The Hidden Cancer Symptom Men Shouldn’t Ignore – Health Digest

Men between the ages of 15 and 45 are the most at risk of developing testicular cancer. Having an undescended testicle, a family history of the disease, or infertility, and being a non-Hispanic white male are other risk factors. Apart from changes in the size and feel of your testicles and a feeling of heaviness in your scrotum, you may also notice an ache in your lower abdominal region or groin, testicles, or back. You may also experience enlarged breast tissue or a shrinking testicle, also known as testicular atrophy. 

Testicular cancer is on the list of cancers that can easily go undetected in men because people can remain asymptomatic until it reaches an advanced stage. It’s worth noting that prostate cancer is also on the same list. Although rare, it is possible for prostate cancer to affect your testicles, too, so look out for any changes if you’ve been diagnosed with this. Not keeping an eye on the testicles is a health mistake men don’t realize they’re making, but it’s also important to know what to do if you notice any appearance or sensation-related changes in this area.