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spermatocele (signs and symptoms (pain and discomfort on the affected…
spermatocele
signs and symptoms
pain and discomfort on the affected testicle
a feeling of heaviness in the testicle with spermatozoa
a mass behind and above the testicle
cyst feels hard and round during palpation
mass may be translucent
daignostic tests
physical examination
transillumination
ultrasound
testicular examination
definition
is the cystic dilation in the epididymis that contains a milky
fluid and dead spermatozoa.
the cause is unknown
surgical management
spermatocelectomy
aspiration with or without sclerotherapy
after surgery
taking analgesics day or two
apply ice pack for two to three days to reduce swelling
return for follow-up exam after two weeks
pathophysiology
the scrotum looks and feels full, but there is no pain
testes feel uncomfortable