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Dear Dr. - My infant son, 1 year old has a much larger left testicle than the right one. One paediatrician told us that it is a hydrocele and needs immediate surgery. Another Paediatrician perhaps mentioned it to be a hernia and also recommended immediate surgery. Should we show him to a urologist or general surgeon for a final opinion.
Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Ultrasonography of Inquinoscrotal region can be done to confirm diagnosis.In case of hernia immediate surgery is recommended .In case of hydrocele if it is not large you can wait for another six months for spontaneous resorption . But if it is large and tense , it will not disappear spontaneously and surgery is recommended .If it is small and persists beyond 18 months , it should be repaired as it is unlikely to disappear spontaneously .For final opinion you should show him to paediatric surgeon .
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Take care. • DISCLAIMER: - All the information provided here is for information purpose only , it is not a substitute for the advice of a physician after physical examination , it is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor. This information in no way establishes a doctor-patient relationship. Before acting anything based on this information do consult your doctor. I recommend that online users seek the advice of a physician who can perform an in-person physical examination
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Suggest Treatment For Testicles Of Uneven Size
Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. Ultrasonography of Inquinoscrotal region can be done to confirm diagnosis.In case of hernia immediate surgery is recommended .In case of hydrocele if it is not large you can wait for another six months for spontaneous resorption . But if it is large and tense , it will not disappear spontaneously and surgery is recommended .If it is small and persists beyond 18 months , it should be repaired as it is unlikely to disappear spontaneously .For final opinion you should show him to paediatric surgeon . Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Take care. • DISCLAIMER: - All the information provided here is for information purpose only , it is not a substitute for the advice of a physician after physical examination , it is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor. This information in no way establishes a doctor-patient relationship. Before acting anything based on this information do consult your doctor. I recommend that online users seek the advice of a physician who can perform an in-person physical examination