What is the recovery time for hydrocele surgery?

Your groin and scrotum may be swollen or bruised. This usually gets better in 2 to 3 weeks. You will probably be able to go back to work or school 4 to 7 days after surgery. But you will need to avoid strenuous exercise or heavy lifting for 2 to 4 weeks.

Can you have kids after Hydrocelectomy?

Hydrocele on its own seems to have no direct effect on later fertility. In the presence of certain associated pathological findings, however, the testes are significantly altered. Children with hydrocele and pathological findings are significantly older than hydrocele patients with no associated pathology.

When do you operate on Paediatric hydrocele?

An operation is usually only advised if the hydrocele persists after 12-24 months of age. If your child also has a hernia then this will usually be corrected in the same operation. The operation for a hydrocele involves making a very small cut in the lower tummy (abdomen) or the scrotum.

Is hydrocele a minor surgery?

The fluid is reabsorbed into the body from the pouch. A hydrocele that lasts longer than 12 to 18 months is often a communicating hydrocele. This often needs surgery to prevent an inguinal hernia. The surgery is done by making a small cut (incision) in the groin.

What happens during hydrocele surgery?

The surgeon makes a small surgical cut in the fold of the groin, and then drains the fluid. The sac (hydrocele) holding the fluid may be removed. The surgeon strengthens the muscle wall with stitches. This is called a hernia repair.

Is hydrocele painful for baby?

A hydrocele is a collection of fluid in the scrotum, surrounding the testicle, which can occur on one or both sides. The fluid will make your son’s scrotum look swollen or enlarged, but hydroceles are usually painless. Hydroceles occur more commonly in infants, especially premature infants, but can occur at any age.

Does hydrocele hurt baby?

A hydrocele is a swelling in the scrotum, the thin sac that holds the testicles. It happens when too much fluid builds up inside. The condition is most common in newborns, though it can happen to anyone with a scrotum. It may sound or look serious, even painful, but it won’t hurt your baby.

Why do babies have hydrocele?

What causes a hydrocele? During the seventh month of fetal development, the testicles move from the abdomen into the scrotum. When the testicle travels downward, it brings the sac-like lining of the abdominal cavity with it. The sac allows fluid present in the abdomen to surround the testicle.

Can hydrocele recur after surgery?

Recurrence: Recurrence of the hydrocele after inguinal approaches is most often reactive in nature and usually resolves within several months. Rarely, aspiration or scrotal surgery is warranted.