Although it accounts for only 1.2% of all cancers in males, cancer of the testis accounts for about 11%-13% of all cancer deaths of men between the ages of 15-35. Testicular cancer has two peaks according to age. The first peak occurs before the age of 45 and accounts for about 90% of cases of testicular cancer.
For acne, doses of 40-300 milligrams of zinc sulfate two or three times daily with or without food have been taken by mouth for 4-12 weeks. 30-200 milligrams of zinc gluconate prior to a meal daily for 2-3 months has also been studied.
Possible Benefits. Taking large daily doses of zinc, for a short-term period of time, may be of benefit for men with certain health conditions. According to MayoClinic.com, taking 4.5 to 24 milligrams of zinc in lozenge form every 1 to 2 hours may help reduce symptoms of the common cold.