Idris M., 18

Idris is a cheerful boy from a financially disadvantaged family. He enjoys watching movies and playing soccer, and he dreams of becoming a teacher in the future. He was apparently well until two years after birth when he developed scrotal swelling. Initially small, the swelling has since increased in size, accompanied by pain, discomfort, and a feeling of heaviness. He was brought to the facility and diagnosed with hydrocele. This condition can be repaired through surgery.

Idris is an 18-year-old boy that was evaluated and diagnosed with Hydrocele. On Helpster's approval, he was admitted and surgical correction done successfully. After recovery, he was discharged home, no longer having swelling or pains. He was very happy as he can resume his usual life and was grateful to Helpster Charity.

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.