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A hydrocele that doesn't disappear on its own might need to be surgically removed, typically as an outpatient procedure. The surgery to remove a hydrocele (hydrocelectomy) can be done under general or regional anesthesia. An incision is made in the scrotum or lower abdomen to remove the hydrocele.
Also know, can a hydrocele go away on its own?
If your new infant has a hydrocele, it will probably go away on its own in about a year. If your child's hydrocele doesn't go away on its own or becomes very large, he might need surgery by a urologist. In adults, hydroceles typically go away within six months, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Also asked, what is best treatment for hydrocele?
There are no drugs available to treat adult hydrocele, although pain medication may help relieve any discomfort. Surgery may be needed to repair/drain a hydrocele if it causes pain, if there might be an infection, or if the hydrocele becomes too large.
A hydrocele typically isn't dangerous and usually doesn't affect fertility. But a hydrocele might be associated with an underlying testicular condition that can cause serious complications, including: Infection or tumor.