Patient's question:
I've been married for two years, and my wife hasn't been pregnant either. Recently, I've noticed that my epididymis has become swollen and hardened, which is causing me great distress. Today, I returned to the hospital for a comprehensive and thorough examination. The doctor told me that I have epididymal malformation. What symptoms can epididymal malformation cause?Doctor's answer:
The abnormal tissue fluid created by the testicular deformity is enclosed between the thin film layers of one or both testicles, leading to an imbalance. Sometimes it occurs after an injury to one testicle or testicular inflammation, but in most cases, no specific cause can be identified. The scrotum may swell and protrude, sometimes even reaching the size of a soccer ball, but it usually doesn't cause pain. The excess tissue fluid can be drained through a minor surgical procedure under anesthesia, and the doctor will also surgically clean any small sores in the scrotum that leak fluid.