Hydrocele Treatment

Diagnosis of Hydrocele

Transillumination: Transillumination is a simple test in which a light source is placed against the scrotum to detect the composition of hydrocele. If there is presence of fluid in the scrotum, the light will pass through this fluid and cause your scrotum to light up. However, if scrotal swelling is due to a solid mass, the light will not pass through the scrotum.
Ultrasound: In some cases, an ultrasound may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and evaluate the size and characteristics of the hydrocele. Ultrasound is an imaging test that uses sound waves to make pictures of organs, tissues other structures inside your body.
Routine blood test: In some cases, hydrocele can be caused by infections such as syphilis and epididymitis. A blood test will help your urologist detect such an infection and provide relevant treatment.

Advanced Hydrocele Treatment at SurgiKure

SurgiKure Healthcare offers advanced, minimally-invasive hydrocele treatment using USFDA-approved technology across Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada and Hyderabad.

No cuts or stitches where laser applies
Same-day discharge for most procedures
Insurance covered with cashless support
Free follow-up care included

Frequently Asked Questions

Treatment options for hydrocele in men include observation, needle drainage to remove fluid, or surgical removal of the hydrocele sac, depending on size, symptoms, and patient health.

Hydrocele types include communicating and non-communicating. Communicating hydroceles result from fluid accumulation due to a connection between the abdomen and the scrotum. Non-communicating hydroceles occur when fluid collects in the scrotum without a connection to the abdomen. Both types can be congenital or acquired.

Hydroceles are rare in females compared to males due to anatomical differences. However, they can occur in females, typically as a result of fluid accumulation in the canal of Nuck, a small pouch of peritoneum extending into the inguinal canal. Female hydroceles may present as inguinal or labial swelling.