Testicular Cancer Awareness Month

April is testicular cancer awareness month. Whether you're directly affected or want to learn more we have information that can help.

For testicular cancer awareness month we are signposting to all our information, support and ways to help.

About testicular cancer

Testicular cancer starts in one of the testicles. It can affect anyone who has testicles, including men, transgender (trans) women and people assigned male at birth. It is most likely to happen between the ages of 25 and 40.

Each year in the UK, around 2,400 people are diagnosed with testicular cancer. The most common symptom is a lump or swelling in a testicle, or a dull ache, pain, or heaviness in the scrotum.

It is important to check your testicles regularly. We have information on how to check for testicular cancer.

We provide a range of information about testicular cancer on our website, which includes:

Other resources

Booklets
 01 May 2022
Understanding testicular cancer
This booklet is about testicular cancer. It is for anyone who has been diagnosed with testicular cancer. There is also information for carers, family members and friends.  
The cover for the how to check your balls (testicles) easy read booklet. The cover includes different illustrations.
Booklets
 01 May 2022
How to check your balls (testicles) - easy read
An easy read booklet about testicular cancer and how to check your testicles for changes.

Stories from people affected by testicular cancer

Listen to Matt’s story


Matt shares his story of being diagnosed with testicular cancer and how Macmillan support helped him when his diagnosis affected his mental health.

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Find out more about Reece's story
"To be 25 at the time and diagnosed with cancer was a slight shock to the system, especially given how healthy I’d been up until that point.

Thankfully I managed to catch it incredibly early due to being told about the dangers of testicular cancer and how important it is to check yourself. I’m now 9 months post treatment and back to 100%."
Jonny is in his twenties and has no hair following chemotherapy.
Find out more about Jonny's story
Jonny was 25 when he was diagnosed with testicular cancer after finding a lump in his testicle. Since then, he has had major surgery and cycles of chemotherapy. Read Jonny’s story and find out more about the information and support available.

Support for people living with testicular cancer

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Support if you are LGBTQ+

If you are a trans woman and have testicles, you may feel uncomfortable or upset about checking this part of the body. It is still important to get any changes checked. There is additional support available, such as talking to a gender identity clinic or a sexual health service that is trans and non-binary friendly. You can check if this is available in your area on Tranzwiki.

See also: 
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Testicular cancer forum

The testicular cancer forum on our Online Community is a place to chat to others who know what you or your loved one are going through. You'll also find useful blogs such as:

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Accessing Macmillan services

Ways to help this testicular cancer awareness month

Macmillan is here for everybody living with cancer, with our specialist information, support and services. But we couldn't do it without our incredible supporters. Here are a few ways you can get involved.

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Share your story

Cancer Voices, our community sharing their stories to support others.

Campaign with us

Campaign with us to make sure people living with cancer have their voices heard.

Fundraise for Macmillan

Donate or fundraise to raise money for Macmillan.