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Cancer

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University Composition and Communications ll

Stephanie Marschner

One of the most famous testicular cancer survivors said, “Pain is temporary, quitting last forever!” –Lance Armstrong

Cancer remains the second most common cause of death in the US, accounting for nearly 1 of every 4 deaths. Is being diagnosed with testicular cancer, a death sentence? Testicular cancer is not common; a man’s lifetime risk of getting it is about 1 in 270. The risk of dying from this cancer is about 1 in 5,000. Every year, in the U.S., an estimated 8500 men are diagnosed with testicular cancer and about 350 die from the disease. That averages to every hour of every day some man hears,” You have testicular cancer.” (Testicular …show more content…

According to the American Cancer Society, the survival rates are 96 percent regionally. (SEER) data base 2003-2009.

Are you a man? Then self-exam. Regular self-examination is so important and many times self-exam discoveries of specific changes lead to the early detection of testicular cancer, not by doctors, but by those who regularly look for lumps, or enlarged or hardening of the testicles. This early detection is paramount to the survival rate and for those who catch this type of cancer early will see a 95 percent survival rate from testicular cancer. However, it is important to seek medical attention immediately, if there are any uncertain questions, concerning any changes to the testicles. (National Cancer Institute) 2014

Why don’t men go to the doctor? This question has been around since Adam first ate the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden. I am not sure if the answer will ever be discovered, however it is certain that those men who regularly self-examine themselves, have a greater chance of early testicular detection, than those who do not. Is being diagnosed with testicular cancer a death sentence? It could be for those who ignore the warning signs.

Despite the fact that cancer remains the second most common cause of death in the US., testicular cancer survival rates remain at 95 percent, with early detection and proper treatment. This means that personal self-examination and annual doctors visits could raise your

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