Hydrocele (Water Hernia), Spermatocele: Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of hydrocele (hydrocele) or spermatocele.

Family history

  • Are there frequent diseases of the genitourinary tract in your family?

Social history

Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints).

  • Are you experiencing pain? If yes, when does the pain occur?
  • Where is the pain localized?
  • Did the pain occur suddenly?*
  • How long has the pain existed?
  • Has the testicle increased in size? Unilaterally or bilaterally?

Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis.

  • Have you lost body weight? Please tell us your body weight (in kg) and height (in cm).
  • Do you have abnormalities in urination?

Self history including medication history.

  • Pre-existing conditions (diseases of the genitourinary tract).
  • Operations
  • Allergies
  • Medication history

* If this question has been answered with “Yes”, an immediate visit to the doctor is required! (Information without guarantee)