A male patient who presents with the complaint of a "swollen" scrotum is found to have fluid within the scrotum. The nurse understands that this finding is consistent with which condition?

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A hydrocele is the accumulation of fluid within the scrotum, causing it to appear swollen. Spermatocele is a cystic swelling of the epididymis, while varicocele is the enlargement of the veins within the scrotum. Scrotal cancer is rare and would not be the first consideration in a patient with scrotal swelling.

A Male Patient Who Presents with the Complaint of a "Swollen