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Testis problems
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1 month old baby's one testis is larger than another from birth.What should We do?Is it a sign of problems
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This appears to be hydrocele - a collection of fluid around the testis, which is common in newborns. It usually resolves on its own by 1–2 years of age without any treatment.
This condition is usually benign and self-limiting. Most babies with hydrocele do not need surgery unless it persists after 1–2 years or if it’s a communicating hydrocele.
Next Steps
No immediate treatment needed if it’s a simple hydrocele.
Follow up with your pediatrician during regular visits.
Ultrasound may be advised if: The swelling persists beyond 1 year, or Doubt exists between hydrocele and hernia
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Ensure the swelling is: Painless, Reducible or not rapidly increasing, Not associated with redness, fever, or excessive crying
Red flags:
If the swelling becomes tense, red, or painful
Baby has vomiting, irritability, or refusal to feed
The swelling is hard or suddenly increases in size
You’re unable to feel the testis separately — rule out hernia or testicular torsion
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Don't worry it .
It won't be permanent it will disappear at 2 yrs of age
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Dr. Prathibha Reddy
Pediatrician
12 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Go for usg scrotum . To rule out hydrocoele.
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Pune
Kindly consult once physically to nearby pediatrician and do once ultrasound testis
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Dr. Noureen Sadaf
Pediatrician
3 yrs exp
Kota
Needs evaluation. Please consult a Paediatrician physically.
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Dr. Anjali Maini
Pediatrician
33 yrs exp
Gurgaon
We need to check if there is a fluid collection of a hydrocele or another swelling or is it simply a retractile testis on the other side
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Check with your paediatrician at the clinic
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Dr. Jyothi
Pediatrician
2 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Kindly consult pediatrician physically as it requires evaluation
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