Gutierrez reveals he's being treated for testicular cancer
Newcastle midfielder Jonas Gutierrez revealed he is being treated for testicular cancer. He has thanked fans for their support.
How common is testicular cancer?
Testicular cancer is relatively uncommon. The NHS says it accounts for just 1% of all cancers in men.
2,300 men are diagnosed with testicular cancer in the UK each year, according to Cancer Research UK.
Although relatively uncommon overall, testicular cancer is the most common type of cancer to affect men between the ages of 15 and 49.
Rates of testicular cancer are five times higher in white men than in black men. It is not know why.
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