ABSTRACT
Epidermoid cysts of the testis are uncommon benign tumours of the germ cells. The condition was first reported by Docherty and Priestly in 1942. Epidermoid cysts cannot be distinguished from malignant testicular tumours on clinical presentation and can occur at almost any age. Patients are usually asymptomatic except for the presence of a smooth, firm, painless testicular mass 10 mm to 30 mm in size. In some cases the patient may experience testicular discomfort and scrotal enlargement. Female circumcision is also called female genital mutilation or female genital cutting. These terms refer to the practice of surgically removing females' genitalia. It is common in African countries, and also occurs in the Middle East and Asia. Surgical treatment is always advisable for excision of the cyst, rather than complete orchidectomy. There are many potential complications, some of which may be serious or even fatal, including infection, haemorrhage, sexual dysfunction and problems with pregnancy and childbirth.
