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New York Post
16-06-2025
- Health
- New York Post
This cancer is actually most common in young men: ‘You're just not expecting it in your 20s or 30s'
Early-onset colorectal cancer — that is, colorectal cancer under the age of 50 — is on the rise, but the disease remains most common in adults over 50. Prostate cancer, too, tends to plague older adults, with men 65 and over most likely to get a diagnosis. But there is a cancer that's more common in younger men — and most have no idea that they're more at risk, a new survey has revealed. 3 Testicular cancer is most common in men between 20 and 40 years old. Tamani Chithambo/ – About 10,000 men in the US develop testicular cancer every year. While that number is not terribly high, it may be surprising to learn that it's highest prevalence is in men between 20 and 40, with 33 being the average age of first diagnosis. Only about 8% of cases occur in men over 55, according to the American Cancer Society. News to you? You're not alone: Just 13% of American adults are aware that testicular cancer is more likely to affect younger men, according to a survey commissioned by The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center — Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute 'In my experience, a lot of men are surprised that testicular cancer is most common among young men,' said Shawn Dason, MD, urologic oncologist at the OSUCCC – James. 'It's something you're just not expecting in your twenties or thirties. A lot of young men's focus might be on developing their career, their day-to-day life. That's a very different track of mind than perhaps your health.' Fortunately, it's also very curable: Testicular cancer has a 95% five-year survival rate. 'We are really fortunate in testicular cancer that the vast majority of patients are diagnosed at an early stage,' Dason added. 3 Just 13% of American adults are aware that testicular cancer is more likely to affect younger men. Nadzeya – 'That means the vast majority of patients are actually diagnosed before the cancer has had an opportunity to spread to other parts of the body.' Dason noted that testicular cancer doesn't usually have painful symptoms, stressing that that's why routine self-exams are so important. 'If you feel something out of the ordinary, like a lump or bump, or if the testicle changes in size, call your doctor,' he said. Fortunately, the survey also found that 54% of men know they should be doing monthly self-checks — though they didn't indicate how many of these men are actually doing them. How to do a testicular self-exam The Testicular Cancer Foundation recommends performing these checks monthly following a warm shower, since heat will relax the scrotal skin and make the testicles easier to examine. First, while standing up, look at your scrotum to check for swelling or changes in appearance. It's OK if your testicles are slightly different sizes or hang at different lengths — what you're looking for are changes from previous self-exams. 3 Testicular self-exams should ideally be done on a monthly basis. kenchiro168 – Next, feel your scrotum and locate each testicle, one at time. Use your fingers and thumb to feel them, checking for lumps and bumps, or changes in size, shape, or consistency. A healthy testicle is smooth, firm, and shaped like an oval. You may also feel the epididymis, a soft, rope-like structure on the top and back. Soreness or pain should also be noted, as should differences in testicle weight or feelings of heaviness. If you noticed any lumps or changes from your from last exam, make an appointment with your doctor. They may send you for an ultrasound or blood test.
Fox News
04-05-2025
- Health
- Fox News
Cancer patients can relieve side effects with surprising activity
Dancing it out can be a great way to recover from chemo. That's according to new research from The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, which found that dancing the tango can boost neurological recovery in cancer patients by reducing lingering symptoms of chemotherapy. Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy (CIN) is a condition that can occur anywhere throughout the body, but mostly impacts the hands, feet and limbs, according to an OSU press release. Eighty percent of breast cancer survivors experience CIN, which can cause pain, falls, difficulty walking and diminished quality of life, experts say. The DAANCE study assessed how the adapted Argentine tango can help restore mobility and alleviate symptoms like numbness, burning, tingling and loss of feeling in these problem areas. The study, led by Lise Worthen-Chaudhari, PhD, a scientist in the OSU Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, was funded by the National Institute on Aging. Worthen-Chaudhari, a former dancer herself, expressed the need for alternative treatment options for CIN. The researcher and her team designed the study for breast cancer survivors experiencing CIN who had received their last chemotherapy treatment at least three months prior. "There is hope for recovery from the beating that cancer gives your body, brain and nerves." In the early stages of the study, the researchers found that small doses of social dance improved dual-task function compared to larger doses of at-home exercise. This could be due to the cognitive engagement of dual-task functioning, the researchers concluded. Just 20 minutes of social dance a few times a week could begin to "rewire the neuropathways that have been impacted by cancer treatment," according to Worthen-Chaudhari. Preliminary data also shows that dancing the tango can lead to improvements in balance, cognitive function, motor function and neuropathy symptoms. The rhythm of the Argentine tango, at 120 beats per minute, helps activate a "neural phenomenon" called "entrainment," where "two or more oscillating systems (like brainwaves or behaviors) align," the researchers noted. Given tango's ideal cadence, Worthen-Chaudhari told Fox News Digital that it "made sense" that doing the dance a couple of times per week would deliver positive effects of "movement, rhythmic entrainment and social connection, all at once, in a way that promoted recovery more than any of those elements in isolation." Pilot data shows that this repetitive, slow music and walking dance help re-map nerves damaged by chemotherapy, she added. "This work is about helping survivors reclaim their lives and thrive, rather than just survive." Other institutions have also reported success in balance and cognition after using adapted tango with Parkinson's disease patients. This therapy could help individuals with other conditions, such as diabetes, dementia, neurodegenerative diseases and general aging, Worthen-Chaudhari noted. An expanded five-year study will continue to look into dual-task performance, with plans to recruit 140 breast cancer survivors at the OSU Cancer Center. The researchers will explore whether the effects of tango therapy can be sustained over time to improve movement and cognitive functions. "In essence, this work is about helping survivors reclaim their lives and thrive, rather than just survive," Worthen-Chaudhari wrote in the release. "It's about providing them with a fun, effective way to improve their sensory motor skills and reduce the fear of falling, ultimately enhancing their overall well-being." Worthen-Chaudhari, shared that she was "delighted" to find that tango with a friend could work just as well as exercise to alleviate these symptoms. "I wanted to know if tango could do more than prevent decline ... if it could stimulate neuro-recovery among those trying to recover from neuro-trauma," she told Fox News Digital. "I'm excited about an option that doesn't require sweating, such that you have to shower before going back to work or out to dinner." "In retrospect, I can see that it makes sense, but I was surprised that the results were clear even in an initial study of the idea," the scientist added. For more Health articles, visit She assured, "There is hope for recovery from the beating that cancer gives your body, brain and nerves." Aimee Kain, a breast cancer survivor and participant in the study, shared with Fox News Digital her "amazing" experience. "This research and study showed me that something I already enjoy can become a treatment." "It not only connected me with other women who are living with some of the same side effects as me, but it was also a fun, lighthearted way to approach treatment," she said. "There are huge benefits to that." "This research and study showed me that something I already enjoy can become a treatment." Kain reported that she's currently healthy and doing "all the things I enjoy with minimal struggles" while looking forward to the future. "That's really all you can ask for," she said. The survivor encouraged others to give dance a try, even if it's "a little outside your comfort zone."
Fox News
23-04-2025
- Health
- Fox News
Dancing can help relieve cancer-related side effects, early data shows
Dancing it out can be a great way to recover from chemo. That's according to new research from The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, which found that dancing the tango can boost neurological recovery in cancer patients by reducing lingering symptoms of chemotherapy. Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy (CIN) is a condition that can occur anywhere throughout the body, but mostly impacts the hands, feet and limbs, according to an OSU press release. Eighty percent of breast cancer survivors experience CIN, which can cause pain, falls, difficulty walking and diminished quality of life, experts say. The DAANCE study assessed how the adapted Argentine tango can help restore mobility and alleviate symptoms like numbness, burning, tingling and loss of feeling in these problem areas. The study, led by Lise Worthen-Chaudhari, PhD, a scientist in the OSU Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, was funded by the National Institute on Aging. Worthen-Chaudhari, a former dancer herself, expressed the need for alternative treatment options for CIN. The researcher and her team designed the study for breast cancer survivors experiencing CIN who had received their last chemotherapy treatment at least three months prior. "There is hope for recovery from the beating that cancer gives your body, brain and nerves." In the early stages of the study, the researchers found that small doses of social dance improved dual-task function compared to larger doses of at-home exercise. This could be due to the cognitive engagement of dual-task functioning, the researchers concluded. Just 20 minutes of social dance a few times a week could begin to "rewire the neuropathways that have been impacted by cancer treatment," according to Worthen-Chaudhari. Preliminary data also shows that dancing the tango can lead to improvements in balance, cognitive function, motor function and neuropathy symptoms. The rhythm of the Argentine tango, at 120 beats per minute, helps activate a "neural phenomenon" called "entrainment," where "two or more oscillating systems (like brainwaves or behaviors) align," the researchers noted. Given tango's ideal cadence, Worthen-Chaudhari told Fox News Digital that it "made sense" that doing the dance a couple of times per week would deliver positive effects of "movement, rhythmic entrainment and social connection, all at once, in a way that promoted recovery more than any of those elements in isolation." Pilot data shows that this repetitive, slow music and walking dance help re-map nerves damaged by chemotherapy, she added. "This work is about helping survivors reclaim their lives and thrive, rather than just survive." Other institutions have also reported success in balance and cognition after using adapted tango with Parkinson's disease patients. This therapy could help individuals with other conditions, such as diabetes, dementia, neurodegenerative diseases and general aging, Worthen-Chaudhari noted. An expanded five-year study will continue to look into dual-task performance, with plans to recruit 140 breast cancer survivors at the OSU Cancer Center. The researchers will explore whether the effects of tango therapy can be sustained over time to improve movement and cognitive functions. "In essence, this work is about helping survivors reclaim their lives and thrive, rather than just survive," Worthen-Chaudhari wrote in the release. "It's about providing them with a fun, effective way to improve their sensory motor skills and reduce the fear of falling, ultimately enhancing their overall well-being." Worthen-Chaudhari, shared that she was "delighted" to find that tango with a friend could work just as well as exercise to alleviate these symptoms. "I wanted to know if tango could do more than prevent decline ... if it could stimulate neuro-recovery among those trying to recover from neuro-trauma," she told Fox News Digital. "I'm excited about an option that doesn't require sweating, such that you have to shower before going back to work or out to dinner." For more Health articles, visit "In retrospect, I can see that it makes sense, but I was surprised that the results were clear even in an initial study of the idea," the scientist added. She assured, "There is hope for recovery from the beating that cancer gives your body, brain and nerves."
