OSCHEOCELE Meaning and
Definition
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Oscheocele is a medical term used to describe a condition characterized by the presence of a hernia, or a sac-like protrusion, in the scrotum, specifically within the area of the oscheum. An oscheocele primarily occurs due to weakness or damage in the protective layers of tissue surrounding the testicles, allowing a part of the abdominal contents (such as intestines or fat) to push through and herniate into the scrotal sac.
The condition most commonly affects males, particularly older individuals or those with weakened abdominal muscles. Oscheoceles can develop gradually over time or may be the result of sudden strain or trauma to the abdominal area. Symptoms of this condition may include a visible or palpable bulge in the scrotum, discomfort or pain, and, in some cases, swelling or enlargement of the affected testicle.
Diagnosis of oscheocele typically involves physical examination, medical history assessment, and often imaging tests such as ultrasound or MRI to confirm the presence and extent of the hernia. Treatment options for oscheoceles include watchful waiting with regular monitoring, supportive measures such as wearing supportive underwear or a scrotal support, or surgical intervention to repair the weakened tissue and return the herniated contents back into their proper position. The choice of treatment depends on the severity of the condition, associated symptoms, and the patient's overall health.
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1. Scrotal hernia. 2. A tumor of the scrotum, oscheoncus, oscheoma.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for OSCHEOCELE
- ischeocele
- kscheocele
- lscheocele
- pscheocele
- 0scheocele
- 9scheocele
- oacheocele
- ozcheocele
- oxcheocele
- odcheocele
- oecheocele
- owcheocele
- osxheocele
- osvheocele
- osfheocele
- osdheocele
- oscgeocele
- oscbeocele
- oscneocele
Similar spelling word for OSCHEOCELE
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