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| Alternative Names: | Hematocele; Spermatocele
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| Prevention: | - Scrotal masses (aggregations of cells) caused by a condition that may be linked to a sexually transmitted disease (for example, epididymitis) may be prevented by practicing safer sexual behaviors.
- Scrotal masses resulting from local physical trauma may be prevented by wearing protective gear (such as an athletic cup) for high-risk activities.
- Many causes of scrotal masses are not preventable. However, periodic testicular self examination can assist in early diagnosis, treatment and therefore improved outcome.
- All males, 15 years or older, who are not aware of how to perform testicular self examination should be taught how to do so by a physician.
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Review Date: 8/10/2001
Reviewed By: David R. Knowles M.D., Department of Urology, New York-Presbyterian Hospital Columbia Campus, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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