Epididymal Cyst
An epididymal cyst is a sac of fluid located in the epididymus.
The epididymus conveys the sperm from the testis to the vas. It is located above and behind the testis.
The incision will be on one side of your scrotum.
All your stitches will dissolve usually in about 10 days or so.
Please remember that you have had a general anaesthetic!
DOs
- Contact the hospital immediately if your wound bleeds excessively or you have severe pain. A slight ooze is usual which should not worry you
- Take your prescribed painkillers or Paracetamol as instructed. You may feel tender and sore following your operation
- Remove the dressing, as instructed, in a warm bath if necessary
- Have a daily bath or shower in order to keep your wound clean until the sutures have dissolved
- Wear supportive underpants until the sutures have dissolved. You may find it more comfortable
- Resume work after one week if fit to do so
- If the stitches have not dissolved within 10 days and you are worried please contact the ward
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DONTs
- Do not drive a car or operate machinery for 24 hours. Remember you cannot drive home yourself. It is recommended that you do not drive until you are comfortable to do an emergency stop. This may take a week
- Refrain from contact sports and swimming until all is healed
- Refrain from sexual intercourse until all is healed and you are comfortable
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