Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Swelling Of Testicles Post Hernia Repair?
My son had a hernia inguinal repair with hydrocelectomy with mesh almost 2 weeks ago. There was no swelling after the surgery but suddenly 2 days ago his testical on the same side as the hernia swelled up to the size of a tennis ball. Is this normal to not have swelling right after the surgery but then for it to show up a week & a half later. He says there is a little bit of pain in the testical as well. He is 14 years old and about 125 lbs.
Fri, 17 Jul 2015
Hello and welcome to HCM.
Well, i do share your anxiety. As an Urologist, i must advise you to take your son to the surgeon, as he can examine the swelling you're describing.
Such a swelling may be an inflammatory swelling, which will subside with treatment and keeping the scrotal area well supported in an upward direction.
In certain cases, there may be a fluid or blood collection beneath the skin surface, which may need a different type of treatment.
Hope your doubt is cleared and feel free to contact me anytime by name.
Dr.Matthew Mangat.
Well, i do share your anxiety. As an Urologist, i must advise you to take your son to the surgeon, as he can examine the swelling you're describing.
Such a swelling may be an inflammatory swelling, which will subside with treatment and keeping the scrotal area well supported in an upward direction.
In certain cases, there may be a fluid or blood collection beneath the skin surface, which may need a different type of treatment.
Hope your doubt is cleared and feel free to contact me anytime by name.
Dr.Matthew Mangat.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further inquiries on surgery procedure and its risks or complications book an appointment now
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on With an inguinal hernia
Loading Online Doctors....