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  • Male
  • 40 Years
  • 14/08/2025

Is hydrocele surgery the only way to fix it or are there other treatments I can try first

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While surgery (hydrocelectomy) is often the primary treatment for hydrocele, particularly in adults or for persistent hydroceles, it's not always the first step. In some cases, hydroceles may resolve on their own, especially in infants. Non-surgical options like aspiration and sclerotherapy, or simply monitoring the hydrocele, may be considered before surgery.

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