Hydrocele/Varicocele Causes
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Causes of Hydrocele/Varicocele
A communicating hydrocele occurs when the channel that connects the scrotum to the abdomen (which allows the testicles to descend in baby boys) does not close up properly. This allows fluid to “leak” into the scrotum. Noncommunicating hydroceles occur when fluid builds up within the tissues that surround the testicle. Hydroceles may also be caused by injury or infection in the scrotal area, or by a testicular tumor.
A varicocele occurs when the valve in the main vein of the scrotum doesn't work properly, allowing blood to back up. Varicoceles are rarely caused by Wilms' Tumor , or other tumors in the location of the kidney (retroperitoneum).
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