Unit 10 Chapter 67 Prostate Cancer, CHPT 67 Testicular Cancer, CHPT 51 Colorectal Cancer

Question 1

Risk factors for prostate cancer

Answer 1

-black (african american(
-family history first degree
-age greater than 65

Question 2

s/s of Prostate cancer

Answer 2

-difficulty in starting urination,
-frequent bladder infections,
-urinary retention.
-hematuria (blood in the urine),
-nocturia.
-painful intercourse
-painful ejaculation
-bone pain in the hips and legs),
- unexpected weight loss.

Question 3

Risk factors for testicular cancer?

Answer 3

• HIV+
• Undescended testes
• Family history

Question 4

s/s of testicular cancer

Answer 4

First common symptom is a painless, hard
swelling or enlargement of the testicle Heaviness or aching in lower abdomen or
scrotum may indicate metastatic disease

Question 5

Testicular self exam

Answer 5

*Examine your testicles monthly immediately after a bath or a shower, when your scrotal skin is relaxed.
* Examine each testicle by gently rolling it between your thumbs and fingers. Testicular tumors tend to appear deep in the center of the testicle.
* Look and feel for any lumps; smooth rounded masses; or any change in the size, shape, or consistency of the testes.
* Report any lump or swelling to your primary health care provider as soon as possible.