Chris Stark has recalled the heartwrenching moment he found out about his testicular cancer diagnosis while live on air. 

The Capital Breakfast host, 38, revealed last month that he is battling testicular cancer after it was discovered during a routine doctors appointment.

He explained to his followers that he has been off the radio in recent months after receiving chemotherapy following his diagnosis two months ago, ‘to best prevent anything from coming back’.

Now, lifting the lid on the moment he found out he had testicular cancer, Chris explained that he got a call from the doctor at 9am, just one day after his ultrasound.

After hearing the news, he kept it quiet from co-hosts Jordan North and Siân Welby after leaving the studio mid-show to take the call.

Chris told The Sun: ‘It was such a surreal moment because I didn’t tell anyone on my team. They would have known something was up, but they knew enough that it was unusual enough not to ask any questions.

-Chris Stark has recalled the heartwrenching moment he found out about his testicular cancer diagnosis while live on air

The Capital Breakfast host, 38, revealed last month that he is battling testicular cancer after it was discovered during a routine doctors appointment

‘Being in the studio after that call felt like an ‘out of body’ situation because you suddenly start overthinking every eventuality at the same time as we’re playing Sabrina Carpenter on the radio.

He added: ‘The studio has always been my safe space. You can leave a lot of stuff at the door – it’s almost like an escape, so that was a really hard one to take.’

Chris described the moment as an ‘out of body experience’ as he returned to the studio after finding out his diagnosis.

He added that he ‘didn’t want to frighten’ his wife Ria so kept his worries from her the night before the call.

The radio host told her the news after work, which he said was ‘the hardest part of it all’.

Last week, Chris 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 appeared on the ITV daytime show on Thursday, hosted by Cat Deeley, 48, and Ben Shephard, 50.

‘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.

After hearing the news, he kept it quiet from co-hosts Jordan North and Siân Welby after leaving the studio mid-show to take the call 

Chris is best known for fronting Capital’s Breakfast show alongside Jordan and Sian

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‘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.

‘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 and explained he has been off the radio in recent months after receiving chemotherapy following his diagnosis two months ago.

The presenter explained he has been off the radio in recent months after receiving chemotherapy following in diagnosis two months ago

Speaking up to raise awareness he penned: ‘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’

Sharing his graтιтude to his loved ones he continued: ‘Thank you to my incredible family, who stood by me and encouraged me to share what’s happened’

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.

‘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.’

Here’s how to check your testicles for cancer 

Set aside five minutes while you’re in the shower. A warm shower will relax the scrotum and the muscles holding the testicles, making an exam easier.

Starting with one side, gently roll the scrotum with your fingers to feel the surface of the testicle.

Check for any lumps, bumps or unusual features. Contrary to what many ᴀssume, cancerous tumors typically aren’t painful.

Make note of any changes in size over time. While the most common symptom of testicular cancer is a painless mᴀss, some men experience swelling of the testicles and scrotum.

Be aware of any dull soreness or heaviness.

Switch sides and check the other testicle.

Source: Hopkins Medicine