Diagnosis for Testicular Cancer
Diagnosis for testicular cancer will include:
- Blood Tests: A blood test will help measure the levels of human chorionic gonadotropin, alpha-fetoprotein, and lactate dehydrogenase. This will help determine if there is a tumor in your testicles.
- Ultrasound: This will help determine the presence and size of a tumor.
- Biopsy: This will involve the removal of a small tissue sample from the testicles for investigation using a microscope. A biopsy will determine if there is cancer or not.
Once the condition is confirmed, treatment will begin immediately. Testicular cancer is highly treatable, especially in the early stages. Most males who have been diagnosed with testicular cancer will live for at least another five years after diagnosis.
Treatment for Testicular Cancer
There are different options and approaches to treating testicular cancer, they include:
- Surgery
- Chemotherapy [2]
- Radiation therapy
- Stem cell treatment [3]
- Surveillance
Continue reading to learn more about these options.