- Testicular cancer is cancer that's found in the testicles.
- It's most common in men aged 15 to 49. It can affect anyone who has testicles.
- The testicles are 2 small oval-shaped organs which hang below the penis in a pouch of skin called the scrotum. The testicles make sperm and testosterone.
- How serious testicular cancer is depends on the type of testicular cancer, how big it is and if it has spread.
Important: Get your symptoms checked
It's important to get any symptoms of testicular cancer checked as soon as possible.
Video: testicular cancer
In this video, a specialist talks about testicular cancer and 2 men who were diagnosed with testicular cancer talk about their experiences.
Media last reviewed: 2 March 2024
Media review due: 2 March 2027
Media review due: 2 March 2027