A Rare Case of Epididymal Cyst Due to Schistosomiasis

Schistosomal epididymitis is a very rare condition. Worldwide, very few cases have been reported, especially in India. Here is a case of schistosomal epididymitis that was found on histopathological examination of an epididymal cyst in a 32-year-old man in India. Patient presented with concerns of a right testicular swelling. Ultrasonography of scrotum showed an ill-defined echogenic lesion just above the head of right epididymis. Excision of epididymal cyst was performed. Histopathological examination showed eggs of schistosoma surrounded by abundant inflammatory infiltrate. Post-operatively, the patient was treated with single dose of praziquantel.