Medically reviewed by Josephine Hessert, DO Key Takeaways Hydrocele is caused by fluid around the testicles, often in babies but it can happen to adults.Varicocele is caused by enlarged veins in the ...

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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 testes? A: A hydrocele is a ...

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Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 77-year-old man, and I had an ultrasound done because I noticed my left testicle seemed swollen. The result showed a large fluid collection (5 x 5 x 3 cm) superior to the left ...

Dear R.H.: It sounds like you have a large hydrocele, a collection of fluid around the testicle, surrounding the testis and spermatic cord. Normally these are small, but in some men they can become ...

Hydrocele causes fluid to collect around the genitals, leading to extreme swelling. 1% of men globally will be affected by the condition in their lifetime. It ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 77-year-old man, and I had an ultrasound done because I noticed my left testicle seemed swollen. The ...