Freshly into adulthood, Peyton Dickinson was balancing school and setting new PRs when a sudden swelling in his testicle turned out to be testicular cancer. What followed was an unexpected journey through diagnosis, surgery, and chemotherapy.
In this episode of It Takes Balls, Peyton shares his raw and honest story — from early symptoms to learning the importance of self-exams and early detection. He opens up about what it was like losing his hair, managing treatment fatigue, and finding motivation in the support of family, teammates, and faith. Peyton’s story sheds light on the physical and mental toll of testicular cancer in young men, while offering hope and perspective to anyone facing it today.
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