All Things you should know about Hydrocele

Have you observed any swelling in your testicles? There’s no need to bother, is always a smart move to look at something that pesters you, and particularly if it is related to health.

To start with, don’t panic! Since you have swollen testicles; there might be a straightforward Clarification why they have swelled up. A few causes for swollen testicles are Hydrocele, cysts and Varicocele. A sensible clarification for why testicles swell is because of development of harmless fluid around the testicles which make them look "heavy and full." Swollen testicles can also be a side effect of testicular cancer.

Hydrocele is common in babies and adults but can influence any age group. It happens as a consequence of fluid stuck up between the two membranes around the testicles. One or both testicles can swell. In this case, swelling increases gradually week by week. Swelling does not bring pain to the patient. In case the testicles appear chronically swollen, medical intervention might be fundamental. Pressure causing the testicles to swell will require discharging. To do this might incorporate release of fluids out of the testicles utilizing a fine needle

The cause for hydroceles is obscure.

Hydroceles in babies may signify that there is an opening between the scrotum and the abdomen. Usually such openings close before conception or short afterwards.

Hydroceles that appear later on might be brought about by a surgery to the scrotum or an injury or crotch region. Alternately they can be caused by disease or infection of the epididymis or testicles. Rarely, hydroceles might happen with tumor of the left kidney or testicle. This kind of hydrocele can happen at any age but is common in men older than 40. Often a hydrocele does not have any symptoms. But you might see a swollen scrotum. Symptoms, when present, can incorporate swelling, pain or redness of the scrotum or a feeling of pressure at the base of the penis.

To get rid of all these easily and safely, you may consult Mayom Hospital Gurgaon. It is a 125 Bed Multi-specialty Hospital in D Block South City 1  Gurgaon and consists of well trained and experienced team of Surgeons who have treated lots of patient and have helped them to lead their life like never before. Fully fledged with 24*7 ultra-modern diagnostic services, pharmacy services, state-of-art lab services etc., this hospital is a boon for everybody who wishes to recover from his/her incurable disease.

Know Your Doctor: Dr. Saurabh Prakash

Dr. Saurabh Prakash is a post-graduate in Radio Diagnosis/ Radiology from the prestigious Sanjay Gandhi PGI, Lucknow, and is a popular name in the world of Radiology. Dr. Saurabh completed his MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College that laid the foundation of his illustrious career. With over 18 years of clinical expertise, Dr. Saurabh has previously treated patients at major hospitals like Sir Ganga Ram Hospital and P.D Hinduja Hospital.

He is accredited by many Radiology societies, both National and International, and is a member of Indian Radiological & Imaging Association (IRIA) and Indian Medical Association (IMA). Senior Consultant Radiologist, Dr. Prakash has been an 'A Grader' throughout his college and was felicitated with a Gold Medal during his MBBS. He holds expertise in Imaging, Diagnostics, Ultrasound, CT scan, Digital X-Ray and MRI. He mainly focuses on individualized attention and high standard medical care for every patient.

Dr. Saurabh Prakash is currently working as a Senior Radiologist and heading the Department of Radiology at Mayom Hospital in South City 1, Gurgaon. Radiology & Imaging at Mayom Hospital is one of the advanced departments providing 24*7 services for patients. Owing to its team of highly qualified radiologists & paramedical hospital team, the department of Radiology & Imaging offers diverse services for the diagnosis & treatment of mammography & breast procedures and both vascular & non-vascular procedures.  Mayom Hospital is known for its best-in-class health facilities at reasonable cost while stringently following the highest standards of ethical practice.

Mayom Hospital : Total Hip Replacement

Total hip replacement or total hip arthroplasty is a surgical procedure involving the replacement of hip joint with prosthesis. It consists of replacing both the acetabulum and the femoral head unlike general hip replacement which involves only the replacement of femoral head. Mayom Hospital

In total hip replacement, the acetabulum is replaced with an artificial liner and proximal femur with an artificial stem. The artificial hip that is inserted into the pelvis or femur region is called prosthesis which is made with metal and plastic. The procedure of implanting the prosthesis can be done with or without cement.

Total hip replacement is an orthopedic operation performed to treat joint failure caused by conditions such as osteoarthritis, arthritis and certain hip fractures etc. Initially the pain caused due to such conditions is treated with medications and physiotherapy. Total hip replacement surgery is recommended only when the patient still suffers from severe pain.

This surgery is used to provide relief from severe pain in hip joint, recreating the normal function of hip and restoring the mobility and strength. However, there are several potential complications and risks involved in this operation that one should be aware of before going under the surgery such as:

• Dislocation, loosening, infection, metal sensitivity, nerve palsy which are similar to the complications involved in other joint replacements.
• Breakage of the prosthesis, stiffness, leg length inequality, delayed healing of bone and soft tissues and heterotopic bone formation are the most potential complications of this surgery.
• Thrombophlebitis, pulmonary embolism or blood clot, urological complications are few medical complications involved in total hip replacement.

Mayom Hospital, Gurgaon is a multispecialty hospital run by a team of visionaries with the mission to provide world-class medical facilities in India. Our doctors and staff strive to maintain the highest standards of professional and ethical competency working.

Orthopedics and Joint Replacement is one of the core departments of Mayom Hospital. The cutting edge technologies in diagnostic and operative facilities with our highly skilled and experienced orthopedics make the department a center of excellence. We make use of currently evolving advanced medical technologies to minimize the operative pain and increase the positive results through accurate fixation of implants.

Know your Gynecologist: Dr. Arti Gupta

Dr. Arti Gupta is a Senior Consultant of Gynecology and Obstetrics with more than 16 years of experience in Gynecology and Infertility Management. She is an infertility and Obstetrics specialist, trained from the prestigious Seth G S Medical College, Mumbai. After completing a rigorous training in infertility management, Dr. Arti Gupta has been actively practicing as a consultant in Gurgaon from past 12 years. Dr. Gupta has dealt with several high-risk ante-natal cases and is well-versed with all gynecological procedures.

Owing to her special expertise in endoscopic surgeries, Dr. Gupta has been visiting to renowned hospitals like Apollo Clinic "Cradle", Cloud Nine Hospital, Gurgaon, Artemis Hospital, Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI) Gurgaon, Max Hospital Gurgaon, Paras Hospital and many more.

In her booming career of 16 years, she has successfully worked with leading hospitals like KEM Hospital, Mumbai, Wadia Hospital, Mumbai, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital and Mool Chand Hospital.

An active participant in this field, Dr. Arti Gupta, MBBS, MD - Obstetrics & Gynaecology, has significantly participated in several National and International level Obstetrics and Gynecological conferences, workshops and seminars. She is an eminent guest speaker in many national conferences and has multiple publications in both national and international journals.

Dr. Arti is known for her extensive proficiency in antenatal pregnancy care, natural and painless delivery (epidural anesthesia), cesarean delivery, high-risk pregnancy management, all laparoscopic surgeries, infertility, cervical cancer screening and vaccination.

Dr. Gupta is long associated with Mayom Hospital that offers a holistic approach towards women’s care. The Gynecology and Obstetrics Departments of Mayom boast of emergency & high risk obstetric services. The department functions as a multidisciplinary unit whose doctors, nurses, physiotherapists and counselors strive to provide brilliant personalized care to women within a clean environment and with utter care and sensitivity. This hospital is known for the highest rate of safe and normal delivery in Delhi NCR.

Laparoscopy Surgery for Infertility

What is laparoscopy surgery?

Laparoscopy surgery is a surgical procedure involving the insertion of a narrow telescopic instrument in the abdominal wall through a small incision. It is conducted for the two purposes, first, to allow a clearer view of the abdominal and pelvic organs including uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries, and second, to conduct a small scale surgery.

How is it helpful in treating women with infertility?

Laparoscopy surgery facilitates the maximum inspection of abdominal and pelvic organs in woman which helps to determine whether there are any abnormalities of the uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries in the patient. Laparoscopy is also conducted to find defects such as scar tissue, endometriosis, fibroid tumors that can cause infertility in woman.

The inspection of pelvic organs allows the physician to decide if there is any such defect in reproductive organs that can be removed or fixed with a surgery. A physician can perform an operative laparoscopy surgery on the patient if any operable defects are found in the reproductive organs.

How is operative laparoscopy surgery performed?

Operative laparoscopy surgery is performed by placing instruments of 5-10 mm diameter through hollow tubes in the abdomen. General anesthesia is given to the patient prior to the operation. The procedure takes half an hour to four hours depending on the operative work required. Mild to moderate pain are common post-operation effects.

Mayom Hospital is a multispecialty hospital located in the South City, Gurgaon which thrives to provide the best world class facilities at affordable prices to its patients. The hospital is built with centrally air conditioned system keeping in mind the comfort of our patients.

A team of expert doctors practice in Mayom Hospital offering their skills and experiences in dealing with critical cases. We endeavor to provide individualized medical care to our patients with complete ethical and professional competency.

The department of gynecology and obstetrics in Mayom Hospital holds a multidisciplinary unit of doctors, nurses, physiotherapists and counselors that work together to provide personalized care to their patients.

Mayom Hospital is a preeminent hospital in India that offers ultramodern diagnostic services with the leading edge lab amenities.