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Symptoms
The main symptom is a painless, swollen testicle , which feels like a water balloon. A hydrocele may occur on one or bo...
Causes
Hydroceles are common in newborn infants. During normal development, the testicles descend down a tube from the abdomen...
Tests
During a physical exam, the doctor usually finds an swollen scrotum that is not tender. Often, the testicle cannot be f...
Treatments
Hydroceles are usually not dangerous, and they are usually only treated when they cause discomfort or embarrassment, or...
Complications
Complications may occur from hydrocele treatment. Risks related to hydrocele surgery may include: Blood clots; Infectio...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of hydrocele (to rule out other causes of a...
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