"More men age 15 to 39 get testicular cancer than any other cancer. Talk about it, check yourself"
MONTHLY TESTICULAR SELF-EXAM
Beginning at Age 15
The testicular self-exam is an easy way to check your own testicles to make sure there aren’t any unusual lumps or bumps – which can be the first sign of testicular cancer.
Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in males between the ages of 15 and 39.
1) Examine each testicle separately.
2) Hold the testicle between your thumbs and fingers with both hands and roll the testicle gently between the fingers.
3) Look and feel for any hard lumps or nodules (smooth rounded masses) or any change in size, shape, or consistency of the testicles.
4) Examine your testicles monthly so you will become familiar with what is normal and what is different.
5) Always report any changes to your doctor without delay.
The American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends a testicular exam as part of a routine cancer-related check-up.
A testicular self-exam is not to take the place of your annual visit to your physician.
Download the self-exam instructions here.
Learn more facts about testicular cancer here.
