U.S. doctors online nowAsk doctors free
Saudi Arabia
A 37-year-old male asked:

I am 37 year old married father of 2 kids having severe pain and swelling in my left epididymis also hv epididymal cyst what is this and how to treat?

2 doctor answers2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Michael Sparacino
Family Medicine 39 years experience
Several things: With symptoms this complex, you owe it to yourself to call your doctor to help you make sense out of them.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Dr. Oscar Novick
Pediatrics 60 years experience
Epididimal cyst: An epididimal cyst is known as a spermatozoa vowel. Sperm becomes clogged in the epididymis and cause pain. Most of the time treatment is not needed as the problem will resolve itself. Sometime surgery is needed to reverse the pain.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Last updated Jan 25, 2016

Disclaimer:

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.