Hydroceles

Normal: The fluid around the testicles is absorbed. Noncommunicating hydrocele: The fluid stays around the testicles and is not absorbed. Communicating hydrocele: The fluid flows back and forth between the scrotum and the abdomen. Hydrocele of the cord: The fluid is located in the spermatic cord, between the scrotum and…

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Hydroceles

Three types of hydroceles

Normal: The fluid around the testicles is absorbed.

Noncommunicating hydrocele: The fluid stays around the testicles and is not absorbed.

Communicating hydrocele: The fluid flows back and forth between the scrotum and the abdomen.

Hydrocele of the cord: The fluid is located in the spermatic cord, between the scrotum and the abdomen.

Current as ofDecember 19, 2018

Author: Healthwise Staff
John Pope, MD, MPH – Pediatrics
Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine
Peter Anderson, MD, FRCSC – Pediatric Urology

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.