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One side of the scrotum swollen
My testicles are getting bigger
"Balls" are swelling and the color looks different
My scrotum is getting bigger
Scrotum is turning dark red and getting swollen
The scrotum is swollen
Scrotum is changing color and getting swollen
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Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is hydrocele?
A swelling of the scrotum caused by fluid collecting in the space around a testicle. It is common in newborns, in older boys and men, can be caused due to inflammation or injury.
Symptoms of hydrocele
Swollen scrotum or testicles
Questions your doctor may ask to check for hydrocele
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose hydrocele
Do you have swelling of the testicles or scrotum?
Treatment for hydrocele
In newborns, hydroceles can disappear by themselves. If a hydrocele doesn't disappear, it may required surgery.
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Diseases related to Hydrocele
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Nao Saito, MD (Urology)
After graduating from Tokyo Women's Medical University School of Medicine, Dr. Saito worked at Tokyo Women's Medical University Hospital, Toda Chuo General Hospital, Tokyo Women's Medical University Yachiyo Medical Center, and Ako Chuo Hospital before becoming Deputy Director (current position) at Takasaki Tower Clinic Department of Ophthalmology and Urology in April 2020.
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