HYDROCELIA Meaning and
Definition
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Hydrocele is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the scrotum or the female equivalent, the labia majora. It is typically caused by an imbalance in the production and absorption of the fluid that surrounds the testicles, known as the tunica vaginalis. This condition may occur in males of all ages, including newborns, as well as adult males. In females, hydrocele is a relatively rare occurrence.
The excess fluid build-up in the scrotum can result in swelling, discomfort, and a heavy or dragging sensation. This condition is usually painless, but it can cause considerable discomfort and self-consciousness due to the increase in size of the affected area.
Hydrocele can be classified as either communicative or noncommunicative. Communicative hydrocele occurs when there is a persistent connection between the tunica vaginalis and the abdominal cavity. A noncommunicative hydrocele, on the other hand, is caused by an impaired absorption of fluid in the tunica vaginalis.
Treatment options for hydroceles include watchful waiting, as some cases resolve on their own, or surgical intervention to drain the fluid or repair the connection, if necessary. In newborn males, hydroceles are often left untreated and may resolve spontaneously within the first year of life.
It is important to consult a healthcare professional if a hydrocele develops in order to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.
Common Misspellings for HYDROCELIA
- gydrocelia
- bydrocelia
- nydrocelia
- jydrocelia
- uydrocelia
- yydrocelia
- htdrocelia
- hgdrocelia
- hhdrocelia
- hudrocelia
- h7drocelia
- h6drocelia
- hysrocelia
- hyxrocelia
- hycrocelia
- hyfrocelia
- hyrrocelia
- hyerocelia
- hydeocelia
- hyddocelia
Etymology of HYDROCELIA
The term Hydrocele is derived from the combination of two Greek words: hydor meaning water and kele meaning tumor or swelling.
