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Urology (Expert Forum)
Hydrocele after Hydrocelectomy
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
Kevin Pho, MD
Boston - MA
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Hydrocele after Hydrocelectomy
by kuznechikus, Jun 25, 2006 12:00AM
I'm 25 yo.
Few years ago I had left varicocelectomy.
6 months ago left hydrocelectomy developed.
I had Hydrocel-ectomy 12 days ago. As the swelling of scrotum went away I could palpate... hydrocele! Yes. It is definitely a sac with fluid. It's smaller than the previous one, it is round, mobile and situated on the front of the testis. How can it be? Tunica vaginalis hasn't been removed completely? I thought hydrocelectomy removes it so that it wouldn't produce any more fluid. Will it grow again into a big hydrocele? Or maybe it is normal and it will go away.
I haven't been on a follow up visit yet and I would like to have a second opinion.
Thank you.
Few years ago I had left varicocelectomy.
6 months ago left hydrocelectomy developed.
I had Hydrocel-ectomy 12 days ago. As the swelling of scrotum went away I could palpate... hydrocele! Yes. It is definitely a sac with fluid. It's smaller than the previous one, it is round, mobile and situated on the front of the testis. How can it be? Tunica vaginalis hasn't been removed completely? I thought hydrocelectomy removes it so that it wouldn't produce any more fluid. Will it grow again into a big hydrocele? Or maybe it is normal and it will go away.
I haven't been on a follow up visit yet and I would like to have a second opinion.
Thank you.
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Jun 26, 2006 12:00AM
, Jun 26, 2006 12:00AM
There will be an increased incidence of recurrence with hydrocele repair. I would discuss this possibility, and have the area examined by your urologist to ensure this is the case.
Imaging the area with an ultrasound is also recommended to confirm the diagnosis.
Another urological opinion can be considered if the diagnosis is in doubt - preferably at a major academic medical center.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
Imaging the area with an ultrasound is also recommended to confirm the diagnosis.
Another urological opinion can be considered if the diagnosis is in doubt - preferably at a major academic medical center.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
