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A member asked:
How do i know that it is a hydrocele and not testicular cancer?
11 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Age/situation/US: The DX of hydrcoels are rather easy to separate from testicular cancer by physical exam with an ultrasound (sonar) study of the scrotal contents as a backup. I see it frequently in infants when tc is not generally an issue. Giver this is your concern you should discuss it with your physician. Self DX of a life altering issue is not prudent.
Answered 6/15/2018
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Ultrasound: A hydrocele is a benign collection of fluid in the scrotum, surrounding the testis. Testicular cancer generally presents with a solid, palpable mass in the testis itself, although lymphoma of the testes can present as generally enlarged testes. Ultrasound can differentiate the two, and is much more sensitive than physical exam. Ask your doctor.
Answered 5/14/2014
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Get ultrasound: No reason there can't be both. Hydrocele can make diagnosis by exam difficult. Ultrasound has minimal risk.
Answered 3/14/2016
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Scrotal ultrasound: Will give the answer.
Answered 7/20/2012
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