Hydrocele: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment in Thane SEO title: Hydrocele Treatment in Thane West | Dr. Ankur Bhanushali Meta description: Hydrocele symptoms, causes and when surgery is advised. Consult Dr. Ankur Bhanushali, surgeon in Thane West. Call or WhatsApp 8691033033. URL slug: hydrocele-treatment-thane Hydrocele: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment in Thane West What is a hydrocele? A hydrocele is a collection of fluid around the testicle that causes swelling of the scrotum. It is usually painless and can occur in newborns, boys and adult men. Common symptoms • Swelling on one or both sides of the scrotum • A feeling of heaviness or dragging • Discomfort when walking or sitting for long • Swelling that may look larger by evening Possible causes In adults a hydrocele can develop slowly without a clear reason, or after an injury, infection or inflammation. In newborns it is often present from birth and may settle on its own. When to see a doctor Scrotal swelling should always be examined, because other conditions such as a hernia can look similar. Sudden severe pain, redness or a hard, rapidly increasing swelling needs urgent assessment. How is it diagnosed? The surgeon examines you and may advise an ultrasound to confirm the fluid and to check the testicle. Treatment A small hydrocele that causes no trouble may only need observation. When the swelling is large, uncomfortable or growing, surgery (hydrocelectomy) is the usual treatment. The plan is decided after examination. Consult Dr. Ankur Bhanushali, M.S., D. Lap. (Surg), laparoscopic surgeon with 22+ years of experience at Aayush Multispecialty Hospital, Panch Pakhdi, Thane West. Open 24 hours. Book a consultation today. Dr. Ankur Bhanushali, M.S., D. Lap. (Surg) Aayush Multispecialty Hospital, 1st Floor, Marigold Apartment, Almeda Road, Panch Pakhdi, Thane West 400602 Open 24 hours. Call or WhatsApp 8691033033. This page is general information and does not replace a consultation. Treatment depends on your examination and reports.