How is testicular cancer diagnosed?
Symptoms can be caused by cancer or by other, less serious problems, such as inflammation in the testicle (orchitis) or in the tissue surrounding the testicle through which sperm passes (epididymis). To find out the cause of any of the signs or symptoms, a man’s doctor will do a careful physical exam and ask about the man’s family medical history. During the physical exam, the doctor will feel the testicles for any swelling or tender areas, as well as feel a lump, if one is present, to note its size and location.
