Chance of a 16 year old having cancer..

[wabondonna]

I'm a bit of a hypochondriac, so when I noticed that my left testicle was hurting quite a lot I got a bit worried. I thought of testicle cancer so I have been checking for lumps etc each day but so far there has been none.
I'm just wondering though, what are the chances of a 16 year old having it? Because I've been researching it and most websites say it's most common in men 25 years and older.
Thanks for your help.

[Karen]

Sixteen year olds, even infants, can have TC. The age range cited is when the majority of occurances occur, but by no means all. You need to tell a parent that you are having pain in your testicle and want to see a doctor. Many things can cause testicular discomfort besides TC, but it's really not worth the anxiety. Please let us know how you make out with this.

[wabondonna]

Thanks for your advice. I will be telling my parents if I can go to the doctors this afternoon.

[Karen]

I'm so happy to read this! Your decision shows great maturity. Chances are this is nothing serious...please post what the doc tells you.