Risk factors for testicular cancer
It is not possible to say what causes testicular cancer in an individual man. However, we do know some features that are more common in men who develop testicular cancer. These features are called ”risk factors”.
Having one or more risk factors for testicular cancer does not mean that a man will develop testicular cancer. In fact, many men with testicular cancer have no obvious risk factors.
Risk factors for testicular cancer:
- Childhood conditions such as undescended testicle
- Having a family history – men who have a father or brother with testicular cancer are more likely to develop it.
- Abnormal development of the testicles.