- Request received16/03/2026
- Checked & confirmed27/04/2026
- Fundraising27/04/2026
- Treatment provided29/05/2026
- Invoice paid01/06/2026
- Case closed
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Yusuf A., 3
In treatmentEmergency care
17
$190
About emergency care
A hydrocele is a painless buildup of fluid in the sac surrounding the testicle, causing the scrotum to look swollen or enlarged. While often harmless, symptoms can include a heavy or uncomfortable feeling in the groin that may worsen as the swelling grows throughout the day. If left untreated, complications can include painful infections or an associated inguinal hernia that could trap and damage the intestines. Hydrocele typically presents as a painless, soft swelling in the scrotum. It may affect one or both testicles and is commonly seen in newborn males as well as adult men.
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Ayaji Medical and Diagnostic Center
Sarkin Hausawa Ward, Opposite AY Maikifi Filling Station, Gashua, Yobe State, Nigeria
Background
Three-year-old Yusuf is the cherished only son of a local farmer and a petty trader living in a small mud house in Amshi village. His parents work incredibly hard, but their tiny combined income of 9,000 naira barely covers their most basic needs like food and clothing. Because of their poverty and crowded living conditions, the family struggles to provide Yusuf with the healthcare and nutrition he needs to grow up healthy. Three-year-old Yusuf was brought to Ayaji Hospital with a painless swelling in his right scrotum that has grown since birth. Clinical examinations confirmed the diagnosis of a secondary right hydrocele, which is a collection of fluid around the testicle. Before treatment, his laboratory tests showed a healthy Packed Cell Volume of 40% and a Random Blood Sugar of 7.0 mmol/L. Despite coming from a very poor background with no history of surgery, he is now being prepared for medical intervention.
Medical history
Yusuf, a 3-year-old boy, was admitted with a diagnosis of right hydrocele, presenting with painless swelling of the right scrotum. On assessment, he was clinically stable with no signs of infection or acute distress. He was prepared for surgical intervention, and a hydrocelectomy was successfully performed under appropriate anesthesia without complications. Postoperatively, he was managed with analgesics such as Paracetamol and antibiotics like Amoxicillin, along with proper wound care and close monitoring. Over the following days, the swelling reduced, the surgical site healed well, and Yusuf recovered steadily before being discharged in good condition.
Prognosis
Yusuf presented with a big Hydrocele and it is causing discomfort in his daily life. He requires surgical correction to alleviate the swelling. Prognosis. Many cases, especially in children, resolve on their own without complications. When surgery is required, the outcome is typically curative, with a very low recurrence rate. Patients usually recover fully and can return to normal activities after treatment. Complications are rare but may include infection, recurrence, or scrotal injury following surgery.
