Spermatocele (Noun)
Meaning
A swelling on the epididymis or the testis; usually contains spermatozoa.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The doctor examined the patient and determined that the swelling on his testis was a spermatocele.
- Spermatoceles are typically harmless and can be treated with medication or surgically removed.
- During the ultrasound, the radiologist detected a spermatocele on the epididymis, which explained the patient's discomfort.
- In rare cases, a spermatocele can rupture and cause severe pain and inflammation.
- The patient underwent surgery to have the spermatocele removed and was relieved to find that his fertility was not affected.