Nonseminoma

Nonseminoma

Nonseminoma (pronunciation: non-sem-i-no-ma) is a type of testicular cancer that originates from the germ cells of the testes.

Etymology

The term "nonseminoma" is derived from the Latin word "non" meaning "not", and "seminoma", a type of germ cell tumor. Thus, nonseminoma refers to all germ cell tumors of the testes that are not seminomas.

Definition

Nonseminomas are a group of cancers that develop from germ cells in the testes. They are more aggressive than seminomas, another type of testicular cancer, and tend to spread more quickly. Nonseminomas often contain more than one type of cancer cell, and are classified into different subtypes including embryonal carcinoma, yolk sac tumor, choriocarcinoma, and teratoma.

Symptoms

Symptoms of nonseminoma may include a lump in the testicle, testicular pain or discomfort, a sudden collection of fluid in the scrotum, or lower back pain.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of nonseminoma typically involves a physical examination, blood tests to check for tumor markers, and imaging tests such as an ultrasound of the scrotum or a CT scan of the abdomen. A biopsy may also be performed to confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment

Treatment for nonseminoma may involve surgery to remove the affected testicle, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or a combination of these treatments. The choice of treatment depends on the stage of the cancer and the patient's overall health.

Prognosis

The prognosis for nonseminoma depends on various factors including the stage of the cancer, the patient's age and overall health, and the response to treatment. With early detection and treatment, the prognosis for nonseminoma can be very good.

Related Terms

• Testicular cancer
• Seminoma
• Embryonal carcinoma
• Yolk sac tumor
• Choriocarcinoma
• Teratoma
• Chemotherapy
• Radiation therapy

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Nonseminoma
• Wikipedia's article - Nonseminoma

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