Post Date December, 02 2023
Cycling doesn't press on the testicles
According to BBC News, the 37-year-old Italian car king Ivan Basso experienced a minor crash in the fifth stage. His left testicle was slightly injured and continued to ache. After being diagnosed with testicular cancer in the hospital, he decided to return to Italy for treatment. Armstrong, the Tour de France winner, has also been diagnosed with testicular cancer.
Oncology experts from the Roswell Park Cancer Institute pointed out that there was no relationship between the incidence rate of testicular cancer and general competitive sports, especially cycling. "Cyclists' weight is mainly concentrated on the perineum (the area between the genitals and anus), not on the testicles.". In addition, testicular cancer is not directly related to banned drugs taken by athletes, as most of these banned drugs only increase blood red blood cell concentrations without affecting hormone secretion.
The onset age of testicular cancer is between 20 and 40 years old
There are no patients with testicular cancer who have been diagnosed clinically due to frequent cycling, and there is no research on this aspect in the literature at home and abroad. However, if some people take some supplements, it is possible to increase the risk of developing testicular cancer. For example, a study from Yale University in the United States showed that taking muscle strengthening supplements may increase the risk of testicular cancer.
Armstrong and Ivan Basso are both championship cyclists, so many people tend to associate testicular cancer with their competitive events. In fact, they also have one thing in common: the age at which testicular cancer is detected is within the range of 20 to 40 years of age. Armstrong and Basso were 25 and 37 years old when diagnosed with testicular cancer.
You can check yourself while taking a shower
The etiology of testicular cancer is still unclear, so timely detection is important. The industry's view is that male readers should learn to self test their testicles at least from the age of 30 to prevent any problems before they occur. The best time for self examination is after a shower, when the scrotal skin is relatively relaxed and easier to inspect.
The specific techniques are as follows: Take a standing position, make the scrotum naturally sag, hold the scrotum with the palm of your hand, and observe and experience its size and weight. Gently pinch the testicles with both hands, placing the thumb in front of the testicles and the index and middle fingers behind. Gently rotate the testicle with your index finger and thumb to check its size, surface, hardness, and tenderness. Note whether there is a difference between the left and right testicles. If there is an abnormal mass, it is necessary to be vigilant and go to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.
Cycling is associated with prostate cancer
Although cycling is not associated with testicular cancer, it is closely related to another type of cancer. The research team at University College London conducted the largest ever study, investigating data from more than 5000 cyclists. The final study confirmed that there was no relationship between cycling exercise and male infertility, but unexpectedly found a very high rate of prostate cancer in the subjects. Research shows that men over the age of 50 who ride bicycles for more than nine hours a week have a five fold increased risk of being diagnosed with prostate cancer. Researchers have pointed out that people who love to ride bicycles are not more motivated to undergo physical examinations than ordinary people.
Prostate cancer is also associated with stress and diet
"It is not ruled out that the prostate is caused by long-term excessive stress," emphasized researcher Dr. Mark Hammer. Hammer believes that the real risk lies with cyclists who particularly enjoy cycling and ride for more than nine hours a week, rather than ordinary cyclists.
One cannot ignore another element of prostate cancer besides exercise - diet. The more fat, protein, and cholesterol in the diet, the greater the risk of prostate cancer, and the dietary habits of European and American countries precisely meet these conditions.
The onset of prostate cancer may be insidious, and there may be no obvious warning signs at the early stage. If male readers often feel frequent urination, urgency, or difficulty urinating, they can go to the hospital for screening. It is recommended that middle-aged and elderly men over the age of 50 and men with confirmed prostate disease undergo prostate cancer screening once a year. Whether it is testicular cancer or prostate cancer, as long as timely detection and treatment, the efficacy and prognosis are good.
Through our introduction, we have gained a certain understanding of which habits can lead to two cancers in men. Men cannot maintain one posture for a long time, so we should pay attention to preventing two cancers and promptly detect their own physical abnormalities.
