Hydrocephalus is a collection of water in the scrotum(s) (underneath the testicles) caused by an imbalance in body fluids that usually happens during puberty, pregnancy, or after surgery. One out of every ten male babies has at least a non-communication hydrocephalus at birth.
A non-communication hydrocephalus is slightly less common than a communicative hydrocephalus
A non-communication hydrocephalus is usually just slightly larger than the size of a pea. Non-communication hydroceles generally remain the same size until adulthood. This means that they have the same weight as a person with normal size scrotums. They are often referred to as'silvery water-colored balls'. A child with non-communication hydroceles may appear to have a condition called 'scrotal jock itch' or 'scrotal eczema'.
Communication hydrocephalus on the other hand can be bigger. It generally happens when a child has enlarged scrotal papillae that protrude and are held by the walls of the scrotum. Communication hydroceles are painful and usually accompanied by pain in the groin.
Symptoms of hydrocephalus depend on the location of the hydrocele and how it affects the brain. The location and extent of hydrocephalus will determine the type of treatment required. Most hydrocele locations and effects of hydroceles can be treated with medication and/or surgery.
A study done by a group of researchers at the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden found that non-communication hydroceles in children were not diagnosed earlier. These children had a low IQ, were suffering from learning disabilities, and had low achievement in school. Because of this, most hydroceles were misdiagnosed.
The most common form of hydroceles is called a squamous non-communication hydrocele, which is basically the accumulation of fluid under the skin surrounding the head of the scrotum. This is a relatively harmless condition. Although, there are some cases where a child could develop a potentially life-threatening condition called a submucous fibrosis.
The rarer form of the condition is called a macro-cystadenomas (pronounced SIGH-knee-shee-nays) and occurs in only a small percentage of cases of hydroceles. In this case, fluid under the surface of the skin (not under the skin of the bladder) leaks into the bladder. If the bladder does not drain properly, this fluid collects under the skin and creates a sac, called a macro-cystic cyst (SC). It is this macro-cyst that causes symptoms such as pain in the groin.
Treatment for hydrocephalus depends on the type and location of the hydrocele
If the child has non-communication hydroceles, there is usually no need for immediate surgery. If the fluid collecting under the skin is a non-communication hydrocele, then surgery may be necessary to repair the leak or treat the underlying condition. It is important to know if the child is dehydrated before treating a condition like this, because dehydration can cause permanent damage to the brain. A child should be checked by a doctor for kidney problems and a physical exam for any abnormal blood pressure before going for surgery.
The most common types of treatment for non-communication hydroceles involve the use of medication. Some medications work by constricting the blood vessels under the skin, which will help in draining the fluid under the skin and also in reducing inflammation. Other medications can treat the underlying condition, resulting in quicker healing time.
Surgical options include: laparoscopic hydrocelectomy or hydroglandic periurethral ultrasound surgery, which is a type of postoperative surgery; or a laparotomy, which involves opening a vein and surgery around the bladder to relieve pressure and prevent fluid from accumulating under the skin. Surgery for a bladder infection can often be done to prevent future recurrence of the disease.
Hydrocele is very rare, but it does happen. About 20% of all children will experience one or more episodes of hydrocele in their lifetime. These episodes can occur without warning, although they are less likely to recur over a longer period. In rare cases, an episode of hydrocele can lead to serious complications such as a hernia.
Since a hydrocele is usually non-malignant and rarely causes any long-term complications, it is important that parents have a good understanding of the child's current health status and possible complications of the hydrocele in order to make a correct diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Even the most common cases of hydrocele can be quite dangerous, so it is very important to seek medical attention as soon as possible at hyundai-motor.co.th.