I've had a hydrocele for 3 years now and I'm really worried about surgery. Is there any other treatment that can fix this without going under the knife? Also if I do get the surgery, is there a chance the hydrocele might come back later?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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6+ Yrs

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yes, can come back later on.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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