There is no way to prevent most cases of testicular cancer. Men who had an undescended testicle at birth should be monitored regularly for early signs of cancer.
Treatment of testicular cancer depends on the cancer's stage, which indicates how far the cancer has spread. The stages of testicular cancer are:
Stage I - Cancer is found only in the testicles.
Stage II - Cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes in the abdomen or pelvis.
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