An initiative by FAQ YOU and BVB for testicular cancer awareness and action.
Get down to businessGet your balls touched by a doctor, to get a ball touched by BVB players.
Where do I get my balls checked to get the player-touched balls?
13th February
Before and during the Mainz game. Right until the end of halftime.
Signal Iduna Park
At Balls for Balls tents. You will see plenty of them on matchday.
Gently
By trained urologists who have already seen all kinds of testicles - so you’re in safe, judgement-free hands.
Video Assistant Routine (VAR) for those who can't make it to the check-up
Step 1
Watch the video and follow along to perform a simple self-exam at home.
Thank you for testing yourself!
Get your autographed certificate
Get your balls, and facts, checked
Quick FAQs about testicular cancer.
Who is most likely to get it?
Testicular cancer most commonly occurs in men aged 15–35, an age group that often doesn't expect cancer or check for it.
Can active or athletic people also get it?
Yes. Testicular cancer isn't linked to fitness level. The main risk factors are age, family history, and certain genetic conditions - not lifestyle or exercise habits.
Is it curable?
When detected early, survival rates exceed 99%, making testicular cancer highly treatable with modern medicine.
Is pain a symptom?
The most common early sign is a painless lump or swelling, which is why waiting for pain can delay diagnosis.
What to do when a lump is felt?
Arrange a urologist's appointment as soon as possible. You will typically begin with a scrotal ultrasound and simple blood tests.
Does statutory health insurance cover it?
Yes, if there is a lump or swelling, statutory health insurance fully covers urologist visits, ultrasound, blood tests and further treatment if needed.