumps or anything out of the ordinary, no swelling, no pain, going to the bathroom and even sexual activities feel completely fine, but just this random upper groin feeling. Anyone have a clue on what it could be?

[@scrippshealth]

Hi there, we recommend speaking to your provider about this as they will be best suited to help you with this. We hope you feel better soon!

[@ashmike4683]

Can testicular cancer lump stays same size for years?

[@scrippshealth]

Hi Ash, we recommend speaking to your provider about this and they will be best suited to answer this for you.

[@umerasif6352]

My brother diagnosed with testicular cancer ... so hopeless :(

[@scrippshealth]

We are so sorry to hear this, Umer. If there is anything we can do to help, please reach out. Sending your family our love!

[@louisronan5903]

I have 3 intra-testicular hypoechoic lesions in my right testicle but they are non-palpable and my blood tests are negative and my urologist told me I’m fine. Still feel a bit paranoid though.

[@scrippshealth]

Hi Louis, we regret to hear you are going through this. If there is something we can do to assist you, feel free to reach out.

[@aravindk3815]

Is it possible to get the doctor's number

[@scrippshealth]

Hi there, please call 858-682-1767 to be connected to a Scripps MD Anderson team member who can help you. Thank you!

[@johnytayung7401]

Can it be cure or not

[@scrippshealth]

Hi Johny, your doctor will be the best person to assist you with this.

[@davesarah324]

Someone help

[@user-pq1lk4bs4x]

My left ball looks so smaller than right one is it sing of testicular cancer

[@scrippshealth]

Hi there, if you are concerned about your health, please reach out to your provider.

[@deadpoolwrestler7179]

I just want to know why my balls randomly hurt 9 months or a year, not this. All I have to do is relax and the pain finally goes away.

[@scrippshealth]

Hi there, we recommend speaking to your provider about this and they will be best suited to assist you with this. We hope you feel better soon.

[@christopherwinters7320]

Are the lumps that you’re talking about are they on the outside of the Testicles

[@scrippshealth]

Hi Chris, any newly identified lump or bump within the scrotum, whether on the testicle or adjacent to the testicle, should be discussed with your physician. We would be happy to provide you with a physician referral if you are in need of one. Take care.

[@somedude626]

I’ve been through it take your cancer testicle removed gentleman if you feel any type of pain or bump don’t wait to get a approval through your insurance through your regular doctor go to the ER and get an ultrasound. Tell him you have pain and that you might think it’s a tumor get it then don’t wait for your general practice doctor to send a referral that could be weeks and months to months don’t do it. Call the hospital ER set an ultrasound to do it. Get it get it done that way.

[@scrippshealth]

We're sorry to hear you've been through this! And absolutely, it's important to speak with your physician if you're experiencing any symptoms.

[@MR_FLIP1994]

Even know I don't have Testicular cancer should I still get caught by a doctor

[@scrippshealth]

If you have any health concerns, it's best to see a doctor.