Symptoms Testicular cancer is usually first detected as a painless lump or swelling in the testicle. It is most often found by the patient, but may also show up during a routine physical examination or during a medical examination done for other purposes - such as the investigation of
infertility. The cancer may give no warning signs or it may be accompanied
by symptoms such as a heaviness or collection of fluid in the scrotum, a dull ache in the abdomen or groin, pain in the testicle and an enlargement or tenderness in the breasts. These symptoms should be evaluated by a doctor, but you should keep in mind that they may be caused by conditions other than cancer.
Because testicular cancers which are found early are the most easily treated, it is a good idea for young men to examine themselves once a month or so after a warm bath or shower when skin of the scrotum is relaxed.