Abdullahi A., 13

A 13-year-old cheerful boy whose parent are poor. His father is a carpenter while his mom involves in creative arts and petty trading to make ends meet. He loves playing soccer and have dream to become a footballer when he grows up. About 2 years ago, he developed right scrotal swelling, and his mother took him to the hospital for treatment, and he was diagnosed of Hydrocele, but they don't have sufficient fund to subscribe for the surgery. Recently, the swelling was becoming bigger, associated with pains in the scrotum. He was proposed for surgery upon approval by HELPSTER CHARITY.

Abdullahi, a 13-year-old male, presented with a 5-years history of reducible right inguinoscrotal swelling, occasionally accompanied by pain and mild obstruction. After thorough evaluation, he was diagnosed with right inguinoscrotal hernia. He underwent successful hernial repair surgery without immediate complications. Following a 3-day hospital stay for close monitoring and post-operative care, Abdullahi recovered well and was discharged home with a scheduled follow-up appointment for 1 week. He has since fully recovered and resumed regular activities. We appreciate the timely intervention by Helpster and the UMD Medical team.

The persistent presence of a hydrocele can cause ongoing discomfort, heaviness, or a feeling of fullness in the scrotum. Although hydroceles are not typically associated with infections, untreated ones may become prone to infections, which can result in pain and complications. Larger hydroceles can interfere with activities like walking or participating in sports due to the added weight and size of the swollen scrotum. Surgical removal of the hydrocele sac is the most effective and permanent treatment for hydrocele. It is typically performed as an outpatient procedure under local or general anesthesia. The surgeon makes a small incision in the scrotum, drains the fluid, and removes the sac.