Testicular Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
4 causes:
A
Age- 15-49 (most common 30-34)
Race- more common in white men
Family history- previous (eg dad= 6x more likely)
Smoking
2
Q
3 ways of diagnosis:
A
Ultrasound scan- sound wave produce image
Blood test- sample of blood
Biopsy- removal of testical to test cells
3
Q
4 types of treatment:
A
Orchidectomy- removal of testical - sperm banking
- testosterone replacement
Chemotherapy- anti- cancerous medicines
Radiation- high energy beams kill cells
Lymph node surgery- removal of lymph node
4
Q
4 symptoms:
A
Dull ache/ sharp pain
Heaviness in scrotum/ fluid collection
Fatigue
Feeling unwell in general
5
Q
Describe the care pathway to this:
A
GP refers them to a urology unit Get ultrasound scan and diagnosed Tell patient they have it Surgery at cancer unit Specialist at MDT discuss management Therapy to overcome the stress and problems caused
6
Q
Patient centred care:
A
Choice eg getting inserted with prophesies Family- who involed? Information of the cancer How the treatment will happen Help with any questions or concerns Teach them how to mange it
