Men’s Health
Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is cancer that starts in the prostate gland. The prostate gland is found at the base of the bladder and is about the size of a walnut.
It is the most common cancer in men in the UK. Some trans women and non-binary people (who are born male) can also get prostate cancer.
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Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men aged between 15-45 years. It is more common in Caucasian males.
If found at an early stage a cure rate of 98% is usually possible and even when testicular cancer has spread to other areas of the body cure can still be achieved.
It is important to visit your GP as soon as you notice any lump or swelling on your testicle. Your GP will examine your testicles to help determine whether or not the lump is cancerous.
Symptoms
The earliest warning signs of testicular cancer usually include the following:
- A change in size or shape of a testicle.
- Swelling or thickening of a testicle.
- A firm, smooth, initially painless, slow-growing lump or hardness in a testicle.
- A feeling of testicular heaviness.
Men’s Health Week
It is important to have your annual “MOT” done. Men’s Health Week is usually in June but we strongly encourage you to speak with one of our doctors about your health concerns. Please contact the Reception team to book an appointment.
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