What is another word for hydrocele?

Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ɪdɹə͡ʊsə͡l] (IPA)

Hydrocele is a medical condition that occurs when fluid accumulates in the scrotum, causing swelling. There are a few synonyms for hydrocele, including scrotal swelling, scrotal edema, and testicular dropsy. It may also be referred to as a scrotal hernia, although this term is less commonly used. Some medical professionals may also use the term hydrocele testis to specifically refer to a hydrocele affecting the testicle. While hydroceles are often not harmful and may resolve on their own, they can be treated with surgery if they are causing discomfort or affecting quality of life.

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What are the hypernyms for Hydrocele?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Hydrocele?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Hydrocele

In a second paper, in the next number of this volume, he gives an original and successful operation for hydrocele.
"The History of the Medical Department of Transylvania University"
Robert Peter
Cephaloceles-Meningocele-Encephalocele- Hydrencephalocele-Traumatic cephal-hydrocele-Hydrocephalus; Varieties-Micrencephaly.
"Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition."
Alexander Miles Alexis Thomson
hydrocele of the isolated tunica vaginalis.
"Surgical Anatomy"
Joseph Maclise

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