Expert: Gary - 10/4/2006

Question
My name is RAJ SINGHAL,63 years old man,non smoker&drinker. Surgery right inguinal canal hernia on August 1,2006

Testicle scrotal ultrasound
Right testicle 3.7x2.9x2.4   &  left side 3.0x3.4x2.1

There are two 3.0MM cysts in the head of the right epididymis.There is 6.0MM & 2.0MM cysts in the head of the left rpididymis.

Colour Doppler ultrasound exam demonstrates normal flow in the both testicles & epididymi

There are small bilateral hydroceles.There are no significant varicoceles indentified.

There is a 1.6 cm mildly enlarged right inguinal lymph node which is non-specific.There are a few other adjacent smaller non-enlarged lymph nodes.

IMPRESSION:  1.    SMALL BILATERAL HYDROCELES.
(2)   1.6CM MILDLY ENLARGED RIGHT INGUINAL LYMPH NODE WHICH IS NON-SPECIFIC




Problem #2  CHEST PROBLEM.PAIN WHEN TOUCH OR BABY HIT
GYNECOMASTIA MEANS ANDROGEN & TESTOSTERONE LOW


WHAT IS YOUR SUGGESTION :--What kind herb or supplement good for this condition.All supplement we can buy from counter & which dr needs to be seen?
We can not buy any medicine from the market,but all supplement or herbs we can buy from market.


Answer
Hello,

Thank you for writing.  I will try to answer your question, but I first must tell you that I am not a doctor and any advice I suggest should not take the place of medical advice from a health care professional.  

Your first question relates to Hydroceles, and a swollen lymph node.  I will address them one at a time.

Hydroceles are simply fluid filled sacks, and depending how large they become can cause discomfort, but are rarely dangerous.  Since the description only says "small bilateral hydroceles", it does not indicate the size.  From what I have been able to find in my research, as long as the hydrocele causes no discomfort when walking or performing your everyday activities there should be no reason for alarm.  

Hydroceles can be caused by injury due to trauma or the result of a hernia, which you indicated that you have recently had surgery to repair.  They will normally go away on their own.  If not, I am assuming that is why you are seeking answers since it is now 2 months since your hernia repair and you still have the problem.  If the swelling is getting larger perhaps that indicates complications, or possibly an infection has set in.  I can suggest a couple of things that may help.

Personally I don't like antibiotics due to their side-effects, and I usually recommend finding alternative means to address bacterial infections.  One such product is called "Colloidal Silver Solution", and is a potent anti-bacterial and overall microbial.  It can be found at health food stores and some vitamin sections at pharmacies or supermarkets.  Taking one small teaspoon a day will help get rid of any infection you may have.

It may also help to sit in a hot epsom salts bath.  Epsom Salts, which is magnesium citrate, is good to draw toxins from the body.  Start with 1 cup of epsom salt and increase gradually with each bath.  You may develop a slight case of diarrhea, and in this case the epsom salt is actually drawing toxins from the bowel.  If this creates a discomfort for you reduce the amount until it subsides.  

As for the swollen lymph node, this swelling usually indicates a buildup of toxins or the result of some kind of infection.  The lymph system is responsible for ridding the body of foreign organisms and infections, and the movement of the lymph is very important in eliminating this problem.  To get the lymph moving it is important to get the body moving.  Exercise is very important for this to take place.  The most effective way to clear the lymph system is called "Rebounding" .  If you have never heard of this, it involves the use of a Rebounder, or actually a small trampolene that you simply bounce on.  Bouncing for up to 2 minutes a day is all it takes to completely clear the lymph system and get the fluid moving.  Walking will create a small amount of impact that will resemble the rebound effect, but is not as effective as bouncing.  The increased gravity that is created when doing this exercise is the key to moving the lymph.  

From what you have written, I am assuming your chest pain is superficial, as in on the surface.  This can be caused by several things, but I would suggest supplementing with Magnesium, or better yet, a broad spectrum vitamin and trace mineral supplement.  The lack of magnesium in the system creates an over-abundance of calcium.  This calcium buildup can cause pain in soft tissues and nerves, and actually make your skin hurt.  I know this because it happened to me last year and none of the doctors I went to could tell me what was causing it.  I was finally able to find the answer on my own with some intensive research, and was able to remedy the problem with supplements.

If this is not the source of your chest pains, I would suggest seeing a doctor, as chest pains can indicate a serious problem.   

The body can heal itself if given the tools, or the proper nutrients.  This is why I always recommend supplementing with a product called "Colloidal Minerals", as well as liquid vitamins.  The term 'colloidal' means that the active ingredients are suspended in a liquid in microscopic particles, and can be easily absorbed in the body.  This product can be found at health food stores.  The taste is very strong, so it is okay to mix with water or juice.  

Gynecomastia in men is caused by a hormone imbalance, specifically lack of testosterone.  Replacing testosterone is possible but from the research I have seen is risky due to the chance of causing cancer.  There is a hormone that can indirectly lead to higher production of testosterone naturally.  As we age the production of DHEA is gradually diminished, and this is necessary for the production of testosterone.  Taking DHEA 25mg per day will help.  

As we lose muscle tissue testosterone levels decrease, and unless we exercise and lift weights as we age we will all certainly lose muscle.  Therefore our testosterone levels will decline as we age, and the possibility of gynecomastia will increase.  There is a drug that has been known to create this condition as well, and that drug is called Tagamet, which is a prescription drug given to reduce stomach acid.  If you have taken this drug in the past perhaps that could be a factor.

I hope I have offered some suggestions that will help. If you have any further questions or comments please write back in a Followup Question.  

Kind regards,
Gary