They Had to CUT OPEN My LEFT TESTICLE!!! - My Hydrocelectomy Story

[@LoganHarris]

Update: I didn’t realize so many people got this surgery 😂 I’ve created a Hydrocelectomy community!

[@user-tu3ux9eo8c]

hey just a quick question, this dosent effect fertility right? i wanna have kids 😂😭

[@LoganHarris]

@@user-tu3ux9eo8c Good question and no it does not!

[@user-tu3ux9eo8c]

@@LoganHarris getting mine jan 4th. super scared 😭 also you were knocked out the whole surgery right? how many hours where u in the hospital after and how did you walk to the car? Also thanks for this, Your helping a lot of people !

[@LoganHarris]

@@user-tu3ux9eo8c Its not a fun first few days but after maybe 3 days the pain goes away. I kind of left right after the surgery! They wheeled me out on a wheel chair and I got in my car. Recovered at home

[@user-tu3ux9eo8c]

@@LoganHarris thanks for the help man!

[@svenheger2266]

Cheers for posting this. Really helps to reduce the anxiety before getting that type of procedure done. Great info you shared 👍🏼🤚🏽

[@y.o7143]

Thanks man, your video is a required watch before going for the procedure ;) just got home after my procedure; watched these days before. For anyone watching this and worried- just do it! I had mine for decades....lol. Not much pain so far and glad I got it done!

[@LoganHarris]

Glad you were able to get it done! Pray you have a smooth recovery! 🙏🏼

[@tmcb2000]

Good to come across this thread. I noticed one of my danglers was larger than the other about 6 months ago and had it diagnosed at the hospital I happened to be attending for a broken upper arm ( following which I also had a bout of Covid, so three bummers in a row). Now it has swollen to a good-sized guava and is extremely uncomfortable, annoying and embarrassing. I'm down for surgery and can't wait to get it over with. There are plenty of gory vids on the op but this is the first one I've encountered giving the experience of the 'wearer' themself, which is much appreciated along with the hundreds of responses.

[@LoganHarris]

Before my surgery, I was trying to find videos of other people’s experiences but I couldn’t fine any! So I thought it was a good opportunity to make one myself! Glad I could be of service! The surgery was well worth it to me. Wish you the best!

[@brianbernal9470]

​@@LoganHarris can you do video with nose clips on

[@jrstar7342]

Admire your courage about being transparent about this procedure as I went through this three months ago. I'm older then you are (53) and my recovery still ongoing. Thanks to letting men know what to expect during and after surgery.

[@LoganHarris]

Appreciate it! When I was trying to research about it, I couldn’t find ANYBODYS experience, so I made a video of my own. I’m glad I did!

[@Michael-wz5iv]

How did you end up recovering? And how long did your swelling last?

[@chanceg8482]

@Logan Harris I just had this done today. a few hours ago. No tube, just icing down there. Thank you for sharing your experience and video which calmed down a lot. If anybody needs a Hydrocelectomy should get it done, yes you will be nervous but I promise you after you will feel great you did it.

[@armanj4514]

no issues at alll?

[@kennytraylor6798]

Hey chance do you mind telling me where you got your surgery done with the no tube

[@dtl974]

Thanks for sharing your experience, you really have built a little support community where others can seek advice / help and its a wonderful thing to see. I have to have this procedure done soon and Im glad I was able to stumble across your video. It has kinda helped me understand what to expect.

[@LoganHarris]

Appreciate it!! I didn’t see many hydrocelectomy videos when I was trying to look for some so I feel like it was necessary for me to make one!! 😂 Hope your procedure goes well!!

[@igumirabenjamin7585]

How did it go

[@dantracq481]

Thanks for posting your experience. I’ll have the same surgery in a couple weeks and it’s good to hear that your experience wasn’t bad.

[@Michael-wz5iv]

How are you doing now? Do you still have swelling?

[@dantracq481]

@@Michael-wz5iv No more swelling, and the scar is fairly well healed, but unfortunately now, one sits much higher than the other and if I want that fixed, I’ll need to see a plastic surgeon. Did that happen with your surgery?

[@Michael-wz5iv]

@@dantracq481 I basically have the opposite to what you have at the moment, my testicle hangs loosely as it did before (there is a little of restriction) however I still have decent swelling. My testicle is the size of an egg still 8 months out. I have read it can take some time for the testicle to detach but you are right to get it investigated

[@Michael-wz5iv]

I basically have the opposite to what you have, my testicle is still swollen 8 months after surgery however it mostly hangs loose. There’s still a chance your testicle will loosen up but you are right to get it looked at. Currently 8 months out of surgery and my swelling is still the size of an egg and heavy will probably end up needing another surgery soon

[@gavinstorey3058]

Hi all. I just want to share my experience. I had the surgery 1 week ago and my experience seems to be quite different from a lot of the comments I have seen here. Of course, the area has been a little tender, but I have not felt a lot of pain, in fact just a little discomfort from time to time. I was given strong paracetamol and an anti-inflammatory painkiller to take which I have been alternating every 4 hours and overall, I have felt fine. The worse part for me was feeling ok but having to keep reminding myself that I need to rest and take it slow. I first had it diagnosed in November 2022 and after several appointments and tests I was given the option to have the surgery or wait until I was ready. I spent several weeks unsure what to do but I was always self-conscious about having one enlarged testicle and it was on my mind daily. Generally, if it doesn't go away by itself within a few months then it is likely that it will just keep getting bigger over time. For any of you here who have a hydrocele and are worried about having the surgery, then I would definitely recommend getting it. I know for us guys down there is a sensitive area but really after just 1 week I already feel so much better about having had the surgery. I still have more healing to do but I will update you all next week with my progress.

[@LoganHarris]

Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@gavinstorey3058]

Hi again. Slightly late with my update but here it is. I am now 4 weeks after the surgery, and all has been good. For the first couple of weeks, I had a little discomfort but nothing that kept me awake at night. The next couple of weeks were again ok but I think I have just been over cautious. I had a check-up with the specialist a few days ago and he said that I still have a little swelling but that is normal and now I can start to have a normal life again. I know we all have different experiences but for me it has been positive. I was so self-conscious before the operation about having a large testicle and it was always on the back of my mind. now just 1 month after the surgery I can see that it practically looks normal again and I feel so much better in my mind. You are all different but if you have the same issue and are not sure whether to have surgery or not, I would defiantly recommend getting it done as soon as you can. You will have to take is super easy for the first couple of weeks and then just be a little careful for another but then you will almost be back to normal.

[@troygodfrey6482]

I’ve had a hydrocele for years. Longer than I can remember. Yes it’s in the way for almost everything. I’m a linemen so I’m climbing towers everyday and it’s difficult but I’ve managed. Walking, bending over, seggs… difficult. I’m getting the surgery tomorrow so wish me luck

[@troygodfrey6482]

Update. This shit sucks

[@ringtail1401]

@@troygodfrey6482 Everything ok?

[@troygodfrey6482]

Getting better. Day 3 and I can walk normal. Lots of brusing and swelling is going down

[@user-ui8sp5th4g]

How did you think you developed it. I recently developed a hydrocele and am looking to have surgery when I can’t did your hurt at all bc mine is killing me

[@vishalkayne]

Update please....

[@aaronwilson5155]

I’ve had mine for 14 years… finally getting surgery. Thanks for the video it made me feel a lot better. Update: surgery done on 12/7/22. The surgery went good. No issues. The first 3 days were rough. Pain was mild to moderate, peaking on day 3. The most annoying part was the drain. I figured there would be something attached to catch the drainage, but unfortunately there was not, had to keep a bunch of gauze to soak up the fluid and blood. Thankfully I had my wife to help me change my dressing (for better or worse right?). I was given hydrocodone and an antibiotic. The antibiotic gave me diarrhea which sucked and made the ordeal so much worse. Swelling and bruising began to subside around day 4-5. Currently 8 days post surgery and I’m still feeling some slight pain and discomfort due to the stitches. Swelling continues to decrease. I had lived with mine for 14 years and was about the size and shape of an avocado. It wasn’t causing me pain just slight discomfort and embarrassment. I could have left it alone and I regretted doing the surgery for the first few days. But that feeling has passed. I know once everything has healed and the swelling is gone I’ll feel so much better.

[@Watchthespin_80]

I had the surgery 8 days ago. Feeling better now but still probably have a few more weeks to go before I feel 100%. My best advice post op if you have a drain tube is to get an ACE bandage to wrap around your upper thigh and create a holster for the drain. It's much more comfortable than trying to tuck the drain inside a jock strap, especially when you need to sit down.

[@larryplants1502]

yeah that drain was a pain to deal with

[@xiaojialc]

Hydrocelectomy. 66 year old. Hydrocele detected 1.5+ years previously. Gaining a Urologists attention for my hydrocele, and any urgency was very difficult, as they are perceived to be minor. I actually had to switch Urologist as I could get no traction for treatment. During the 18 months of having a hydrocele, its size increased from a plum, to lime, to lemon, to orange, to small grapefruit. During surgery 1/2 liter of fluid was drained, which seemed to really impress my Urologist. Problems sleeping, and the fact that something was "just not correct" was my main issue. I was also limited in types of exercise (running, biking). Towards the end the hydrocele was visible through my clothing. Sleeping problems diminished as the hydrocele got larger for some reason. On-line I saw minimally invasive hydrocelectomy or laser treatments as an option. These were advertised to be lower impact with fast recovery times. I was not able to find those options locally, but would have liked too. My incision was big and had ten stitches. Surgery was out-patient under general anesthesia and went well. I guess anything less than having a testicle the size of a grapefruit feels better. I did use pain medicine overnight before switching to tylenol. The most obvious pain symptom was the feeling that someone had kicked you in the family jewels, though it was manageable. My Surgeon installed a penrose drain, which is an open tube draining from the surgical site. This was quite uncomfortable, and resulted in blood stains all over. The blood literally flows out of the tube into a gauze pad, but the gauze pad leaks a lot. The initial plan was to leave the drain in for 14 days, I would characterize that as pretty impactful due to the discomfort and blood. I took a shower after 24 hours, which I thought was OK (I was not told not to), and saw quite a bit of bleeding. I wished I had asked more about that. On-line I saw references to showering after 24-48 hours. When talking to the nurse about the blood she indicated that was normal, but also suggested we take the drain out. I didn’t even like having the drain for 2.5 days, having it for 14 days would have been horrible. If your Surgeon indicates they are using a drain, I would ask questions and look to minimize that. Things almost immediately returned to the correct size, though the scrotum was clearly stretched out and took a few days to return to normal. Bruising showed on day 4. Still taking OTC mediation for minor pain. I did not ice as much as I SHOULD HAVE…. After surgery the exterior of the testicle was hard, almost like a shell. This did not cause any problem, and things became normal after a number of months. The final results turned out well and feels pretty normal.

[@jimmymiracleart]

I am 10 weeks post hydrocele surgery and unfortunately my hydrocele has completely returned to normal size (apple size), and I have a bit of pain some days and uncomfortable sleeping whereas before surgery I was 100% pain free. So, for those considering this surgery, just be informed that it doesn't always resolve the problem. I will consider a second surgery, although not leaning towards it at the moment. I wish everyone the best who decides to have the surgery.

[@gail2485]

I appreciate your video! My friend is having this op tomorrow in South Africa. Now I’ve got an idea what he’ll be experiencing. Thank you!

[@robhamilton8993]

😂😂 have to laugh. Just watched your London video and thought you looked familiar. I watched this Hydrocele video a couple weeks ago before my Hydrocele surgery. Just had my surgery done one week ago. Ouch but taking it easy.

[@LoganHarris]

LOL! Two completely different vlogs 😂 Yes it was not fun! Hope you’re having a speedy recovery!

[@habib.h5921]

Hey I hope you're doing better now. I LL go through that surgery next week. I have few questions to ask you if you don't mind for sure: 1- how many days did you have to stay in bed to fully recover? 2- on the fifth day after the surgery, were you able to walk ? 3- did your doctor take off the entire tissue surrounding the testis or was it just emptying the sack and seal everything back? The draining tube type was Penrose or jackson-pratt? How does the scar look as it gets older? Am afraid and bit nervous because I have prior commitement at my job and I only can rest for 5 days before resuming my "normal" life.

[@joeygee23able]

I'm 9 days out... First 48 hours was soul searching hell. Now I'm just in what I describe as perpetual "discomfort" I had a bilateral procedure. Both nuts. No drains though.

[@rockrwywy]

Did they fully knock you out or was it just local anasthesia (numbing and anxiety meds but you're still awake)

[@benshaw3448]

@@rockrwywy I get mine done on Friday and have full Anesthesia

[@fabianhd5703]

@@rockrwywy I will be completely anesthetized.

[@Watchthespin_80]

I had my hydrocelectomy about 4 days ago. It was on my right testicle and was the size of a large plumb. I had lived with it for over 20 years and it started out about the size of a pea but steadily grew over time. My drain tube comes out tomorrow and that has been really annoying. The rubber drain is shaped like a hand grenade and holds about 100cc. Tucking it into a jock strap with your sore testicles is not very comfortable at all. I found it best to wrap an ACE bandage around my upper thigh to create a makeshift holster for the drain and that was more comfortable. Pain has been manageable with ibuprofen. Ice packs help for sure. I have some swelling and bruising, but even with that, my scrotum looks much more normal sized than before my surgery. Hopefully things continue to improve and I can get back to some normal activities within the next 2 weeks. Thanks for making this video!

[@LoganHarris]

20 years!! Man that's crazy. Glad you were finally able to get it done and pray for a speedy recovery!

[@Watchthespin_80]

@@LoganHarris quick question. I'm now 8 days post op. Drain tube is out and I'm healing up pretty nicely so far. Did you have pain in your lower abdomen on the side where your hyrdocele was removed? I have the type of pain one would feel after being hit in the testicles, where it kind of radiates up into the lower abdomen. It's not excruciating but uncomfortable, especially if I've been on my feet for more than 10 minutes or so. If you did have this kind of pain, how long did it take to go away? Thanks again!

[@billbeyatte]

Thanks. My procedure is scheduled in a few weeks.

[@LoganHarris]

Good luck!

[@irdiver3]

Thanks am about to get this operation. This was very helpful in knowing what is going to happen.

[@triciacooper1401]

Thank you for your video! My husband will have this surgery soon.

[@hleibs]

Just got back from mine :( hoping the recovery is as quick as yours! Thanks for this it helps a lot

[@LoganHarris]

Hang in there man! Get better soon!

[@jackstelling4365]

Thanks for the comment, it also helps

[@DirkHills-hj9bx]

Got a hydrocelectomy,the worst pain the next morning when I was discarge by a mindlist Dr. remove the cover plaster.3 Weeks and everything feels fine.

[@catallergiccat]

You are the man! Mine is in 3 weeks, scared.. I have been having it for 14+ years, it is not very big but super annoying ..

[@LoganHarris]

14 years!! Holy cow!!

[@catallergiccat]

@@LoganHarris Yeah, because it normally doesn’t cause discomfort, however occasionally, when it does, it is really not fun. Even though the op is still optional, but I just had enough.

[@sailfarah3176]

@@catallergiccat bro..when them brods say its ugly ..then its dicomfort ..trust me 🤣🤣🤣👍

[@harshadchavhan8298]

@@catallergiccat Thanks for sharing experience bro , I am going tomorrow for surgery , I have this since last 10 years, somehow I managed the things. Mine was 5th times bigger than normal one , how much time does it take to get completely normal? What that tube does at bottom?

[@catallergiccat]

I finally had the surgery at the end of 2021! It has been great, no more chronicle pain, all back to normal!

[@uvprofile67]

Everybody keeps talking about childhood Hydrocele so this is very helpful. Thanks

[@pckpb5579]

Had bilateral surgery 2 months ago- removed over a 1000ml on my right side then developed a seroma post surgery on my left had to go for a second operation last week kept overnight that time with a drain put in, feeling much better now! I was first diagnosed over three years ago and was advised to “live” with it... things got worse during lock down, NHS said I would have to wait up to a year for surgery as they had back logs... I paid for private treatment eventually out of desperation- many sleepless nights in pain... my advice would be get it sorted soon as u can and ignore any dr that tells you to “live with it”.

[@victorlo3456]

Thanks for sharing your experience. After removing 1000ml, your right side become the normal size? The right side is more depth than before operation?

[@MannyQuacioua]

Have you guys heard of any connections with a Iniguial Hernia?

[@michaelmorrissey1052]

Great for you to put the info out there. 👍

[@jackofallglass165]

i'm getting a hydrocelectomy this week. thanks for the info man. really helped

[@malcolmbutler801]

Same day 3 years later! One week later feeling better. Mine was painful.

[@bendaniel4972]

Thanks for sharing your experience. Lots of videos on the procedure, but none on the experience. Mine is scheduled next Tuesday, so it helps to know what to expect.

[@LoganHarris]

Thats why I made the video! I couldn’t find any when I was getting the procedure done.

[@grr1972]

how'd it go ben?

[@flowflyfishing2131]

I recovering now, day 2. I was able to spend a couple hours out of bed this morning and took a shower. It’s still painful. I don’t have a drain tube. My incision is 2-3 inches down the middle of my scrotum. Ice works great.

[@LoganHarris]

Wish you a speedy recovery!

[@flowflyfishing2131]

i’m at day 4 post surgery. Walking around with a jock strap helps control the pain while walking and moving around the house. My scrotum is completely black and blue, and tender around the 2 inch incision down the middle.. I still experiencing moderate pain. In addition, some of the pain has moved up above the scrotum, sort of between my inner leg and penis. Not sure why. I haven’t taken prescription medication today, ran out. ice helps me, a lot.

[@kdogger61]

Have to have it done in Oct..thx for sharing

[@LoganHarris]

Good luck!! 😅

[@fenneltron9483]

Had a huge one removed 4 days ago. Still swollen and pretty sore (the first 2 days felt like I got kicked by a mule) but it beats constantly worrying about the grapefruit I was smuggling.

[@BOBBYBOMACLLC]

You give me confidence I gotta get this check out but afraid too idk why

[@reek2hate939]

@@BOBBYBOMACLLC so I’m a little frightened because I got mine removed two weeks ago and the side that got surgery it’s kinda scaring me that my ball is on the bottom but above it it is like this weird fluid tender thingy idk wtf it is

[@BOBBYBOMACLLC]

@@reek2hate939 I’m sure tired of this damn grapefruit like fluid around my right ball have me pissing like crazy and starting to hurt

[@fenneltron9483]

@@reek2hate939 That's probably the skin from the sac folded over, depending on how they did yours. There will always be a little hard thing there. At 2 weeks stuff is still swollen though and there are still sutures that haven't dissolved. give it a few more weeks.

[@fenneltron9483]

@@BOBBYBOMACLLC it's not that bad. my doctor diagnosed it in about 30 seconds and referred me to a urologist. then i had to get an ultrasound to check for anything abnormal. the surgery itself was basically 4 deep breaths of anesthesia and waking up in a different room with a sore ball. About 4 hours total from check-in to check-out. Keep in mind each of these appointments had weeks of waiting between them. start asap because doctors and specialists are booked solid right now.

[@larryplants1502]

just had mine 3/22/2023 recovery is going good

[@larryplants1502]

@@zaeemalkokbany1529 My follow up was April 27th and all is good , no swelling at all, healing great

[@dylanbrown9180]

I just had my surgery 48 hours ago, It’s a special kind of hell, I had my epididymis removed on both sides back in December, and that’s what caused the hydrocele but the pain this time was so much worse than the last.

[@LoganHarris]

It’s not fun! I pray you have a speedy recovery!

[@Michael-wz5iv]

How are you doing now I’m booked in for this surgery in 3 weeks for a egg sized hydrocele, it isn’t the biggest but it’s big enough to give me an awkward bulge and it also is v uncomfortable 90’percent of the time!

[@Matic-777]

I need this done on my left testical. Thought it was a hernia at first cause I have had 2 hernia before and kinda feels like one. Testical is not that much bigger than my normal one. Did this feel like minor shooting pain in groin area for anyone? My doctor told me not to have the surgery which is weird. It’s just feels like I have to adjust my testical. And I get minor shooting nerve pains. Other than discomfort did anyone have pains?

[@sixfoothobit]

Can anyone help? I’m 10 days post op and there is no more pain or soreness but the testicle is lumpy almost like more squishy in certain spots and not just smooth and egg shaped like the other. I’m guessing it’s from the sac being flipped inside out and maybe it’s still swollen although not painful. I’m wondering if it will go away or smoothen out over time or if it’s always going to be a little lumpy/misshapen? Can anyone chime in please?

[@ringtail1401]

Yeah it'll be from the sack tissue being wrapped back around the testicle and sown down. It's really not a good procedure, and I get the impression every one is slightly different. The first time I had it done feels completely different to the second time results. I imagine with yours the tissues will become slightly less bloated with time, but I think much of that tissue weirdness will be permanent, sadly. I'm in a similar boat

[@nirmalwalunzkar840]

Thanks for sharing.. I am having my surgery today .. I hope I don't need to rest more as I have to travel for work within 3 weeks

[@saikumar-zo3uz]

How are you doing now brother

[@wesleyedwards2764]

Have had a softball sized hydrocele since about 2004. I misunderstood my doc back then I think. I thought hesaid that they could poke it with a needle a bunch of times and it might come back or removal of the testicle. He said that I only really needed one. It's been embarrassing and my ex-fiance wanted me to go in for repairs. Either the science and technology has improved since then or I misunderstood my Urologist. I think I can suck it up for a couple of weeks to have it removed.

[@HazelEyedElf]

Hey! Its been 8 months since I had mine done. I'm 29. There's been little to no pain. But this far out, it seems that the area still swells up/down, back and forth. I especially notice it swell up when having to use restroom. But other times, it's lose. I was told swelling was just scar tissue but Idk. One thing to note as well is that I didn't have to get any sort of tube removed post-OP. Doubt you are going through any of this. But if you are, let me know! Thanks for posting your experience BTW.

[@LoganHarris]

Im not having this experience! Mine has pretty much gone away. I’m sorry you’re going through swelling still! That was my fear.

[@edwardbennett959]

Was wondering is the swelling from when your are going number 2?

[@HazelEyedElf]

@@edwardbennett959 It seems like it's a bit of 1 & 2. Anyway, I went to another doc this past August and they confirmed that I have a hydrocele again. They said no surgery was needed because it's apparently small, but I'm still experiencing swelling of the size of the original hydrocele, pre-op. I'm just at a loss as to what's going on or what to do. Ever since I've had a hydrocele, it seems my urination hasn't been the same, either. There's more leakage/frequency. I wish there was a better known diagnosis that could be easily figured out and fixed, but not yet so far.

[@ringtail1401]

​@@HazelEyedElf If you've had the surgery and still got a hydrocele I'd get a redo surgery. There doesn't seem much point in having to go through having your anatomy altered but still having the same problem as before. You've already committed to the surgery, so you need the results. I had to get a redo myself, sadly

[@speedbump8769]

sounds like the hyrdocele may have caused you to get a inguinal hernia, thats the situation i'm in at least! do some research on it and ask your doc to check for it.

[@senbipasha]

My dad is having his surgery today and he was absolutely freaking out lol

[@LoganHarris]

I was too!! It’s not a fun process

[@speddicord01]

Hey thanks for sharing just found out I'm going to do surgery for the same thing good times.

[@kenya9540]

Thank you for sharing this information.

[@paulsimon579]

Thanks for sharing man! I had my surgery 3 years ago but then after a year, it's slowly coming back 😂😭 and the discomfort is present. Happy to hear from the Hydrocelectomy Community if they experience this. 😂😂😂

[@LoganHarris]

Dude thats awful to hear that it’s coming back! I hooe that doesn’t happen to me!

[@brianmaldonado8268]

If they did the surgery right it should never come back they cut the sack out.

[@losianoloveall]

was wondering did you get the surgery again? im in the same boat.

[@landontreber1]

I had to have the surgery twice. It was much easier the second time. First time was rough though and I couldn't walk for two days.

[@BR-br3mq]

@@landontreber1 Did it fail the first time and the hydrocele came back? How soon after the first surgery did you have the second surgery? Is it good now?

[@jimmymiracleart]

How long after surgery did you go back to the gym? You said the doctor recommended 6 weeks before returning to strenuous exercise, but how long did you actually wait? Also, how many weeks before pain and swelling go down 100%? Thanks!

[@LoganHarris]

I believe I did wait about 6 weeks. But as soon as I could walk, I tried to walk as much as possible until then.

[@shayyguapoo9887]

Just had the surgery 3 days ago still sore and was scared for my life before I went to the back

[@derekjohnson9599]

Thanks for sharing this video! Give me some hope! Glad to here you had a quick recovery! Have had mine for 2 years...hasn't necessarily gotten bigger. However, sometimes there is random discomfort there. Haven't gotten the surgery due to lack of medical insurance, sadly. Anyone know the general ballpark cost of this surgery??

[@edwardbennett959]

Idk without insurance but with insurance mine was 571.00

[@Goolzb26]

I’ve read anywhere from $5-8 thousand without insurance in the US

[@WestShoreMan]

Thanks for the vid! Any post op issues? Did it come back?

[@rsmetalguitar]

I was thinking about posting a video about recovery on this procedure, it's embarrassing but others will benefit. Had it just over 2 weeks ago, and actually did it so my wife and I can have our 2nd child. Doctor told me it indirectly affects fertility. But it's crazy you had the strap on for 6 weeks, took mine off after 4 days. Are you back to complete normal?

[@LoganHarris]

Complainin back to normal yeah! You should post a video! There’s not enough of them on here. I didn’t know they were so common until I made this video

[@joshxjosh891]

Yo you’re so cool , happy I stumbled across this video... thanks

[@LoganHarris]

Thanks man!!

[@dynamichomesgh5150]

Please how much does this surgery cost, around which figure so we can prepare for my uncle

[@MSU93]

Great video one of a kind....my questions are did they numbers you to take the tube out and did they stitch after removal? How long did it take for you to go to sleep with the anesthesia

[@TristanWinchester]

hi, ive been having the same issue.. one is way bigger than the other - question: did it cause you pain? On and off? Mine seems to swell and gives me dull pain in one or other nut .. sometimes sharp. just super annoying way to live. I think I will get surgery.

[@ferark]

Feel for you. My operation is in two days time.

[@joseparra2129]

Thanks for the info I just had the same surgery last friday

[@igumirabenjamin7585]

How did it go

[@RigobertoTejeda]

How’d you go about cleaning the wound? Did you actually wear the jock strap for 6 weeks? Did icing help significantly?

[@nathangomez6888]

So had my hydroselectomy done about a week and half ago, I was in horrible stomach/obdomen pain for like 4 days. The cut itself doesn't hurt but my testicles are very swollen even worse than before the surgery, they removed a 7x7cm sac btw. My scrotum is huge though and I want to know if that's normal after a week of surgery, I can't even sit or stand without being in aching pain.

[@zacharyleigh7166]

Update ?

[@mohammadazzayed337]

I hope you’re doing well now, but can you update me what happened after that ?

[@TheMaxLuger]

I just had mine done close to a week ago I didn’t need a drain I’ve been icing and I’m just wondering does the Sac maintain a certain level of looseness does it kind of gets a Leicester city back ? Instead of being so flappy? Also did you experience like flu type feverish episodes

[@LoganHarris]

Mine is still a little loose but definitely not as loose as it was when I first got my surgery! Mine is pretty much back to normal

[@victorlo3456]

@@LoganHarris Thanks for your sharing. After operation, a long time later, the operated side is more depth than before operation?

[@umbre04]

Ive got a hydrocele atm, its painless, a tiny bit of discomfort, im having a ultrasound scan soon, and then ill have the fluid removed by needle soon after that

[@dylanpavaday3386]

Just had mine some hours before, everything went well, already home but am starting to feel some pain mainly where the incision was made

[@juniorjones1343]

Right there with you bro. Had mine yesterday

[@Wallewallaby]

I've had one for almost 20 years now, I remember having a hydrocele ever since the sixth grade and I'm almost 30 now and finally getting it taken care of this week. Now that it's been over 2 years for you, have you had any issues since? Has there been recurrence with yours?

[@wesleyedwards2764]

How are you doing now Wally? Haven't looked back?Congrats man, I hope everything went well bro.

[@Wallewallaby]

@wesleyedwards2764 Turns out it wasn't a hydrocele. It was a hernia, I had the surgery back in December. *Note for anyone considering, wait until January kicks in to get a surgery bc that's when your deductibles start if you haven't tapped into it at all. You'll have a good head start for the year. Anyway, I got the surgery (worst post op pain of my life, wouldn't wish that on anybody) but I've never been better

[@bawithang5432]

I just had this hydrocelectomy surgery on my right side on October 20,2022 so right now I’m in home all day. Thanks for sharing your video. One question, does it come back after surgery? My doctor told me that it won’t come back so I just hope it doesn’t come back . Thanks , I’m glad that I’m not the only one.

[@LoganHarris]

It hasn’t came back for me! Hope the same for you!

[@bawithang5432]

Thank you for responding

[@nathangomez6888]

Hey I had mine the exact same day as you 10/20. I would like to discuss my current situation with someone else if you interested, not sure if I'm healing properly or what should be happening

[@MannyQuacioua]

I was diagnosed with small Bilateral Hydroceles in 2018. I’ve had two hernia surgeries in 2022. Actually I’m on day 12 Bilateral Inguinal Hernia post op. I see the general surgeon tomorrow. Going to ask if the surgery fixed them. If not I’ll be calling the Urologist after.

[@juniorjones1343]

@@nathangomez6888 how is your recovery going ? I have mine scheduled next week. I’m nervous man

[@aadilahamed1069]

I had mine today I am 27 from India ..they gave a dressing for support but no tube to drain , I am scared if there is no tube to drain will the swelling continue ?

[@robhamilton8993]

Just had mine done 2 days ago. Still sore and aching and icing

[@LoganHarris]

Wish you a speedy recovery!!

[@ryanlea1941]

How’s your recovery going? I’m 3 weeks post op and swelling has gone down a little but still have days where the pain keeps me off my feet.

[@Michael-wz5iv]

Anyone get this surgery and still have swelling 8 months later??

[@lawrencewillie4142]

thanks man.. Appreciated

[@RodneyDodson]

Are you still good? I’ve heard surgery can cause varicocele… but not sure how often.

[@ringtail1401]

I've not heard that. I think I've heard the opposite though; that varicocele surgery can cause hydrocele.

[@Logan-gn6gn]

Thank you for making this video! My surgery is scheduled in 2 days. Ive had mine for at least 1 year. My hydrocele is definitely from trauma (martial arts). I have not tried draining it but wondering if I should try that before getting the surgery done or if I should just go for it.

[@LoganHarris]

If you have the surgery scheduled I would just say go for it. Draining it wasn’t worth it for me.

[@Logan-gn6gn]

@@LoganHarris I got the surgery 6 days ago! I'm still unsure as to how I feel about it yet! Still pretty sore and maybe too early to tell! I will update in another week or 2!

[@theyoosilounge9056]

@@Logan-gn6gn how is it now? Any update on your recovery

[@Logan-gn6gn]

@@theyoosilounge9056 hey man, yes it is mostly better now. I only feel slight pain when I shiver or sneeze. It doesn't look completely normal. There is extra skin and other minor abnormalities. I am back to training martial arts and for the most part I can say I'm glad I had the surgery!

[@jimmymiracleart]

@@Logan-gn6gn How many weeks after surgery did you start training again? How many weeks before pain and swelling were healed 100%? Thanks!

[@throughoureyes5160]

Saw you posted this on June 8th 2020. How are you doing now? I have a hernia and hydrocele. Any info on inguinal hernias at all?

[@LoganHarris]

Mine was believed to be a hernia at first but it ended up being a hydrocele. I’ve been great since the surgery! The hydrocele has went down pretty much completely, the scar is nearly unnoticeable and there’s just some loose skin left.

[@throughoureyes5160]

@@LoganHarris what kind of surgery did you get?

[@kennytraylor6798]

Does anyone know of a state in the US that are doing Laser Hydrocelectomy ?

[@josephhernandez978]

I just found out I have a hydrocele, I'm nervous to to get surgery. My balls aren't swollen or hurting just feels a little uncomfortable at times. This makes me feel better

[@LoganHarris]

For you, maybe just wait it out to see if you're balls swell up or start hurting. For me, it was only worth it cause mine was so swollen.

[@vishalkayne]

Update video please..

[@h.r.4414]

hey, i just had this surgery a month and a half ago. august 30th there is lil to no difference in the swelling. how long did it take for it to go back to its regular side. please get back to me if you cam im kinda having a panic attack about it

[@Michael-wz5iv]

How are you now? I also had surgery

[@ryanlea1941]

@@Michael-wz5iv how are you feeling? I had my op 3 weeks ago, swelling has gone down but I still get bouts of pain that makes me have to lie down.

[@Michael-wz5iv]

@@ryanlea1941 not great, pretty sure the hydrocele has came back or there is at least some sort of fluid accumulation. It’s not as bad as before the surgery but the discomfort still is pretty annoying. The pain should subside in a month usually

[@rosaramirez2036]

I was wondering if now that it’s been sometime, does the skin where the hydroceles occupied stay the same or does it retract to a “normal” size.

[@LoganHarris]

My skin is actually back to a normal size! You can see a tiny scar where the incision was made but it’s not crazy noticeable.

[@rosaramirez2036]

@@LoganHarris thank you so much for the info❤️

[@dispatchcgp9829]

Can a hydrocele be caused by a testicular cancer? Did they did other tests to see why you got a hydrocele? I'm having issues down there too and said it was hydroceles but I'm worried it can be caused by something more serious.

[@nolangoldz]

No! It isn’t cancer or cancer related

[@ringtail1401]

It can be caused by a few different things, and it is possible to have more than one problem at the same time. Your GP should refer you to a hospital for an ultrasound scan, where they can confirm if it's just a hydrocele or not. Most likely it's just a hydrocele. As I understand it the exact reason for the hydrocele is generally unknown (idiopathic), unless it can be assumed from evidence that you have provided to your consultant, ie, you know you had an infection or an injury recently. Other than this, I think they might figure it out during and after the surgery (if they take the pouch out) when they're examining it. Although, this isn't helpful by that time. It's really sad that there isn't better, more modern ways to deal with this

[@dcbgamer2226]

Helped a lot

[@brycewilliams4897]

Thank you I’m trying to get it soon man I’m really scared about it thank you soo fucking much

[@LoganHarris]

You’re welcome! It’s not a fun procedure but it was definitely worth it!!

[@scottslavik1249]

I’m getting my surgery this Monday and I have to have a drain tube I’m scared

[@LoganHarris]

Good luck!

[@scottslavik1249]

@@LoganHarris thank you is the recovery long?

[@AccordingToGoat]

It’s been 3 months now, how are you and what was full recovery like. I’m laying in bed at home right now recovering from mine. I had surgery 2 days ago

[@LoganHarris]

My recovery has been good! It took maybe two months for the wound to completely heal up. The pain went away maybe after 4 days. I had to wear a jock strap for 6 weeks but other than that mine is pretty much healed up!

[@igumirabenjamin7585]

@@LoganHarris how long did the swelling take to go down

[@southernfisherman8434]

@@LoganHarris Thank you for this video. Im having mine done in a few days, its the size of a softball! Just curious did it shrink back down to normal size after surgerey and healing? Thanks!

[@LoganHarris]

@@southernfisherman8434 Yes mine shrinked down to normal size. There’s a bit of loose skin but the scar where the incision was made it barely noticeable

[@harshadchavhan8298]

Thanks for sharing experience bro , I am going tomorrow for surgery , I have this since last 10 years, somehow I managed the things. Mine was 5th times bigger than normal one , how much time does it take to get completely normal? What that tube does at bottom?

[@Michael-wz5iv]

How did the surgery go?

[@harshadchavhan8298]

went well brother, now it came to normal size@@Michael-wz5iv

[@poochees]

How can you describe the swelling? I had mine 9 days ago and it looks like something hard is swollen inside the scrotum. Not sure if this is normal

[@ringtail1401]

That's a hematoma I think. I had that too. Its should disappear within 2 weeks. If it's still there after a few weeks go back and see the surgeon because sometimes they have to be cut out. Most likely it'll go within 2 weeks

[@poochees]

@@ringtail1401 Yikes, so yours went back to normal size after 2 weeks? I cant afford another surgery. My hydrocele was caused by my varicocelectomy. Another surgery would be too much lol

[@ringtail1401]

@@poochees If you're talking about like a hard egg shaped thing in there, yeah I think it's a hematoma. Its common and it tends to go on its own within a couple or a few weeks. Its just a collection of dried blood I think that takes a while to reabsorb. Sometimes it doesnt dissapear and they have to take it out surgically, but I wouldnt worry just yet. As for 'normal' size, it depends what you mean by that. I think mine looked more normal after a month or two, but I don't think it will ever be back to normal completely. It'll always look and feel somewhat bigger than the other side. It's not a very good surgical procedure in my opinion, and it's extremely dissapointing they dont have something a lot more suitable, efficient and technologically up-to-date for hydroceles. Best of luck though mate.

[@poochees]

@@ringtail1401 So I just went to my Urologist, apparently the hard thing inside the scrotum above my testicles are undissolved sutures. He said give it 2 more weeks to dissolve. Finally have peace of mind now. Thank you!

[@ringtail1401]

@@poochees Ah ok. Interesting. Well glad you got it solved anyway. Cheers

[@lexusramirez3572]

How much did you bleed after surgery? My boyfriend just had it done and is bleeding a lot not sure if it’s normal.

[@ringtail1401]

I had to get a redo not so long ago. After 1st surgery I didn't bleed at all that I remember. 2nd surgery the wound was much bigger and it took a lot longer to close. It opened up about a week after, bled a lot, and then after that was some blood mixed with clear fluid leaking for about 3 weeks. If he's still bleeding he should either go back to the hospital or some other local nurse and get the wound looked at and redressed

[@saikumar-zo3uz]

I also Joined this community 5 days ago

[@Dark0blivion]

I just had this surgery on Friday. So far, so good. I had very little pain after I woke up, but I have a lot of sweeling/bruising. How long did it take for your swelling to subside?

[@patrickstencel3488]

Got mine last Friday and it’s been less then a week, but my swelling went down and they became straight black and blue. Still walking like an idiot tho

[@Dark0blivion]

@@patrickstencel3488 I'm now almost two weeks since the surgery. Overall swelling is way down, but the side that had the hydrocele still has a hard mass, which is likely the hematoma the doctor warned me about. Based on other testimonials I've read, it can take a few months for it to get reabsorbed back into the body. Annoying, but still way less heavy the original hydrocele.

[@reek2hate939]

I got mine done on Aug 5th and it’s now Aug 16th and I still walk funny and my right sac is still swollen it’s like it goes down then swells back up and it’s weird and they didn’t stitch my incision back they glued it back and recently that glue the past Monday ripped the incision right back open and yeh it’s been pretty crappy for me

[@Dark0blivion]

@@reek2hate939 I had to be careful with the incision for about two weeks. Polysporin twice a day and a new non-stick bandage. And if you're not already, wear really snug briefs or wear a jock strap over top your briefs for added support. Your incision might have come undone because it's stretching too much. The more snug you keep that area, the better. I'm now at the 4-week mark and the sweeling has gone down even more, but my doctor said it might take months for it go back to completely normal.

[@reek2hate939]

@@Dark0blivion Thanks! This really helped me I was so afraid. I do notice that it’s kinda tender down there now. I don’t really like the jock strap I’ll wear it every now and then but I have been wearing compression shorts nearly every day on rotation with the jockstrap throughout my week or nice supported briefs. My incision is closing by the day I use a q tip and neosporin to dab on it and it’s been fine so far since I did not get stitches I have to be extra cautious because mine is just an open wound that’s closing and I’m doing my best to try to keep gently squeeze the skin together so it can heal. Thank you altogether man. I was terrified. The glue is what made it rip open which idek why they put it on 😑

[@TerryBradstreet]

Did they "evert" (reverse) the inner sac (tunica vaginalis) around your testicle, essentially turning one of your organs inside out and depriving your testicle of its full protection? Or did they merely cut away the baggy excess of the inner sac and stitch it back up around your testicle As God Intended?

[@LoganHarris]

Umm haha. I think they just cut away the baggy excess and stitched it back up

[@igumirabenjamin7585]

Where was the incision made

[@jubayershihab2084]

how big it was?? does it egg size or something else?

[@saikumar-zo3uz]

Bro I read online like Hydrocelectomy causing erectile dysfunction and some are commenting like not getting Full erections after the surgery. Penis not shooting like prior to surgery. How far this is true?

[@LoganHarris]

Haven't experienced that at all

[@ethanbennett2115]

Thanks man. 17 years old and had a hydrocele for 2 years

[@LoganHarris]

Yikes!! Sorry to hear that!

[@joerandella2526]

I'm 22 and have had mine since around 14 or so. Only told my doctor Mid to late 2019 and the pandemic delayed the operation a good while. Less than 2 days ago I finally had the surgery (first time having surgery/anaesthesia) Hurts a lot now but for a very large hydrocele I'm not too surprised. If you haven't had your surgery yet then don't worry about it and hope all goes well.

[@ethanbennett2115]

@@joerandella2526 I had surgery 3 weeks ago! I was on the couch for a good whole but I’m back up and good again. Thanks for the reply!

[@joerandella2526]

@@ethanbennett2115 Glad to hear brother, wish me well too haha. Very painful at the moment

[@LoganHarris]

@@joerandella2526 Omg I cannot believe you had it for 8 years. Why did you wait so long?

[@Brandon-kn2cv]

I get my surgery done next week and I’m honestly super nervous, seen a lot of pros and cons about getting the surgery… I really hope it goes smoothly. Any tips or advice? It would be much appreciated!

[@LoganHarris]

Honestly, just not much tips haha. It's just one of those things you gotta get in and get done! Wear the jock strap afterwards, take a couple pain pills and get as much rest as possible! It's not fun but it'll be over in a few days.

[@Brandon-kn2cv]

@@LoganHarris thanks for the reassurance man I appreciate you replying to me. Was overthinking it a bit. One more question, how long does it take for the swelling to go down?

[@nathangomez6888]

Mine has been about a week and the swelling is worse and the aching/throbbing pain when sitting or standing is unbearable

[@nathangomez6888]

@@Brandon-kn2cv did you get yours? How you feeling?

[@Brandon-kn2cv]

@@nathangomez6888 very sorry to hear that man, I got it done about 10 days ago now and unfortunately I got a blood clot the day after surgery so I had to get an emergency surgery which was not fun. I was sore for about a week then now it’s starting to feel a lot better walking and standing up so I think I’m all good now. I’d honestly get it checked out asap if I were you just to make sure you didn’t get an infection/ or blood clot. Wish you the best man

[@saikumar-zo3uz]

I'm from India, unmarried, have moderate hydrocele, and I'm worried about fertility after hydrocelectomy. Should I go for hydrocelectomy.

[@LoganHarris]

I am told that it does not affect fertility

[@RodneyDodson]

Did it hurt when they removed the tube?

[@LoganHarris]

It did kind of hurt but it was quick. Like ripping a bandaid off

[@nolangoldz]

Thanks for sharing

[@suhanabdul9820]

Does it effect on sexual life?

[@fabianhd5703]

Im getting the surgery in a month. Did it hurt after waking up, or after a few days?

[@LoganHarris]

It didn’t initially hurt cause it was still numb but after a few hours and then 2-3 days after it hurts. I laid down the whole time cause it hurts to get up or move at all. After maybe the second day the pain got way better.

[@fabianhd5703]

@@LoganHarris Thanks. Im experiencing what you said!

[@brendanpurcell1231]

Hi I had mine Friday hurts a lot the last 48 hrs. Wearing strap on surgeons instructions. Taking paracetamol. I been waiting over two yrs from when diagnosed. Due to COVID 19 all elective surgeries cancelled. Delighted to have it done no pain no gain. I can wear some trousers and jeans now that I could not before.

[@adnanmustafa5794]

Brother did your size reduced after surgery I also had surgery back two weeks but size is not decreased plz reply

[@LoganHarris]

Not at all!

[@mattivflores4895]

Me too

[@WhiteBoyEst1994]

I’m scared asf for this but I’m in enough pain I’m going to do it but uggghhhh

[@LoganHarris]

Get it done! It was so worth it for me!

[@WhiteBoyEst1994]

@@LoganHarris thank you

[@anasshroff8087]

Hey 👋 how was the surgery like how long is the recovery

[@LoganHarris]

Surgery went well! Recovery wasn’t bad! I was up and walking normally with no pain after 3-4 days! The stitches and wound stay there for a couple months but it’s not super annoying. Im sittin here 6 months later and it’s like it’s good as new!

[@anasshroff8087]

@@LoganHarris can u start posting exercises videos 📹 👀?

[@williamgittings4760]

Did they put you under or were you awake for the procedure?

[@LoganHarris]

They definitely put me under lol. I dont know if I could’ve been awake for this procedure lmao