Expert Testicular Cancer
Treatment in Faridabad
Highly curable germ cell tumour treatment with BEP (bleomycin, etoposide, cisplatin) chemotherapy and EP regimens — expertly managed by Dr. Novak Gupta, Senior Medical Oncologist.
What is Testicular Cancer?
Testicular cancer is the most common solid tumour in young men aged 15–35 and is one of the most curable cancers — overall survival exceeds 95%. It arises from germ cells in the testis, divided into seminoma (~55%) and non-seminomatous germ cell tumours (NSGCTs — ~45%, including embryonal carcinoma, yolk sac tumour, choriocarcinoma, and teratoma). Tumour markers — AFP (alpha-fetoprotein), beta-HCG, and LDH — are essential for diagnosis, staging, and monitoring. BEP (bleomycin, etoposide, cisplatin) chemotherapy is the gold-standard treatment for metastatic disease with outstanding cure rates even at Stage III.
Symptoms & Early Signs
Early recognition of symptoms leads to timely diagnosis and significantly better treatment outcomes. Do not ignore these warning signs.
Painless Testicular Lump
A painless hard lump or swelling in one testicle — the classic and most common presenting symptom of testicular cancer.
Testicular Heaviness
A dull ache or feeling of heaviness in the scrotum or lower abdomen — often present before a distinct lump is noted.
Gynecomastia
Breast enlargement or tenderness in young men — caused by beta-HCG secretion from choriocarcinoma component.
Back Pain
Persistent lower back or flank pain from retroperitoneal lymph node enlargement in Stage II/III disease.
Breathlessness
Shortness of breath or cough from pulmonary metastases — common in advanced NSGCT with lung involvement.
Fatigue & Weight Loss
Systemic symptoms of metastatic germ cell tumour — weight loss, fatigue, and night sweats in advanced disease.
Causes & Risk Factors
Understanding risk factors helps in early detection and prevention. Consult Dr. Gupta if you are at elevated risk.
Cryptorchidism (Undescended Testis)
The single strongest risk factor — men with undescended testis have a 3–10× increased risk even after orchidopexy.
Prior Testicular Cancer
Men with a history of testicular cancer in one testis have a 12× higher risk in the contralateral testis.
Family History
First-degree relatives (father or brother) with testicular cancer confer a 4–6× increased risk.
Klinefelter Syndrome
46XXY Klinefelter syndrome is associated with mediastinal non-seminomatous germ cell tumours.
Infertility
Men with conditions causing infertility (e.g. testicular atrophy) have higher testicular cancer risk.
Ethnicity
White men have 5× higher testicular cancer incidence than Black men; rising incidence globally.
Monthly Testicular Self-Examination — Detect Early, Cure Guaranteed
Monthly testicular self-examination — best done after a warm shower when the scrotum is relaxed — can detect a painless lump early when treatment is most effective. Any new scrotal lump should be evaluated with an ultrasound within days.
Ready to Take the First Step?
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