HealthChat Men's Health
Not aLoad of "Ball"
Now listen up gents. We're going to discuss something which
statistics show you are slow to detect. A “something”
which is becoming more common and yet can be effectively
treated if caught at an early stage.
The “something” is testicular cancer.
No - don't click to another page - this is a serious matter.
Consider these facts:
- In young men in the UK, testicular cancer is the most
common form of cancer: it occurs chiefly in the 20 - 40
age group.
- In the last 20 - 25 years the incidence of testicular
cancer has more than doubled.
- Testicular cancer is one of the most curable cancers
- IF caught at an early stage, 90% of sufferers will make
a complete recovery.
- Regular self-checks will enable you to detect the disease
early enough.
- Sadly only 3% of men between 20 and 40 years old regularly
check their testicles.
- Sadder still is the fact that that over 50% of sufferers
fail to consult their GP before the cancer has spread
from its initial site, thus reducing the chances of cure.
So, the bottom line has got to be: forget the embarrassment
and carry out a regular self-examination at least once a
month (the best time is after a shower or bath - a time
when the muscle of the scrotum is relaxed and it is easier
to feel the testicles). A regular check could be a real
lifesaver.
For a full explanation of self-examination and what to
look out for go to:
www.medical-legal.co.uk/patient_info/ballgame.htm#How
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