This document provides information about testicular self-examinations. It explains that testicular self-examinations involve gently rolling each testicle between the thumbs and fingers to check for any lumps or changes in size, shape or consistency. The document emphasizes that performing monthly self-examinations can help detect any abnormal changes, as early detection of testicular cancer through self-examinations can prevent the cancer from spreading. Risk factors for testicular cancer and signs to watch out for like lumps or pain are also outlined. The document stresses that any abnormal changes detected during a self-exam should be reported immediately to a doctor.

2. Get Ripped
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The Process- Simple,
Quick, Hardcore
and Efficient!

3. Testicular
Self Examination
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Early detection and treatment
can prevent the spread of
testicular cancer!

4. What is Testicular Self Examination?
It is an examination of the testicles.
They are found under the penis ( inside the
scrotum) They produce sperm and a
male hormone- testosterone.
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5. Hold your penis up, Try this at home…
checking one testicle .
Hold it between the thumbs and
fingers and gently roll it- noting any
hard lumps or smooth rounded
bumps.
Note also if there is any change in
the size, shape or consistency of the
testicle.
Repeat

6. A normal testicle will contain blood
vessels and other structures that
may be confusing. By performing
the self exam each month you will
notice any changes.

7. Each testicle should
feel firm,
but not .
Always ask your doctor if
You have any questions.

8. One testicle can be lower or slightly larger than the other.
This is NORMAL!!
Always ask your doctor if you have any questions.

9.  About 8,590 new cases of testicular cancer will be
diagnosed.
 About 360 men will die of testicular cancer

10. Fact:
Testicular cancer is not common; a
man's lifetime chance of developing
testicular cancer is about 1 in 270.
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Treatment is very successful -
the risk very low:
about 1 in 5,000

11.  A history of testicular cancer in your family
 Previous testicular tumor
 Undescended testicle
 Being a teenager or young man (to about 35 years old)
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12.  You can't feel one (or both)testicle/s.
 A soft mass of tubes -- it could be a dilated veins
 There is pain or swelling in the scrotum -- it may be an
infection
 Sudden, severe (acute) pain in the scrotum or testicle
is an emergency. If you experience such pain, seek
immediate medical attention.
A lump on the testicle is often the first sign of testicular
cancer. If you find a lump, see a doctor right away.

13. Monthly self-examinations will
enable you to learn what is
normal for you -helping you to
observe any changes..
Always report any changes to
your physician right away

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