My scrotum has been swollen for the past three months. A doctor who attended to me said it is a case of ‘water in my scrotum’. Kindly let me know more about this.Sule (by SMS) In adults, hydroceles ...

Q: I would like some information regarding hydroceles. My dad was recently diagnosed with one. Also, does an inguinal hernia have to be on the same side as the affected ...

Hydroceles and spermatoceles were drained with a 16 gauge angiocatheter, connected to sterile intravenous tubing per gravity. Gentle manipulation of the scrotum resulted in the total emptying of the ...

Dr Misra-Sharp continues: "Hydroceles can generally be left alone if they aren’t causing discomfort or growing significantly. However, if the hydrocele is large, painful, or affecting daily life (for ...

Simple hydroceles, on the other hand, demonstrate a consistent size (but are larger than normal) throughout the day. They gradually shrink over time. A hydrocele is located primarily in front of one ...

CONCLUSIONS: Sclerotherapy of hydroceles and spermatoceles with 99.5% alcohol is an efficient procedure that can be perormed without difficulties, cost-effectiveness, with few side effects and which ...

Hydroceles cause generalized swelling of the scrotum, which can increase or decrease during the day. The size of a hydrocele can vary greatly, with the swelling being overt in some people and subtle ...

The prevalence of hydroceles in the coastal region of Kenya is not documented despite the many cases that we encounter in this region. In the coastal region of Kenya Mwobobia et, al looked at the ...

A hydrocele is a collection of fluid in the scrotum. This article will look at the prevalence, symptoms, diagnoses, and treatment of hydroceles in infant, children, and adult males. A hydrocele is the ...

Hydroceles can occur in older boys during puberty, due to an overproduction of fluid in the tissue surrounding the testicle. If the hydrocele causes excessive swelling around the testicles, surgery ...

Addressing the neglected surgical conditions of hernias and hydroceles requires concerted efforts from policymakers, healthcare providers, and donor organizations to ensure equitable access to ...