Scrotal masses

Injury	Disease	Nutrition	Poison

Symptoms	Surgery	Test	Special Topic

Hydrocele

Spermatocele

Male reproductive system

Scrotal masses

Alternative Names:

Hematocele; Spermatocele
Treatment:

ALL scrotal masses should be evaluated by a primary health care provider. Hematoceles, hydroceles, and spermatoceles are usuallyharmless and do not require treatment. Sudden, temporary conditions may respond to local comfort measures and, in some situations, antibiotics or pain relievers.

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A scrotal support (jock strap) may provide some relief of the pain or discomfort associated with the scrotal mass. A hematocele, hydrocele, or spermatocele may occasionally require surgery to remove the collection of blood, fluid, or dead cells.

Expectations (prognosis):

Mostconditions that cause scrotal masses are either not important or can be easily treated. Even testicular cancer has a high cure rate with early diagnosis and treatment. Nevertheless, any scrotal massshould be examined promptly by a qualified doctor. Any delay in diagnosing cancermay reduce the ability to cure it.

Complications:

Varicoceles may lead to infertility.
Hematoceles, hydroceles, and spermatoceles may return after surgery.
Some aggressive forms of testicular cancer may metastasize (move to other organs such as the lungs or liver) before a scrotal mass is large enough to be detected.

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you find any kind of lump or bulge within your scrotum.