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Hydrocele
A condition characterized by fluid collecting in the tissue surrounding the testicles.
Is a type of:Congenital abnormalities
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
Baby0-2 | Very common | ||||
Preteen6-13 | Common | ||||
Teenager14-18 | Common | ||||
Young adult19-40 | Common | ||||
Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be cured with medical treatment
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
Body locations
Pelvis
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