A 36-year-old member asked:

Is hydrocele in a fetus a problem?

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Dr. Richard Sarle
Urology 24 years experience
Hydrocele: Possible hernia, may resolve.
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Dr. George Klauber
Specializes in Pediatric Urology
Usually not: Will probably be present at birth. Most infant hydroceles resolve spontaneously during first year of life. May need treatment if they enlarge hugely or become tense, tender or red.
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Last updated Aug 9, 2017
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