What Age Group Is Most At Risk for Testicular Cancer?
People between 20 and 34 years old are the age group with the highest risk for testicular cancer. Testicular cancer is uncommon, but doctors recommend performing regular self-tests at home.
Testicular cancer is a highly treatable cancer that usually has a positive outcome. This cancer typically causes nodules and lumps to form in the testicles.
You can regularly check your testicles by rolling them between your fingers and looking for lumps and changes in their shape. Testicular cancer may also make them feel harder than usual or heavier.
If you notice any change, you should promptly contact a doctor. Diagnosing testicular cancer early can improve treatment outcomes.
This article reviews the age groups most at risk for developing testicular cancer, as well as symptoms to look for, other risk factors, and screening options.
The 5 most common signs and symptoms of testicular cancer:
- swelling of one or both testicles
- a lump or change in the shape of a testicle
- discomfort or a feeling of heaviness in the scrotum and abdomen
- a breast growth or soreness (gynecomastia)
- early puberty in people with testicles
