They do not affect fertility.

This article will discuss epididymal cysts, including what causes them.

It also addressed their symptoms and how they’re diagnosed and treated.

Epididymal Cyst vs. Spermatocele

An epididymal cyst only holds fluid.

What Are the Symptoms of Epididymal Cysts?

There are usually no symptoms that warn that an epididymal cyst is forming.

But if any of the above symptoms occur, you should see a urologist for a complete checkup.

The remainder were found in older children.

What Causes Epididymal Cysts?

Note, however, that epididymal cysts are not the same asepididymitis.

This is painful inflammation of the epididymis tubes because of a bacterial or viral infection.

A 2019 study identified a number of reasons why ultrasound tests were done for people with possible epididymal cysts.

How Are Epididymal Cysts Diagnosed?

Your healthcare provider may also order a scrotal ultrasound.This test uses sound waves to look inside the scrotum.

It can check the blood flow and show whether the mass is a cyst.

How Are Epididymal Cysts Treated?

Once diagnosed, you might do regular self-exams and follow up with your healthcare provider to monitor the cysts.

In these instances, there are a few options for treatment.

You will be put under general anesthesia to fall asleep for the duration of the procedure.

But sometimes a healthcare provider may decide to give you a spinal anesthetic.

This will leave you awake but completely numb from the waist down.

Surgeons will then make an incision in the scrotum.

They then sew up the scrotum with dissolvable stitches.

The healthcare provider may prescribe antibiotics before the procedure starts to protect against infection.

With surgery, pain is likely after the anesthesia wears off within eight hours.

Depending on the jot down of sutures, it may be three weeks before they dissolve on their own.

There is a chance the epididymal cyst will grow back.

In some cases, removing an epididymal cyst or spermatocele can affectmale fertility.

This prevents the sperm from traveling out.

Aspiration

This method of removal involves inserting a needle into the cyst to drain it.

Summary

An epididymal cyst is a fluid-filled lump in the testicle that isn’t cancerous.

Most epididymal cysts go away on their own.

However, you should see your healthcare provider to check that a cyst isn’t cancer.

The healthcare provider treats the cysts only if they cause pain, discomfort, or embarrassment.

Common treatments include surgery, aspiration, or percutaneous sclerotherapy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Testicular cysts often resolve on their own.

However, it may take up to four years for the cyst to completely go away.

Testicular cysts are usually not a concern.

Cysts are generally easy to identify with a physical exam and ultrasound.

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