Dallas
214-456-2444
Fax: 214-456-2497
Ste F4300
Plano
469-497-2501
Fax: 469-497-2507
Ste P1100
Park Cities
469-488-7000
Fax: 469-488-7001
Ste 106
South Rockwall
214-867-7400
Fax: 214-456-2497
Ste 233
A epididymal cyst – also known as spermatocele – is a cyst on the scrotum on top of the testicle.
214-456-2444
Fax: 214-456-2497
Ste F4300
469-497-2501
Fax: 469-497-2507
Ste P1100
469-488-7000
Fax: 469-488-7001
Ste 106
214-867-7400
Fax: 214-456-2497
Ste 233
A spermatocele (epididymal cyst) is a fluid-filled cyst that develops in the long, tightly coiled tube that is located above and behind each testicle (epididymis). The fluid in the cyst may contain dead sperm. A spermatocele feels like a smooth, firm lump in the scrotum on top of the testicle. Having an epididymal cyst does not affect fertility.
In many cases, the cyst causes no symptoms or pain. When they do occur, signs and symptoms of an epididymal cyst include:
There is no confirmed cause.