Testicular Cancer Treatment in India
About Testicular Cancer
Key Highlights
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High cure rate, especially when detected early.Radical orchiectomy is both a diagnostic and therapeutic procedure.Minimally invasive surgical options (e.g., laparoscopic RPLND) may be available.Treatment is highly tailored based on cancer type (seminoma vs. non-seminoma) and stage.Focus on organ-sparing and fertility preservation when clinically appropriate.Managed by a specialist (Uro-Oncologist) for integrated surgical and medical care./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Presence of a painless lump or swelling in the testicle.
- Testicular ultrasound confirming a solid mass suspicious for malignancy.
- Elevated serum tumor markers (AFP, hCG, LDH).
- Persistent testicular pain, heaviness, or discomfort.
- Confirmed diagnosis of testicular cancer via biopsy (though orchiectomy is the standard diagnostic procedure).
- Metastatic disease requiring surgical intervention (e.g., RPLND for residual masses post-chemotherapy).
How to prepare
- Complete medical history review and physical examination by the Uro-Oncologist.
- Blood tests for tumor markers (AFP, hCG, LDH) and general health assessment.
- Scrotal ultrasound and possibly CT scans of the abdomen/pelvis and chest for staging.
- Discussion of fertility preservation options (sperm banking) prior to any treatment.
- Pre-operative anesthesia evaluation.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before surgery as instructed.
- Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications as advised by the doctor.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Bleeding, infection, or reaction to anesthesia.
- Scrotal hematoma (collection of blood) or swelling.
- Chronic pain in the groin or scrotum.
- Infertility due to removal of a testicle or effects of adjuvant therapy; sperm banking is recommended.
- Hormonal changes (low testosterone) if both testicles are affected, requiring supplementation.
- In RPLND: Injury to nearby structures like nerves (potentially causing retrograde ejaculation), blood vessels, or intestines.
- Psychological impact related to body image and sexual health.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay is typically short, often 1 day for a simple orchiectomy.
- Manage pain with prescribed medications and use ice packs to reduce swelling.
- Keep the surgical incision clean and dry; avoid baths until cleared by the doctor.
- Avoid strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and sexual activity for 2-4 weeks post-surgery.
- Wear supportive underwear (e.g., a jockstrap) for comfort.
- Attend all follow-up appointments for wound checks and to review pathology results.
- If further treatment (chemotherapy/radiation) is needed, the Uro-Oncologist will coordinate the plan.
- Regular surveillance with physical exams, tumor markers, and imaging is crucial for long-term monitoring.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering testicular cancer in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with uro oncology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform testicular cancer. MediFyr helps you compare uro oncologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for testicular cancer compare across other countries where we have data.
Robert Davis, a 42-year-old high school...
Robert Davis, a 42-year-old high school history teacher and father of two young boys, first noticed a dull ache and a feeling of heaviness in his right testicle during a weekend soccer game with friends. Over the next few weeks, he felt a small, hard, painless lump. He initially dismissed it, attributing it to a possible sports injury, but his wife insisted he see a doctor. His primary care physician referred him to a Uro-Oncologist, Dr. Chen. After a physical exam and an urgent scrotal ultrasound, Dr. Chen confirmed a solid mass highly suspicious for testicular cancer. He recommended a radical inguinal orchiectomy, explaining it was the definitive diagnostic and first-line treatment step. Robert was terrified, not just of cancer, but of the potential impact on his masculinity, energy, and role as an active dad. The surgery itself was straightforward, performed as an outpatient procedure. The pathology confirmed a Stage I seminoma. His recovery at home was physically manageable with some soreness, but emotionally fraught. He struggled with the change in his body and anxiety about the future. After a follow-up consultation, Dr. Chen recommended a single cycle of adjuvant chemotherapy (carboplatin) to significantly reduce his recurrence risk. Completing treatment gave Robert a sense of control. Now, two years into surveillance with clear scans, his emotional journey has evolved from fear and vulnerability to profound gratitude and a redefined strength. He volunteers with a cancer support network, channeling his experience into helping other men overcome the stigma and silence around the disease.
Uro Oncologists for Testicular Cancer
Explore experienced uro oncologists who regularly perform testicular cancer and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 9 Years Experience
- Uro Oncologist
Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Kolkata
- 6 Years Experience
- Uro Oncologist
Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Kolkata
- 16 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata