What is seminoma?
Oct 30, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Cao Zhiqiang
Introduction
Seminoma is a type of germ cell tumor originating in the male testicles. In general, seminoma may be associated with factors such as genetics, lack of physical activity, excessive stress, environmental influences, and cryptorchidism (undescended testes). If any discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek timely medical attention at a hospital and receive symptomatic treatment under the guidance of a physician. It is also important to maintain a healthy diet and avoid spicy or irritating foods in daily life.
Seminoma is a type of germ cell tumor originating in the male testicles. In general, seminoma may be associated with genetic factors, lack of physical activity, excessive stress, environmental factors, and cryptorchidism. A detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Genetics
If there is a family history of testicular tumors, genetic factors may affect the normal development and differentiation of germ cells, thereby increasing the risk of malignant transformation.
2. Lack of Exercise
Insufficient physical activity can lead to inadequate muscle exercise, resulting in decreased muscle strength and poor blood circulation, which may contribute to the development of seminoma.
3. Excessive Stress
Chronic psychological stress consumes substantial mental and physical resources, leading to increased secretion of adrenal corticosteroids, suppression of the immune system, and reduced bodily resistance, potentially increasing the risk of cancer development.
4. Environmental Factors
Long-term exposure to environments with radioactive damage may impair testicular reproductive development, leading to malignant transformation of testicular germ cells.
5. Cryptorchidism
Cryptorchidism refers to testes that fail to descend into the scrotum at birth and remain in the abdominal cavity or inguinal canal. Because these locations are warmer than the scrotum, they may promote malignant transformation of testicular germ cells.
If any discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek timely medical attention and receive symptomatic treatment under the guidance of a physician. Maintain a healthy diet in daily life and avoid spicy and irritating foods such as Sichuan pepper, chili peppers, and onions, which are detrimental to health.
