Patient's question:
My son is 11 years old. He says his testicles are slightly drooping and it interferes with urination. I took him to the doctor, and they said it's hydrocele. What kind of medicine can be taken for this condition?Doctor's answer:
Hydrocele can be initially treated with antibiotics to reduce inflammation. However, medication alone cannot achieve a cure, and surgical intervention is necessary. After antibiotics have controlled the inflammation, surgical treatment should be performed. If accompanied by symptoms such as pain and redness, levofloxacin can be used to combat the infection. It is recommended to undergo surgery promptly after diagnosis. This procedure can be performed in the urology or andrology department, and recovery typically takes about a week.