grammanisi
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Post by grammanisi on Aug 26, 2014 0:47:42 GMT
My son in law took my grandson(11.5yo) in for his 6th grade physical today. The doctor said that he has a testical that hasn't dropped and a mass on the other one. He goes the first of next wee to the hospital for an ultrasound and to a urologist the following week.
We are worried, as we have never dealt with anything like this. Does anyone have any experience with this or any info that might help us?
Thanks so much.
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We went to the urologist today. GS has a floating testicle that the doctor was surprised the pediatrician didn't catch and a large hernia that is pushing(or pulling, not sure) on his bowel. He will have to have surgery for the hernia. My daughter will talk with the surgeon tomorrow and find out more about the surgery then.
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Post by brandy327 on Aug 26, 2014 0:52:39 GMT
I have no insight but sending good thoughts for him and the rest of the family while you all wait to see what's going on.
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Post by akathy on Aug 26, 2014 0:53:04 GMT
What did the doctor say about the mass? Could it possibly be a hydrocele? |
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Post by bluepoprocks on Aug 26, 2014 0:53:45 GMT
I don't have any experience with this but I can understand why you would be worried. I hope everything turns out to be ok.
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grammanisi
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Post by grammanisi on Aug 26, 2014 0:56:30 GMT
My son in law didn't really ask any questions(I know, I know!). The doctor said that we shouldn't assume that it is cancer, but it could be a posiblility. Couldn't really be any more vague.
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Post by oktrae on Aug 26, 2014 1:15:29 GMT
Your son in law was likely shocked. Prayers for your family.
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Post by tinydogmafia on Aug 26, 2014 1:16:17 GMT
Oh wow, no ideas about what it could be, but lots of positive thoughts coming your way and his!
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Post by MDscrapaholic on Aug 26, 2014 1:19:06 GMT
Hoping someone here has some insight for you. I would be worried too, but try to be optimistic. (Hugs)
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Post by grammanisi on Aug 26, 2014 1:53:45 GMT
My husband and I are just sick over the thoughts of what could be, but we are trying not to dwell on it. He is otherwise very healthy, although he does have to urinate a lot.
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Post by Basket1lady on Aug 26, 2014 1:56:57 GMT
That happened with my DS, but he was a few years younger. It all turned out to be nothing. DH checked DS that night and said he saw two of the boys, that it all looked fine to him. We saw a urologist and yup, they were both present.
I have no idea why the ped thought there was only one. But it is very rare for there to be two all along and then for one to disappear at an older age. So the odds are on your side.
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Post by grammanisi on Aug 26, 2014 2:04:03 GMT
Thanks, Michelle! Just what I needed to hear.
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Post by KikiPea on Aug 26, 2014 2:11:27 GMT
Prayers that all is found to be okay!
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Post by bothmykidsrbrats on Aug 26, 2014 3:22:55 GMT
Prayers that it turns out to nothing. {hugs}
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Post by eastcoastpea on Aug 26, 2014 3:53:59 GMT
No experience with this. Sending hugs and positive vibes your way.
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Post by psoccer on Aug 26, 2014 4:15:15 GMT
Sending hugs your way. Please keep us updated.
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grammanisi
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Post by grammanisi on Aug 26, 2014 5:18:15 GMT
Thanks to all for the kind and encouraging words  |
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Post by my3freaks on Aug 26, 2014 6:42:40 GMT
I have a friend whose son had one undescended testicle, but it was found out reply early. I think he was about 18 months old. It was done outpatient, I'm pretty sure they were home within a few hours. I'll be thinking positive thoughts for your family!
Melanie
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Post by gar on Aug 26, 2014 8:32:07 GMT
Sending you good thoughts, I'm sure he'll be fine ((hugs))
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Post by Scrapbrat on Aug 26, 2014 10:29:15 GMT
That happened with my DS, but he was a few years younger. It all turned out to be nothing. DH checked DS that night and said he saw two of the boys, that it all looked fine to him. We saw a urologist and yup, they were both present. I have no idea why the ped thought there was only one. But it is very rare for there to be two all along and then for one to disappear at an older age. So the odds are on your side. This seems logical. My boss's son had an undescended testicle but it was a diagnosis made when he was an infant. Try not to worry too much. Good thoughts coming your way. |
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Post by LavenderLayoutLady on Aug 26, 2014 16:34:53 GMT
No advice, but plenty of positive thoughts!
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Post by Pinky Zebra on Aug 26, 2014 16:37:33 GMT
I can only imagine how concerned you are! Praying for a positive outcome. And for nerves to be soothed in the meantime.
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Post by calgal08 on Aug 26, 2014 16:37:50 GMT
positive thoughts to you and your family.
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Post by grammanisi on Sept 9, 2014 0:21:14 GMT
UPDATE in OP
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Post by maryland on Sept 9, 2014 1:20:29 GMT
That's good news!
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Post by Nicole in TX on Sept 9, 2014 1:57:18 GMT
Glad it is something that can be fixed.
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Post by eastcoastpea on Sept 9, 2014 11:42:13 GMT
I'm glad the answer was found. I'll be sending prayers and positive healing vibes when you tell us the surgery is.
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