Barriers Identified by Swedish School Nurses in Giving Information about Testicular Cancer and Testicular Self-Examination to Adolescent Males

2005 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lennart Rudberg ◽  
Sten Nilsson ◽  
Karin Wikblad ◽  
Marianne Carlsson
Keyword(s):  
Testicular Cancer ◽  
Young Men ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Adolescent Males ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Self Examination ◽  
Swedish School ◽  
Insufficient Knowledge ◽  
Health Teaching

The purpose of this study was to investigate to what extent school nurses in Sweden inform adolescent men about testicular cancer (TC) and testicular self-examination (TSE). A questionnaire was completed by 129 school nurses from 29 randomly selected municipalities. All respondents were women, with a mean age of 42 years. The results showed that about 6% of the school nurses had provided information on TC and 9% on TSE; however, the majority was open to presenting such information. The major reason reported for not providing this guidance was insufficient knowledge about the subject. The nurses who had given information were knowledgeable about both TC and TSE and more often informed young men about TC and TSE, whereas those who had only received information about TC were not as likely to provide information about TC or TSE. The results of this study highlight the need to educate school nurses about TC and TSE so they can include this information in their health teaching to adolescent males.

Testicular cancer awareness and self-examination among adolescent males in a community-based youth organization

2005 ◽  
Vol 41 (2) ◽  
pp. 386-398 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kenneth D. Ward ◽  
Mark W. Vander Weg ◽  
Mary Cocke Read ◽  
Marie A. Sell ◽  
Bettina M. Beech
Keyword(s):  
Testicular Cancer ◽  
Adolescent Males ◽  
Cancer Awareness ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Youth Organization ◽  
Self Examination

scholarly journals Awareness of Testicular Cancer and Testicular Self-Examination among Men in Bahrain

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 259-263
Author(s):  
Maryam Alaradi ◽  
Ayman Almuqamam
Keyword(s):  
Early Detection ◽  
Testicular Cancer ◽  
Young Men ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
High Survival ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Self Examination

Introduction: Although testicular cancer (TC) is a rare tumor accounting for 1% of malignancies in men, it is the most common cancer found in adolescents and young men between 15 to 35 years old. Routine screening for TC is not recommended. Therefore, testicular self-examination (TSE) is an important tool for the early detection of TC. If detected early, TC has a high survival rate. Increasing awareness of TC and TSE is crucial for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment. We aimed to assess the level of awareness of TC and TSE among men in Bahrain. Materials and methods: A descriptive cross-sectional design was used to recruit a convenience sample of 243 men from public places using a questionnaire. Descriptive statistics and Chi-square test were conducted.Results: The results showed that 43% were Bahraini, 53% were aware that men can get TC, 82% perceived themselves as having a low risk for developing TC, 15% knew signs of TC, 20% heard about TSE, and 5.8% reported performing TSE. A significant association between knowledge of early signs and symptoms of TC and nationality (p = .006), perception of the importance of performing TSE regularly and nationality (p = .003), and between age (p = .013), level of education (p = .015) and the willingness to perform TSE if the participant was educated about TSE.Conclusion: Awareness about TC and TSE is poor among men in Bahrain. Policymakers in the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Health may consider integrating TC and TSE education in the curriculum and the healthcare provided to adolescents and young men across the kingdom.

Knowledge and awareness of self‐examination among young men for testicular cancer primary prevention

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 115-115
Author(s):  
Mattia Boarin ◽  
Ilaria Facconi ◽  
Martina Bresciani ◽  
Giulia Villa ◽  
Duilio F. Manara
Keyword(s):  
Primary Prevention ◽  
Testicular Cancer ◽  
Young Men ◽  
Self Examination

scholarly journals Attitudes about Testicular Self-Examination among Polish Males

Biology ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 239
Author(s):  
Tomasz Milecki ◽  
Natalia Majchrzak ◽  
Adam Balcerek ◽  
Maciej Rembisz ◽  
Michał Kasperczak ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
General Practitioner ◽  
Testicular Cancer ◽  
Family Member ◽  
Malignant Tumor ◽  
Epidemiological Data ◽  
Access To Information ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Original Survey ◽  
Self Examination

Introduction: Epidemiological data indicate an increased incidence of testicular cancer (TC), making it the most common malignant tumor in men from aged 15–45. Oncological and urological associations recommend that men with specific TC risk factors should regularly perform a testicular self-exam (TSE). The aim of the study was to discover the attitudes among Polish males regarding TSE and factors (environmental, social, educational) that affect intention to perform TSE. Methods: An original survey containing 21 questions was used to conduct a study among the Polish branch of VW (Volkswagen Poland) employees. Results: A total of 522 fully completed questionnaires were collected. The mean age of the surveyed respondents was 32 years. Information about TC and how to perform TSE was obtained by 34.4% (n = 185) of the men. It was shown that the following factors increase men’s intention to perform TSE: TC in their family member (p < 0.05; HR = 5.9; 95% Cl: 1.5–23.0), GP’s(General Practitioner) recommendations (p < 0.001; HR = 6.8; 95% Cl: 3.2–14.3), concern expressed by their partner (p < 0.001; HR = 3.3; 95% Cl: 2.1–5.3), and social campaigns (p < 0.001; HR = 2.6; 95% Cl: 1.5–4.6). Conclusions: Approximately half of young polish males do not perform TSE. Access to information on TC prevention is limited. Further action is needed to improve men’s awareness of TC and TSE.

Educating Young Men About Testicular Cancer: Support for a Comprehensive Testicular Cancer Campaign

2013 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 303-320 ◽  
Author(s):  
Melissa Bekelja Wanzer ◽  
S. Catherine Foster ◽  
Timothy Servoss ◽  
Sara LaBelle
Keyword(s):  
Testicular Cancer ◽  
Young Men ◽  
Cancer Support

Knowledge of Testicular Cancer Risk and Need for Self-Examination in College Students: A Call for Equal Time for Men in Teaching of Early Cancer Detection Techniques

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1984 ◽  
Vol 74 (6) ◽  
pp. 1093-1096
Author(s):  
John M. Goldenring ◽  
Elizabeth Purtell
Keyword(s):  
Testicular Cancer ◽  
Cancer Detection ◽  
Early Cancer ◽  
Early Cancer Detection ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Equal Time ◽  
Detection Techniques ◽  
The Past ◽  
Knowledge And Practice ◽  
Self Examination

College athletes were surveyed about their knowledge and practice of early cancer detection techniques. Males were almost completely unaware of their risk for testicular cancer (87%). Only 9.6% had been taught testicular self-examination and only half of these by their physician. Six percent actually examined themselves regularly. In comparison, more than 60% of women had been taught breast self-examination (75% by a physician) and about one third were doing regular examinations. More than 90% of the young men and women had been seen by physicians for a physical examination within the past 3 years. Physicians need to begin educating males about testicular cancer and its early detection.

Patient self-examination and education in testicular cancer

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 (14) ◽  
pp. 31-33
Author(s):  
Ian Peate ◽  
Frances Cohen
Keyword(s):  
Testicular Cancer ◽  
Self Examination

Effect of Choice Making on a Self-Care Activity in Mentally Retarded Adult and Adolescent Males

1988 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 176-185 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martin S. Rice ◽  
David L. Nelson
Keyword(s):  
Mentally Retarded ◽  
Adolescent Males ◽  
Water Evaporation ◽  
Central Importance ◽  
Choice Making ◽  
Sense Of Efficacy ◽  
Care Activity ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The One ◽  
Order Of Presentation

Of central importance to occupational therapy is the issue of motivation in activity. The purpose of this study was to look at the effects of choice on motivation during an activity undertaken by mentally retarded adult and adolescent males Each subject was given a choice of five wrinkled T-shirts that had sports logos on them. The subject chose one and was asked to iron the T-shirt before he took it to keep. Counterbalancing for order of presentation, we designed the study so that each subject also experienced not having a choice between five T-shirts and then having to iron the one given to him. The amount of ironing was measured by calculating the amount of water evaporation A one-tailed t test indicated that with this population, choice in an activity was a significant motivator for increased participation in a subsequent activity ( p < .05). Results are discussed in terms of the need for research to build a theoretical base upon which practice directed to developing a sense of efficacy in mentally retarded and other populations can be founded.

scholarly journals USPSTF Testicular Examination Nomination–Self-Examinations and Examinations in a Clinical Setting

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 1510-1516 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Fadich ◽  
Salvatore J. Giorgianni ◽  
Michael J. Rovito ◽  
Gregory A. Pecchia ◽  
Jean J. Bonhomme ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Testicular Cancer ◽  
Clinical Setting ◽  
Task Force ◽  
Preventive Services ◽  
Review Committee ◽  
Release Date ◽  
Task Force Report ◽  
Cultural Attitudes ◽  
Self Examination

In 2004, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) published a Grade D recommendation for both testicular self-examination (TSE) and clinical evaluation to screen for testicular cancer in asymptomatic males. This review committee reaffirmed these recommendations in 2009 and again in 2011 (Testicular Cancer: Screening Release Date: April 2011. Final Update Summary: Testicular Cancer: Screening. U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. September 2016). The 2011 USPSTF review found no significant evidence that would warrant a change from the last full review in 2004. We believe that the USPSTF erred in its assessments. As acknowledged in the task force report, testicular cancer is not believed to be preventable, and treatment of early detected testicular cancer is generally associated with very favorable outcomes; it is our belief therefore that every encouragement should be given to early detection. We are therefore requesting that the USPSTF review the D rating for testicular examination, both in a clinical setting and as self-examination. We are requesting this, as recent studies and public health warrant a change in grade. The new studies build on earlier studies that support the benefits of regular screening by individuals and their physicians. Further, and equally important, we believe that the current grade and attendant information confuses men and boys about the importance of self-care and wellness and continues to inadvertently reinforce negative cultural attitudes. We believe that adjusting the rating to a Grade B is both warranted and necessary.

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