Question
A two-year-old boy was found to have a right testicular swelling on December 26, 2013. What should be the treatment approach?
Answer
This could be a symptom of pediatric inguinal hernia or hydrocele of the testis. If the lump shrinks or disappears when lying flat, it is more likely to be an inguinal hernia. If it is a hydrocele, it may sometimes resolve on its own. However, for an inguinal hernia, the issue can usually be resolved with a minor surgery when the child is older. Parents should not be overly anxious and should take their child to a specialized hospital for examination and treatment promptly, following the doctor’s advice on medication use.