Cancer Support
Related: About this forumMy son may have testicular cancer age 27
Per an ultrasound and physical examination last night at an ER. He got a STAT referral to a urologist. Just got a promotion to a new position at his work and hes very scared and stressed to have the work pressure and now this. You just never know what curve balls life will throw.
MLAA
(18,369 posts)XanaDUer2
(13,211 posts)Hoping every thing will be okay. That's a lot
Lulu KC
(3,286 posts)Glad he's headed for the urologist STAT.
LoisB
(8,315 posts)hlthe2b
(105,647 posts)May you get the good news you seek.
Should you not get the news you want, just know that testicular cancer is one of the most curable and need not impact his life expectancy. So while I hope he is negative, the prognosis is nearly always good.
Tanuki
(15,203 posts)testicular cancer in 1996 and after extensive treatment he went on to win multiple Tour de France and other high profile cycling events. (Yes, his legacy is tainted by doping, but I'm citing him here because he's alive and well nearly 30 years later, and a symbol of hope and encouragement for our DU friend and their family).
GopherGal
(2,342 posts)Didn't stop him from winning 3 Stanley Cups in 2016, 20017, and 2023
or playing 1000 consecutive NHL games.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phil_Kessel]
Alliepoo
(2,436 posts)And a HUG to you. I know two young men who have or I should say had, testicular cancer. One was I think 14 yrs old (now a high school Junior) and the other is a junior in college. Both have had successful treatment and are cancer free. I hope the diagnosis is different for your son but even if it isnt, take heart in knowing that there is great and successful treatment out there for him. Keeping you and your son in my thoughts.
NNadir
(34,304 posts)My step grandneice's husband had this diagnosis 20 years ago, apparently in one testicle. His children, born after his treatment (about which I regrettably have no details) are now in college, and he is around to be proud of him.
redstatebluegirl
(12,447 posts)ALBliberal
(2,793 posts)It means the world to me in this trying time. 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍
Figarosmom
(1,679 posts)And all is well
LymphocyteLover
(6,409 posts)Louis1895
(774 posts)He may need to have the affected testicle removed. Make certain he is given the option of storing semen prior to undergoing chemotherapy or radiation.
IbogaProject
(3,419 posts)If he has the means and desire he should save some. https://www.healthline.com/health/fertility/freezing-sperm
Marthe48
(18,619 posts)He was treated and has been clear almost 10 yrs. He assured me when he told me that his cancer responded well to treatment. I hope things go well for your son.
Dear_Prudence
(740 posts)The waiting on results is tough. Take care.
XanaDUer2
(13,211 posts)ALBliberal
(2,793 posts)And encouragement
Dealing with insurance etc trying to get a referral to urology.
I will keep you posted.
Reading these messages uplifts me and also gives valuable insight.
Elessar Zappa
(15,301 posts)one of my friends was diagnosed with stage three testicular cancer. Hes still alive and well, 25 years later.
Sending good vibes to your son and hugs to you.
XanaDUer2
(13,211 posts)ALBliberal
(2,793 posts)I have been navigating the insurance world. Thankfully my husband has some contacts at the University otherwise it would be many weeks more. And its simply not right but yet thankful he is getting in.
As soon as I know more I will update you guys.
Hes worried hes anxious he just started a new position at work but he is maintaining.
Thanks everyone you guys uplift me.