Patient's question:
3 months ago, after an external force injury to the testicles, there was sometimes a dull pain. The doctor advised me to take medication and observe carefully. Approximately a week later, the dull pain disappeared. At that time, it seemed there was no swelling or persistent pain, but during a cold compress after a bath, I noticed a small lump on the head of the testicle, which should be the epididymis. It was about the size of a grain of rice. Over the past 3 months, it has not grown and there is no tenderness upon touch.Doctor's answer:
This should be an epididymal cyst, which is not serious. It doesn't require special treatment, and you can monitor it periodically with careful observation. If it's not large, there's no problem. It's recommended to have a testicular ultrasound done at the hospital to check if it's an epididymal cyst. If there is a cyst, periodic follow-up testicular ultrasounds are sufficient. The testicle can recover, but the treatment process is generally slow, and it's prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, during treatment, medication should be used according to the symptoms. Additionally, during the treatment period, it's advised to maintain a healthy lifestyle and have a proper diet. We hope the male patient can recover as soon as possible!