Testicular Cancer Stages

Question: can testicular cancer stage 1 relapse? my brother last year had testicular cancer stage 1.everything work out well until now, his follow up tummor marker test afp the last few months it was eleveted 15.57 the most and the normal levels are 10.00 the most . what it can be?

Answer: Any cancer of any stage can recur, although adequately treated Stage I testicular cancer has a pretty low rate. Watching tumor markers is an excellent way to detect a recurrence, which really represents tumor cells that escaped being killed in the first wave of treatment. Using markers lets doctors use milder treatments on most patients with limited disease, and then using more aggressive treatment if markers rise. One elevated marker alone is not enough to panic. The blood work will be repeated and compared and if the second set is normal, it will be repeated in a shorter interval, most likely. If it is still elevated or rises, more testing will be done to locate the residual tumor and treatment will be restarted. You didn't say what type of testicular tumor he had, so I can't say whether it will be chemo, radiation or a combination of the two. Even if the cancer is showing up again, don't despair. Look at Lance Armstrong who had Stage IV testicular cancer involving his brain and is now doing just fine. And use this opportunity to preach testicular self examination to everyone you know. Testicular cancer is the most common type for men between 15 and 35, and every man past puberty should learn to examine his testicles and do so every month for life. It saves lives.

Question: can you conceive with late stages of testicular cancer?

Answer: Yes you can . It took me 6 years but I did and this after they told me that it wouldn't happen . Keep the faith

Question: What is normal treatment schedule for someone receiving radiation treatment for stage one testicular cancer? my friend is under going treatment~ how many times a week will they need to go?

Answer: RT administered after orchiectomy effectively prevents relapse in over 95 percent of patients with clinical stage I seminoma. Because of the potential risks of impaired fertility, second malignancy, or late cardiac disease, adjuvant RT is generally restricted to older patients in whom active surveillance is not appropriate. For pure seminoma (a subtype of testicular cancer), a short course of chemotherapy is preferred to radiation therapy. That being said, most radiation oncologists will treat on a Mon-Fri schedule daily for 2-3 weeks depending on the chosen dose of radiation.

Question: Is this a beginning stage of testicular cancer? I've noticed a dull pain in my testicles. I've just noticed it & I'm kinda getting worried. I'm only 17 and If I still feel it on tuesday I'm going to tell my parents about it. I have not had sex. And I've noticed the right side (where it pain is) is larger then the left.

Answer: I doubt it. If it persists see a doctor.

Question: Can too much masturbation cause testicular Cancer? I just want to know, and I'm about to turn 13 and I'm going through puberty. Any fellow teens or adults who remember this stage help! And if testicular cancer can occur, what are the symptoms and is it contagious and deadly? Thanks a lot!

Answer: Testicular cancer is one of the most common cancers in young men between the ages of 15 and 35, but the disease also occurs in other age groups, so all men should be aware of its symptoms. While testicular cancer is common among young men, young men typically do not develop any kind of cancer, so overall, testicular cancer is a relatively rare disease. This form of cancer is almost always curable if it is found early. Most testicular cancers are found by men themselves, either as a painless lump, a hardening or change in size of the testicle, or pain in the testicle. Children born with an undescended testicle have an increased risk of getting testicular cancer, regardless of whether surgery is done to correct the problem. However, the surgery should still be done to preserve fertility. The theory is that the increased risk of testicular cancer is due to whatever caused the undescended testicle, not just by the fact that the testicle was undescended so enjoy playing with your little bugger

Question: Difference between advanced testicular cancer and another advance cancer such as advanced lung cancer? Why is it that one cancer (testicular cancer) has a good response to treatment even when it is in an advanced stage and then advanced lung cancer has a very poor response to treatment when it is in an advanced stage?

Answer: brandon - You're on your way to becoming a cancer specialist. In addition to the two cancers you mentioned, there are about 200 others that may be found in humans. There is no one cancer of the testis, but the main four are types of cancer that develop in the testes are seminoma, teratoma, embryonal carcinoma, and choriocarcinoma. They vary greatly in their malignant behavior from very curable to deadly and very different in their response to treatment. . There are several other cancers of the testis. Lung cancers are divided into two main groups = non small-cell and small-cell types. Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) NSCLC accounts for about 80% of lung cancers. There are different types of NSCLC, including: Squamous cell carcinoma (also called epidermoid carcinoma). This is the most common type of NSCLC. It forms in the lining of the bronchial tubes and is the most common type of lung cancer in men. Adenocarcinoma. This cancer is found in the glands of the lungs that produce mucus. This is the most common type of lung cancer in women and also among people who have not smoked. Bronchioalveolar carcinoma. This is a rare subset of adenocarcinoma. It forms near the lungs' air sacs. Recent clinical research has shown that this type of cancer responds more effectively to the newer targeted therapies. Large-cell undifferentiated carcinoma. This cancer forms near the surface, or outer edges, of the lungs. It can grow rapidly. Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) SCLC accounts for about 20% of all lung cancers. Although the cells are small, they multiply quickly and form large tumors that can spread throughout the body. Smoking is almost always the cause of SCLC. Responses to treatment and aggressiveness vary. There is no simple and short answer to your original question.

Question: Testicular cancer.. .effects? ok.. so another question for my health project.. i have to know how you would know late stage testicular cancer.. like how long until it really affects you and its too late? me and my friend had to do a project on cancer and we have to know "everything" about it.. and then she gave us a list of things to consider

Answer: Regrettably the late stages of testicular cancer mimic the late stages of so many cancers, like ovarian and colo-rectal and even leukaemia; weight loss lethargy and fatigue (extreme) pain (especially in the abdomen) deformity of the primary cancer site by tumour load (deformity of the testicle) pain in the bones (from metastasis) blood in semen and or urine abnormal sensitivity of the scrotum loss of sexual function/desire enlarged lymph nodes in the groin Local oedema of the scrotum, groin and lower extremities abnormal bowel and bladder function (from tumour impingement on the these organs, or from metastasis) If the disease metastasises to the brain, pancreas or liver, you can end up with other symptoms like neurological abnormalities (loss, changes in speech, gait, vision, smell, comprehension and personality), jaundice, diabetes, blood in stool or urine, etc.

Question: What happens to you stage by stage if you don't treat testicular cancer? Like try giving me a time frame like let's say I got it, what would happen a week if it wasn't treated. A month, 6 months, a year, etc. Would the person end up losing the penis altogether?

Answer: It will spread to the rest of your body and you will die a slow death.

Question: It it common to delay treatment for BEP chemo for testicular cancer if the white blood count is low? My son has stage 2A test cancer non sen....Is it common to delay treatment to see if his white blood count goes up?This would be his 2nd cycle. They don't want to raise it with medication. Does this change his prognosis. He has no tumor markings, however they saw something in his lymph nodes.

Answer: yes it is common.

Question: suspecting a testicular cancer? so it started when I heard about the testicular self-examination...I did it and I felt something (maybe its normal or maybe im mistaken..i dont know)...anyways I went to the GP doctor and told me it might be a hydrocele and he told me to go to do an ultrasound...I did it and the doctor told me there is nothing wrong...then a month after that I went to another doctor and he told me nothing is wrong but I had a minor infection and he treated it..but nowadays I still feel there is something weird down there..so my questions are: how can I tell if its cancer or its just the epididymis?....what are the stages of testicular cancer (Ps:I've suspected this for 4 months) and what should I do now :S yea thats true...but I heard that some people actually went to several doctors without spotting what's wrong...

Answer: if you are really honestly worried about this go to a different doctor and get some other perspectives and tests done! there is no way to be certain...

Question: how long does it take for stage 3 seminoma(testicular cancer)to kill you if not treated?

Answer: It depends on where the cancer eventually spreads to . . it could be very quick or very long. Lance Armstrong was suffering from severe headaches before he went to seek help for his stage IV testicular cancer. The cancer had metastasized. He had two or three lesions on the brain at that point as well as tumors in his lung and abdomen. I believe he had six months to a year of treatment over ten years ago and is now cancer free. Lance Armstrong http://www.livestrong.org/site/c.jvKZLbMRIsG/b.736583/k.C7AA/Lance.htm

Question: why is testicular cancer more prevalent in younger males? I've done a little research.. pretty much the only thing i've gathered so far is that it has something to do when you're still in the embryonic stage or an undescended testical.. Could another factor be that younger males tend to be more sexually active?

Answer: testicular cancer is also more prevalent in upper middle class white males

Question: What should be the last book I read if I have testicular cancer and only 3 weeks left to live? Book can delve into any topic, and price of book is absolutely no problem at this stage. Only time is.

Answer: The Holy Bible Unless you are dedicated to reading it, you may not finish. So my suggestion is start with the new testament and the 4 gospels. The Bible wasn't meant to be read like a traditional book, as you can start anywhere and still understand what you are reading. If you want the most out of the Bible in a short time, may I suggest the New Living Translation with red letter. Easy, modern day words and the red lettering indicates what Jesus said. God has blessed you!

Question: Testicular Cancer!? plz answer? i think i have testicular cancer but i feel lumps on both of them?! does that mean that i will have them both removed and will i feel normal after removal? oh and how long does it take to fully develop into stage four cancer because i have had it or over 2 years but im going to go see a doc next week. pls answer

Answer: hahaa your screwed

Question: Question about cancer? If a guy had testicular cancer stage 3 and they treated him chemo how long would he have to live?

Answer: The stage of a cancer tells the doctor how far the cancer has spread. It is important because treatment is often decided according to the stage of a cancer. Your doctor will decide the stage of your cancer by looking at the results of your tests and scans. There are different ways of staging cancers. The two main ways are the TNM system and number systems. You have quoted from the number system, therefore I shall discuss that method. Stage three (3) means that cancer cells have spread to the lymph nodes in the chest or above the collarbone. The patient may also be classed as Stage 3 if he has high levels of markers, even if there is no sign of spread to these lymph nodes. The outlook for testicular cancer is one of the best for all cancers. Most men are cured. And some men are cured even after the cancer has spread. There are two main types of testicular cancer - Seminomas and Non-seminomas. About 40-45% (40-45 in 100) of testicular cancers are pure seminomas. Most of the rest are mixtures of these other types of non-seminoma testicular cancers. Teratoma. Embryonal carcinoma. Choriocarcinoma. Yolk sac tumours. About 70 out of every 100 men (70%) diagnosed with stage 3 seminoma live for more than 5 years after diagnosis. Most men have a good prognosis. Good prognosis means that the seminoma has spread only to the lymph nodes or the lung. It must not have spread anywhere else. About 86 out of every 100 men (86%) with pure seminoma in this category live for at least 5 years. Some men have an intermediate prognosis. Intermediate prognosis means that the seminoma has spread beyond the lung or lymph nodes, to other parts of the body such as the brain, liver or bone. About 72 out of every 100 men (72%) with pure seminoma in this category live for at least 5 years. The prognosis is also very good for non-seminoma testicular cancer. Non-seminoma testicular cancer statistics can also be worked out on the basis of the number stages. About 70 out of every 100 men (70%) diagnosed with stage 3 non seminoma testicular cancer live for more than five years after they are diagnosed. Good prognosis means that your primary cancer was in your testicle, or at the back of your stomach or abdomen (retroperitoneal). It may have spread to the lungs or lymph nodes, but must not have spread to anywhere else in your body. Your markers are only slightly above normal. About 92 out of every 100 men (92%) with non-seminoma testicular cancer in this group live for at least 5 years. Intermediate prognosis is the same as for good prognosis, except that the markers are higher - moderately above normal. About 80 out of every 100 men (80%) with non seminoma testicular cancer in this group live for at least 5 years. Poor prognosis means that the primary cancer arose in your chest (mediastinum). Or that the cancer has spread to somewhere else in your body, apart from the lungs or lymph nodes, such as the bone, liver or brain. You may also be in this category if your marker levels are high. About 48 out of every 100 men (48%) with non-seminoma testicular cancer in this group live for at least 5 years. You should be aware that statistics are always slightly out of date. Doctors have to follow the progress of their patients over many years in order to get the statistics. So, by the time they are published, treatment may have moved on and patients may be doing better anyway. I add a link with details of stage 3 Seminoma and stage 3 Non-Seminoma testicular cancer http://www.cancer.gov/ cancertopics/pdq/treatment/ testicular/HealthProfessional/ page8 Hope this helps matador 89

Question: info on testicular cancer? If you have testicle cancer and it has spread to both testicles what stage is that?...What is stage 4? how long does testicular cancer take to develop because i have a lump above my left testicle which the doc has told me it is a cyst but now i have another lump above my right one so im kinda worried....the lumps developed within a few weeks

Answer: http://tcrc.acor.org/staging.html This website has a lot of good info concerning testicular cancer.