Hydrocele is a collection of fluid between the testicular capsule and its outer covering. It may be present on one or both sides and could be congenital or acquired.<\/p>\n
Congenital Hydrocele<\/strong> Acquired Hydrocele<\/strong> Generally, small hydroceles are harmless but when the hydrocele increases and grows to a large size, it may obstruct movement or sexual activity. Hydrocele is a benign disease and fortunately, does not develop into cancer. However, it may be a cause of subfertility.<\/p>\n Are dates good for you? Benefits and nutrition<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
\nThe testis develops inside the abdominal cavity in a foetus. At birth or shortly after (which may be up to three months), it migrates downwards to reach the scrotum. The communication between the scrotum and abdominal cavity closes once the testis is in the scrotum. But at times, this closure may take longer or be incomplete and when this happens, some of the abdominal fluid leaks into the peritesticular space, thus resulting in congenital hydrocele.<\/p>\n
\nThis is a result of Inflammation of the layer covering the testis. This results in fluid secretion to counter and dilute the inflammation. However, in many cases, no obvious cause is found and this is known as idiopathic hydrocele.<\/p>\n