What is a Intratesticular cyst?

An intratesticular spermatocele is a cystic intraparenchymal lesion that is attached to the mediastinum in the area of the rete testis. It communicates with the seminiferous tubules, whereas simple ectasia of the rete testis does not directly do so (,12). These cysts contain spermatozoa and can be septate (,Fig 11).

What is Intratesticular calcification?

Intratesticular calcifications are generally associated with phlebolith or spermatic granuloma, and regions of vascular calcification are seen as clusters. Teratocarcinoma, metastatic carcinoid tumor or embryonal cell carcinoma can be seen as calcifications associated with hypoechoic regions.

Can you get stones in your balls?

Testicular microlithiasis (tes-TIK-yoo-lur my-kroh-lih-THIE-uh-sis) is a condition in which small clusters of calcium form in the testicles. It can be detected on an ultrasound exam of the scrotum. Several studies show a relationship between testicular microlithiasis and testicular cancer.

What does Intratesticular mean?

Medical Definition of intratesticular : situated within, performed within, or administered into a testis.

How long do testicular cysts last for?

If the cyst is small and causing no problems then all you need to do is keep an eye on it and see a doctor if it gets bigger or painful. Children do not usually need treatment because most cysts disappear by themselves. However it may take up to four years to resolve.

How do you treat testicular calcification?

There is no cure or treatment for testicular microlithiasis, however, patients may be monitored via ultrasound to make sure that other conditions do not develop. Emphasis on testicular examination is the recommended follow up for asymptomatic men incidentally identified with testicular microlithiasis.

Is testicular calcification normal?

Summary: Testicular microlithiasis is common and while microcalcifications do exist in roughly 50% of germ cell tumors the majority of men with testicular microlithiasis will not develop testicular cancer.

Can spermatocele go away naturally?

Although your spermatocele probably won’t go away on its own, most spermatoceles don’t need treatment. They generally don’t cause pain or complications. If yours is painful, your doctor might recommend over-the-counter pain medications, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others).