A positive approach to testicular cancer

It might be difficult in your family to talk about cancer and share feelings. If you are the patient or a close relative, look out for friends and relatives with a positive attitude. They can be more helpful than people who are down, low or gloomy.

Look at the coping with cancer section. There's much more on

• Who and what to tell
• Talking to children

Helping yourself

Some men find it helps to learn as much as they can about the disease and what can help.

Remember - knowledge can reduce fear. Ask your doctor or the nurses if you don't understand

• Your treatment
• The disease
• The side effects
• The possible outcomes of treatment

Our coping with cancer section has information about what you can do to help yourself through this phase of your life.