Question
How should a pediatric left spermatic hydrocele be treated?
Answer
Spermatic or testicular hydrocele may spontaneously absorb during infancy, so it is not necessary to rush into surgical treatment for the child. If it is a communicating hydrocele, surgical treatment is required, but the timing of the surgery should also be chosen. If the hydrocele lump is not large and the tension is not high, there is no need to rush for treatment. It is advisable to wait until the child is around 7 or 8 years old before undergoing surgery. Children are affected by neonatal diseases, so parents must take their children to the doctor for timely medical treatment to avoid various misunderstandings. It is important to treat symptoms promptly. For parents, it is crucial to observe any changes in their child’s symptoms and do their best to help the child receive timely treatment for their illness.