HEDROCELE Meaning and
Definition
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Hedrocele, also known as hydrocele, is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid within the scrotum, which is the pouch that contains the testicles. The fluid buildup typically occurs within the tunica vaginalis, a thin sac-like membrane that covers the testicles. This abnormal collection of fluid results in swelling and enlargement of the scrotum.
Hedrocele can occur in males of all ages, including newborns, but it is more commonly seen in infants and older men. In infants, it is often present at birth or may develop within the first few months of life. In most cases, hydroceles in infants tend to resolve on their own without any intervention by the age of one or two years.
There are two main types of hydroceles: communicating hydroceles and non-communicating hydroceles. Communicating hydroceles develop when there is a connection between the tunica vaginalis and the abdominal cavity, allowing fluid to flow in and out of the sac. Non-communicating hydroceles, on the other hand, occur when the fluid is trapped within the sac and cannot escape back into the abdominal cavity.
In many cases, hydroceles are not painful and do not cause any other symptoms apart from the visible enlargement of the scrotum. It is often a benign condition and does not pose any serious health risks. However, if the hydrocele becomes large and causes discomfort or affects the normal function of the testicles, surgical intervention may be required to remove the excess fluid and repair the sac.
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Prolapse of the intestine through the anus, proctocele.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for HEDROCELE
- gedrocele
- bedrocele
- nedrocele
- jedrocele
- uedrocele
- yedrocele
- hwdrocele
- hsdrocele
- hddrocele
- hrdrocele
- h4drocele
- h3drocele
- hesrocele
- hexrocele
- hecrocele
- hefrocele
- herrocele
- heerocele
- hedeocele
- heddocele
Similar spelling words for HEDROCELE
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