Chris Stark fought back tears as he admitted that ignoring a common cancer symptom made him ‘feel like an idiot’ on This Morning. 

The Capital FM presenter, 38, appeared on the ITV daytime show on Thursday, hosted by Cat Deeley, 48, and Ben Shephard, 50.

He revealed on Monday that he is battling testicular cancer after it was discovered during a routine doctors appointment.  

‘I’d gone to the doctor about something else and I’m just really lucky that they asked if had anything else I was concerned about,’ Chris revealed to Cat and Ben.

He added: ‘As he was doing a quick examination it felt really sore on one side. He then sent me for an ultrasound and that is where they found it. 

‘The second I could then feel it, I felt like an idiot because I’d put it off.’

Chris had surgery and took some time away from his radio work while he healed.

‘I did chemo last week, which was a choice. Just the one bout to make sure it doesn’t come back.

‘I feel very lucky and I am aware that I am a lucky one. I’m effectively cured, they monitor you every month,’ he explained.

Chris Stark (pictured) fought back tears as he admitted that ignoring a common cancer symptom made him ‘feel like an idiot’ on This Morning

The Capital FM presenter, 38, appeared on the ITV daytime show on Thursday, hosted by Cat Deeley, 48, and Ben Shephard, 50

He revealed on Monday that he is battling testicular cancer after it was discovered during a routine doctors appointment

‘I’ve been amazed by how many blokes have reached out to and been to get checked.’

Earlier in the show, the Dr Zoe Williams demonstrated how to perform a testicular cancer check on a man live on air. 

The resident doctor performed the check on guest Alex who admitted he doesn’t check himself often. 

Dr Zoe encouraged men watching to ‘just have a go’ and added, ‘It’s a skill, and the more you practice, the more you get used to it.’

It comes after Chris announced his health update on Instagram earlier this week and explained he has been off the radio in recent months after receiving chemotherapy following his diagnosis two months ago.

He told followers: ‘Around a couple of months ago, after a routine trip to my local doctors, I found out I have Testicular Cancer.

I had surgery pretty quickly and have been off the radio/ podcasts the last couple of weeks having chemotherapy to best prevent anything from coming back.

‘The reason I want to share this is that I feel like an idiot that I didn’t spot this sooner. And although I’m effectively cured and it was caught early, my hope is any bloke reading this will perhaps think to check themselves today. Or go to a doctor if not sure about any possible symptoms.

Earlier in the show, the Dr Zoe Williams demonstrated how to perform a testicular cancer check on a man live on air

It comes after Chris announced his health update on Instagram earlier this week and explained he has been off the radio in recent months after receiving chemotherapy following his diagnosis two months ago

‘Caught early, this cancer is so so treatable. It is most common in men aged 18-49.’

Encouraging men to break the taboo he continued: ‘I also think it’s a tricky subject matter to talk about, but I’m willing to put my now one ball on the line here if it helps make that conversation less tricky for guys, encourages someone to check themselves and potentially saves a life.’

Sharing his graтιтude to his loved ones he wrote: ‘Thank you to my incredible family, who stood by me and encouraged me to share what’s happened. I also want to thank my brilliant friends and work colleagues for supporting me and my family.

‘And of course, a huge thank you to the incredible doctors, nurses, and hospital staff I’ve encountered, especially concerning cancer care.

‘I also want to take a moment to send my thoughts and prayers to anyone affected by cancer. Check your balls. Chris xX

‘PS Excited to get back (stronger) to the radio tomo.’

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