Abba Y., 4

Abba is a four-year-old cheerful boy from a financially disadvantaged family. His father, a bricklayer, has been unable to work due to illness for the past two years, making his mother the sole provider for the family. Despite his circumstances, Abba is outgoing and dreams of becoming an engineer when he grows up. Two years ago, his mother noticed a scrotal swelling that was initially small but has since grown in size. He experiences associated pain, discomfort, and a feeling of heaviness. He was brought to UMD clinic for treatment, where he was clinically examined and diagnosed with hydrocele. This condition can be surgically repaired.

Four year old Abba was evaluate dand diagnosed with Hydrocele that requires surgical correction. Under Helpster approval, he was admitted and surgery successfully done with no complications. He was discharged on the 28th of April 2025. Parents were happy as their child no longer will suffer from the discomfort and pain from the swelling. They are thankful 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.