My son may have testicular cancer age 27

[ALBliberal]

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 he’s very scared and stressed to have the work pressure and now this. You just never know what curve balls life will throw.

[MLAA]

1. Sending hugs and healthy vibes.

[XanaDUer2]

2. Hugs

Hoping every thing will be okay. That's a lot

[Lulu KC]

3. So sorry!

Glad he's headed for the urologist STAT.

[LoisB]

4. Sending positive thoughts for your son and you. Hugs.

[hlthe2b]

5. Sending you both all my best wishes and wish I could do more to comfort/reassure you both.

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]

13. Lance Armstrong was diagnosed with metastatic

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]

18. And Phil Kessel was diagnosed in 2006 at age 19

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]

6. Sending good vibes to your son

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 isn’t, take heart in knowing that there is great and successful treatment out there for him. Keeping you and your son in my thoughts.

[NNadir]

7. Some family experience which may be of comfort.

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]

8. Hugs to all of you!

[ALBliberal]

9. Thanks to everyone for the encouragement

It means the world to me in this trying time. 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

[XanaDUer2]

16. Hug

support-group ppl are the best

[Figarosmom]

10. Hoping its not

And all is well

[LymphocyteLover]

11. Sorry to hear. Hopefully not but even if so, the cure rate is very high

[Louis1895]

12. Most kinds of testicular cancer are highly treatable.

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]

14. Tell him to get his sauce preserved

If he has the means and desire he should save some. https://www.healthline.com/health/fertility/freezing-sperm

[Marthe48]

15. A young man I know had this

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]

17. Best wishes for his health.

The waiting on results is tough. Take care.

[XanaDUer2]

19. Keep us updated nt

[ALBliberal]

20. Again thank you all for your kind thoughts

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.