Matt_24 said:Hi AZ family,
Well - I went to the ER today and a mass was found on my right testicle. The doctor performed a sonogram and it does appear to be a tumor. They are removing the testicle tomorrow and sending it off to pathology for testing. They'll know in 4-5 days whether or not it is cancerous, and of course they did some blood work and will know tomorrow how that looks for cancer.
I'm not looking foward to having my testicle removed, but if it gets cancer out of me --- do what you gotta do. Needless to say though, I'm scared sh*tless (or in this case n*tless - have to keep my sense of humor, if I don't laugh I'll cry). Please say a prayer for me if you find an extra second, because I believe with all my heart that they will help.
Thanks,
Matt
rackmsuckr said:Matt, I am so sorry to hear this news. The good news is that if it is cancer, it is one of the most treatable if found early.
Testicular cancer is one of the most curable forms of the disease. Studies show that the cure rate exceeds 90% in all stages combined. The 5-year survival rate for stage 1 and stage 11 testicle cancer is more than 95%. The 5-year survival rate for stage 111 disease, in which cancer has spread beyond local lymph nodes, is 75%.
Go here for a great site with information.
It is interesting to note that "Get a Grip!" Testicular Cancer Awareness Week Campaign was April 1-7.
Take care and many prayers are going out your way. Be strong.![]()