Hydrocele one side ball enlarged. Treated now with homeo hydrocele drops. Do you recommend surgery? If delayed what are the consequences?

How hydrocele occurs?

Hydrocele refers to swelling in the scrotum (sac holding testicles) and is typically a part of fetal development. It is noncommunicating when the baby boy’s sac closes normally, but his sac fails to absorb the Read more

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does hydrocele cause erectile dysfunction

A hydrocele is not life-threatening and usually disappears on its own. If a hydrocele does not disappear, it can cause erectile dysfunction or the erection may not go naturally. If it’s left untreated, it can also cause inguinal hernia. Hence, if you feel you have any lump in the scrotal Read more

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Dr. Nagabhushan .

can hydrocele be treated without surgery

Hydrocele generally does not need to be treated with surgery. It is harmless, painless, and disappears without treatment. However, if it’s causing you discomfort or not going away on its own, then you may need surgery.

If you have scrotal swelling or pain around the scrotum, you must see your Read more

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Dr. Nagabhushan .

what is the fluid in a hydrocele

A hydrocele is a buildup of serous fluid in a testicle that is typically pale yellow and transparent. It can occur in newborns as well as adults. Any inflammation or injury within the scrotum can be responsible for hydrocele. A hydrocele is usually harmless and disappears on its own.

However, Read more

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why hydrocele occurs

In newborns, a hydrocele can start before the birth. The testicles grow in the baby’s belly; after then it goes down to the scrotum through a tunnel. A sac of fluid goes with the testicles. Usually, the body will absorb the fluid and sac as well as tunnel seal off Read more

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Dr. Nagabhushan .