Home Treatment

If no surgery has been done, home treatment for a congenital hydrocele consists of watching it for any changes. If its size increases, or if its size varies, contact your child's doctor. Also watch your child for nausea and vomiting. This may mean he has an incarcerated hernia.

If surgery has been done, home treatment focuses on caring for the groin incision. Watch for signs and symptoms of infection, such as fever, swelling, redness, or increasing pain.