| Treatments | Conventional Hydrocele Surgery | Advanced Hydrocele Repair |
|---|---|---|
| Major Cuts and Wounds | Yes | No |
| Major Pain | Panful | No |
| Major Blood loss | Yes | No |
| Stitches | Yes | Minimal |
| Rest after Hydrocele surgery | 3-4 weeks | Usually Can resume work next day |
| Follow up after surgery | Required | Usually Not required |
Hydrocele symptoms may vary with different stages:
Scrotal Swelling
Heaviness
Pain
A hydrocele is the swelling of the scrotum, which occurs when too much fluid is collected between the thin sheaths that surround the testis. This is common in newborns (10%), but older boys and men can get it as well (1%). If left untreated for long period, complications can develop like an infection.
How was Hydrocele is detected?
An expert hydrocele doctor can diagnose a hydrocele through a combination of tests and observations, including:
Physical exam
An imaging test such as an Ultrasound, MRI
Can a hydrocele be prevented?
There is nothing you can do to prevent your baby from getting a hydrocele.
For adolescent and adult men, the best protection against a hydrocele is to keep the testicles and scrotum free of injury.
Although hydroceles are usually not a major health issue, you should tell your healthcare provider about any abnormality or swelling in the scrotum. Another disease or condition may be causing or mimicking the abnormality.
How is the prognosis of a hydrocele?
The outcome for a hydrocele is generally positive. Cases that need surgery have a high success rate.
