Dmab folks, it is very important to perform self-exams every month. Be familiar with your body. Early detection is key with all types of cancers.
– Duck
And if you do find lumps, don’t kid yourself. Go to the doctor. I found some lumps last July and at first i was too scared and tried to fool myself into thinking it was no big deal. Then I remembered that most of my mom’s side of the family has cancer in some form or another. I had an ultrasound done and I’m very grateful it turned out to be benign, but imagine if it wasn’t. Don’t take the risk.
yes, this is super important. never ever think “nah, it’ll probably be fine” or “i don’t want to waste the doctor’s time–” your health and safety is never a waste of time. please always go see a doctor is there are any irregularities in your body!
– mod moth
Signal boost for health! I know people who had this while young!
If you’ve got testicles, check them. And if you find something, go see your doctor. It’s worth the embarrassment.
I’ve been to the doctor both for a false alarm and for a real threat. The first time was a relief – and so was the second. Scary, yes, but hearing my doctor say “I don’t know how you caught it this early; this is earlier than anyone normally finds anything.” was heartening in the face of what was ahead.
Make it easier on yourself. Check early, check often, don’t kid yourself.
I know I post a lot of “that girly stuff,” but this is just as important. And folks: don’t think “I’m too young to get testicular cancer”. Testicular cancer hits young guys, average early 20s. Prostate cancer is for the oldies. So check ‘em out.
