Lao Zhao applied for early retirement, and after being busy for most of his life, he could finally rest steadily. His wife always advised him not to lie down every day, but it was not good for his health! But Lao Zhao felt very impatient, and finally he was able to rest, and he had to listen to her nagging.
However, something has been wrong with his body recently, he always feels a fire burning in his abdomen, he is tired, he always wants to go to the toilet, and it hurts a little after urinating.
Seeing that Lao Zhao's face was wrong, his wife persuaded him again: "You have to go to the hospital to see if you are in this situation, otherwise it will be difficult to handle." Coupled with the fact that the pain was getting worse and worse, Lao Zhao couldn't stand it anymore, so he went to the hospital. The doctor told him that he had testicular cancer, which may be caused by frequent sitting! Prompt treatment is required.
Hearing this, Lao Zhao's wife suddenly collapsed and complained; "I just got this disease at the age of 54! What can I do in the future? I just said don't let you sit all the time, get up and move! Just don't listen! ”
1. Is "frequent sedentary" the culprit of testicular cancer?
As we all know, the testicles are important organs in men, they are responsible for the production and storage of sperm, and they are also the main source of male androgens. Testicular cancer is a malignant tumor, accounting for 1% of adult cancers. According to the data, in Western society, there are 3~10 cases per 100,000 men per year.
Testicular cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, and the relationship between sedentary habits and testicular cancer risk is a topic of great concern. Many people may think that testicular cancer is not related to sitting for a long time, or even that sitting for a long time is good for the body.
In fact, Xiao Jiu decrypts for you, why does sitting for a long time increase the incidence of testicular cancer?
First of all, sitting still for long periods of time can slow down blood circulation, making it difficult for toxins and waste products to be excreted in the body, thus increasing the risk of cancer. At the same time, the immune system function is weakened, and it is unable to effectively defend against foreign pathogens and carcinogens, which further aggravates the probability of disease.
Moreover, most studies have shown that there are many obese patients among sedentary people. These people are usually accompanied by higher levels of male hormones, which stimulate the testicles to produce more sperm, increasing the chance of DNA damage and thus increasing the probability of genetic mutations. In addition, inflammatory factors produced by adipose tissue may also exert some pressure on surrounding cells, prompting them to transform into malignancy.
Finally, testicular cancer runs in families, and people with testicular cancer in their families are likely to be at higher risk because of their genetic background, even if there are no significant environmental exposures or other risk factors.
2. Reminder: Sitting for a long time may promote cardiovascular disease!
In today's fast-paced life, many people have sedentary habits, such as students attending classes, office workers working, etc. Many people don't know that sitting for a long time can also increase the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
First of all, sitting for a long time can put the muscles in a state of tension, and the lack of exercise causes the muscles to not be fully relaxed, which in turn leads to muscle stiffness. Therefore, many office workers will complain that the day's work is very hard, and they often feel stiff and uncomfortable after work.
Second, according to the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, sitting for long periods of time not only significantly increases the risk of death from cardiovascular disease, but also increases the incidence of type 2 diabetes and all-cause mortality. It can also lead to acute damage to vascular function, especially in the lower extremities. This is because the reduction of blood flow and shear stress can lead to vascular dysfunction.
The body's metabolic demands are lower and blood flow decreases during sedentary periods, which causes muscle vasoconstriction, resulting in a sharp increase in blood pressure. At the same time, the sensitivity to insulin increases blood sugar levels, which in the long term will lead to impaired pancreatic islet cell function, which will lead to the development of diabetes.
3. Do this usually and stay away from testicular cancer
Studies have found that consuming some irritating foods, such as garlic and chili peppers, may have the effect of lowering testosterone levels. As a result, some people have started to try to regulate the risk of testicular cancer through diet. Do you know what diet methods you can eat to reduce your risk?
1. Avoid a high-salt diet
A high-salt diet can lead to excessive levels of iodine in the body, which can affect the normal function of the testicles. Pay attention to the sodium content information on the food packaging and try to cook your own to control the amount of salt used.
2. Increase vitamin C intake
Foods rich in vitamin C, such as citrus fruits, strawberries, etc., help to strengthen the body's immunity and may be beneficial for the prevention of testicular cancer. These foods can be eaten daily as a snack or in a salad.
3. Reduce your intake of red and processed meats
Studies have shown that a high intake of red and processed meat is associated with an increased risk of testicular cancer. Therefore, reducing the intake of such foods may be a way to reduce the risk. Chicken, fish, or other plant-based proteins can be chosen as an alternative to red meat.
4. Develop the habit of regular physical examination
Signs of the disease, including certain types of testicular cancer, can be detected early with regular checkups. It is recommended to have a comprehensive physical examination at least once a year, including a digital rectal exam and blood tests.
Resources:
[1] "Inventory of 7 Signs of Testicular Cancer, Early Detection and Early Treatment". Department of Urology, Jiangxi Provincial Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine.2023-10-09.
[2] "The Sorrow of the Balls": Prevention of Testicular Cancer. China Public Health Network.2021-10-14.
[3] "Once testicular tumors are found to be mostly middle and advanced stages, how to self-examine them daily?" 》. Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University.2022-09-23.
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