Lump In Scrotum Next To Testicle Painful To Touch.

Posted on Mon, 1 Apr 2019

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Question : lump in scrotum next to testicle painful to touch.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
sebaceous, epididymal cyst or other soft tissue lesion likely.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to Ask A Doctor services.
I have read your query and here is my advise.

* As per my surgical experience, the lump in scrotum next to testicle can be sebaceous
cyst, epididymal cyst or else.

Kindly provide me further details so that I can answer your query completely.

1. Lump - size, consistency, progress since beginning.
2. Whether lump is visible over the surface or you can just palpate with fingers ?
3. Any noticeable change in size, shape of testicle ?

Awaiting for your response.
Regards.
Dr Bhagyesh

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (43 minutes later)

after examining, it is attached to the testicle and feels like it may be half of an inch thick and one inch long. painful to touch but nothing over bering. some swelling at times. lump seems to be bigger although the testicle it self seems like the swelling has reduced. oblong in shape.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (0 minute later)

Brief Answer:
epididymal cyst more likely.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for the relevant details.

* As per the detailed description, it sounds more likely to be possible epididymal cyst
near the testis - a completely benign condition.

* It is suggested to get a doppler ultrasound examination done for the swelling
evaluation by appointment with your family doctor.

* At present no active intervention or medications are recommended.
Avoid wearing tight undergarments.
Though ice application and analgesic when more pain will help for relief.

Wish you best health.
Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj