Treating Hydroceles and Abdominal Pain: Dr. Mistry and Donna Lee Answer Listeners' Questions

Thanks for tuning in to the Armor Men’s Health Hour Podcast today, where we bring you the latest and greatest in urology care and the best urology humor out there.In this segment, Dr. Mistry and Donna Lee answer a few listener questions. The first question is from a listener asking for Dr. Mistry's recommendation on the best way to remove a hyrdrocele. Hydroceles are fluid sacs that develop around the testicle. Dr. Mistry explains that draining a hydrocele is a mistake for two reasons: not only will it come back, but it will be harder to address after scar tissue builds up from the first attempt at draining. Instead, Dr. Mistry strongly suggests hydroceles be removed surgically. He performs many of these in a surgery center where patients can be put to sleep, but they go home the same day and recover fully in about a week. Dr. Mistry can also perform what's called a scrotoplasty to improve a sagging scrotum that might remain after the hydrocele is removed.  The second listener question addressed today is from a 44 year old listener who has developed acute lower abdominal pain that is especially bothersome while driving. They ask Dr. Mistry, "Should I be concerned?" While severe acute abdominal pain should immediately be evaluated to rule out emergency situations like appendicitis, it is likely this person is dealing with a more nagging, chronic pain that suggests a musculoskeletal cause. After a thorough evaluation of the affected area to rule out problems in the nearby organs (including the bladder), Dr. Mistry suggests pelvic floor physical therapy, including massage to promote myofascial release, could be of great benefit to anyone with this issue. No matter the cause, our team at NAU Urology Specialists will be able to take care of you or refer you to a trusted health partner in the area to make sure you get the best care.  Learn more about our award winning podcast at: https://blog.feedspot.com/mens_health_podcasts/ If you enjoyed today’s episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share us with a friend! As always, be well!Dr. Mistry is a board-certified urologist and has been treating patients in the Austin and Greater Williamson County area since he started his private practice in 2007.We enjoy hearing from you! Email us at [email protected] and we’ll answer your question in an upcoming episode!Phone: (512) 238-0762Email: [email protected]: Armormenshealth.comOur Locations:Round Rock Office970 Hester’s Crossing Road Suite 101 Round Rock, TX 78681South Austin Office6501 South Congress Suite 1-103 Austin, TX 78745Lakeline Office12505 Hymeadow Drive Suite 2C Austin, TX 78750Dripping Springs Office170 Benney Lane Suite 202 Dripping Springs, TX 78620