Patient's question:
The son is five years old and has hydrocele. It's noticeable when the top of his penis swells, especially when he cries. I'm worried about how it might affect his future sexual function and fertility. How is hydrocele treated in boys?Doctor's answer:
According to the description, a 2-year-old child found a quail egg-sized lump in the groin area during coughing. This may be related to inguinal hernia in the child. It is an active hernia. The main cause is the failure of the processus vaginalis to close during the descent of the testis in the embryonic period. It can occur in the neonatal period and is a congenital disease. Conservative treatment is not suitable for children of this age. Surgery or minimally invasive treatment is the best option. If the intestinal gas is not treated in time, it may lead to damage of the sac neck, adhesion, guiding hernia, strangulated hernia, decreased autoimmune regulation ability, poor blood circulation, intestinal necrosis, intestinal obstruction, peritonitis, sepsis, and even life-threatening complications. It is recommended to prioritize surgical treatment. Generally, after treatment, it does not affect fertility or sexual function. It is advisable to actively take the child for treatment.