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Is it possible for an epididymal cyst to become smaller? i think i may have one but feels like it got smaller

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Dr. James Lin answered

Possible...: Some fluctuation in the tension and size of an epididymal cyst does occasionally take place, although the size of such cysts tends to grow with a widely variable pace over time. Nonetheless, this is a nice observation, but probably not really relevant to clinical management.

Dr Ariyo agreed

Answered 4/14/2018

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A member asked:

Is it possible for an epididymal cyst to become smaller? i think i may have one but feels like it got smaller

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Lin answered

Dr Ariyo agreed

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