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5. Germ Cell Tumor

Despite their name, germ cell tumors do not come from airborne germs, but rather sperm and egg cells: the cells necessary to create new life. They occur most often in the reproductive organs, including the testicles and ovaries, but may also appear in the abdomen, chest, and brain. Germ cell tumors are the leading cause of testicular cancer in the United States, and they often spread to other areas of the body.

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