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    Testicular Diseases Orchitis Epididymitis Testicular Torsion Aricocele Hydrocele Anorchidism Hydrocele

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    A hydrocele is a fluid collection around the testicle or along the spermatic cord. It can be caused by trauma, infection, tumors, or other issues that disrupt the balance of fluid production and absorption in the scrotum. The main symptom is swelling of the scrotum. Diagnosis involves physical examination and sometimes ultrasound. Treatment options include aspiration to drain the fluid or a minor surgery called hydrocelectomy to remove the fluid and sac.

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    A hydrocele is a fluid collection around the testicle or along the spermatic cord. It can be caused by trauma, infection, tumors, or other issues that disrupt the balance of fluid production and absorption in the scrotum. The main symptom is swelling of the scrotum. Diagnosis involves physical examination and sometimes ultrasound. Treatment options include aspiration to drain the fluid or a minor surgery called hydrocelectomy to remove the fluid and sac.

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    A hydrocele is a fluid collection around the testicle or along the spermatic cord. It can be caused by trauma, infection, tumors, or other issues that disrupt the balance of fluid production and absorption in the scrotum. The main symptom is swelling of the scrotum. Diagnosis involves physical examination and sometimes ultrasound. Treatment options include aspiration to drain the fluid or a minor surgery called hydrocelectomy to remove the fluid and sac.

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    Testicular Diseases Orchitis Epididymitis Testicular Torsion Aricocele Hydrocele Anorchidism Hydrocele

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    TESTICULAR DISEASES

    Inflammation of the testicles, called orchitis


    Inflammation of the epididymis, called epididymitis
    Spermatic cord torsion also called testicular torsion
    Varicocele — swollen vein from the testes, usually affecting the left testicle
    Hydrocele testis - Collection of fluid around the testicle, like a water balloon.
    Anorchidism is the absence of one or both testicles.

    HYDROCELE

    A hydrocele is a fluid collection within the tunica vaginalis of the scrotum or along the
    spermatic cord.
    These fluid collections may represent persistent developmental connections along the
    spermatic cord or an imbalance of fluid production versus absorption.

    CAUSES:

    Trauma
    Ischemia
    Infection (sexually transmitted or other)
    Testicular tumor
    Increased intra-abdominal pressure
    Filariasis may produce hydrocele in infected boys and men
    Hydrocele may be seen following ipsilateral renal transplantation
    Indirect inguinal hernia
    Primary testicular disorders
    Surgery
    Peritoneal dialysis
    Valsalva

    Pathophysiology:
    The pathophysiology of hydroceles requires an imbalance of scrotal fluid production and
    absorption. This imbalance can be divided further into exogenous fluid sources or intrinsic
    fluid production.
    Alternatively, hydroceles can be divided into those that represent a persistent
    communication with the abdominal cavity and those that do not. whereas
    noncommunicating hydroceles develop increased scrotal fluid from abnormal intrinsic
    scrotal fluid shifts.

    Communicating hydroceles: Fluid excesses are from exogenous sources (the


    abdomen) in communicating hydroceles.
    Noncommunicating hydroceles: In noncommunicating hydroceles, the
    pathophysiology may occur as a result of increased fluid production or as a
    consequence of impaired absorption.

    Signs and Symptoms:


    The main symptom of a hydrocele is swelling in the scrotum.
    Generally, hydroceles do not cause pain; however, adult men may feel discomfort.

    Diagnostic evaluation:
    The first step in diagnosing a hydrocele is a physical examination. During the exam,
    the physician may shine a flashlight at the swollen area of the scrotum. Because
    the fluid in a hydrocele is usually clear, the light will show the outline of the testicle
    and detect excess fluid.
    Ultrasonography
    Duplex ultrasonography
    Plain abdominal radiography

    Hydrocele Treatment
    Most hydroceles resolve without medical treatment.
    There are two methods of treatment: aspiration and hydrocelectomy (surgery).
    In aspiration, a needle is used to drain the fluid. Aspiration is not the most common
    treatment for hydroceles, but it may be performed when surgery is too risky. In some
    cases, medication is injected afterward the procedure to close the sac and help prevent
    hydroceles from recurring.
    Hydrocelectomy is a minor surgical procedure in which the fluid and sac are removed.

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