A member asked:

I hv mild, painless right side hydrocele since 2 yrs which was diagnosed 2 months ago n confirmed on usg......for hw long can i postpone the operation?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Maybe indefinitely: Hydroceles that are not bothersome do not require surgery. Only have a corrective operation for this benign condition if it is painful or it is cosmetically problematic for you.

Answered 3/9/2013

5.3k views

Thank
Dr. Tracy Berg answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Analyse risk/benefit: You have a choice. The risk of leaving your hydrocele intact is pretty low. Surgery is never risk free. Okay to ask your doc. Okay to take a friend with you if you go for a surgery consult. Good luck.

Answered 1/19/2017

5.2k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more