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Is epididymis cyst or spermatocele usually hard or soft?

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Cyst is spherical: Come in various sizes, can feel tender. Is a small tense fluid filled structure, niether hard or soft. Benign ; only removed if large or painful.

Dr Michaels agreed

Answered 8/14/2017

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