Some children have problems with their private parts or their urine system. A testis may be missing from the scrotum. The pee opening may be in the wrong place (hypospadias). The foreskin may be tight, the scrotum may swell, or urine infections may keep coming back. These problems need a surgeon who knows how a child’s body grows and changes. Dr. Tanmay Motiwala offers pediatric urology care in Raipur, with a focus on doing the right operation at the right time.
Pediatric Urology Conditions We Treat in Raipur
- Undescended testis — Why a missing testis in the scrotum should be fixed before age 1–2.
- Hydrocele — A swollen scrotum in a baby boy — when it clears on its own, when it doesn’t.
- Phimosis (tight foreskin) — Most tight foreskins need no surgery — when they genuinely do.
- Hypospadias — Never circumcise first — why, and when to plan the repair.
- Recurrent urine infections — Repeated UTIs can signal a hidden kidney or valve problem.
- Testicular torsion — Sudden testicle pain is a race against the clock — go in immediately.
What Is Pediatric Urology?
Urology is care for the kidneys, the bladder, the tubes that carry urine, and the private parts. Pediatric urology is the same care, but for babies, kids and teens. A child’s urinary system is still growing. So the time you pick to treat it matters a lot. Some problems are best fixed early. Others settle on their own with time. The aim is to find the right time for each child.
When to See a Pediatric Surgeon
Book a visit if your son’s scrotum looks empty on one or both sides. Also book a visit if the pee opening is in an odd place. Do not get the foreskin cut (circumcision) first. See a surgeon if the foreskin balloons when your child passes urine, or if it looks scarred. A child with repeated urine infections needs a check-up, too. Sudden, severe pain in one testicle is an emergency. Go to hospital immediately.
Your First Pediatric Urology Visit in Raipur
The first pediatric urology visit in Raipur is calm and simple. Dr. Motiwala first listens to your story. Then he gently checks your child. A parent stays in the room the whole time. Often, a careful exam is all it takes to judge a problem like an undescended testis or a hydrocele. Now and then, he may ask for a simple test. This may be a urine test, or a scan that uses sound waves (ultrasound). The scan does not hurt. It needs no needles at all. By the end of the visit, you will know what the problem is. You will also know if it needs surgery, and when.
How to Prepare for the Visit
Bring all old reports, scans and prescriptions. Write down your questions before you come, so you do not forget them. Note when the problem first began. Note how often it comes back. For urine infections, bring the urine culture reports if you have them. For a swelling, a photo taken when it looks biggest can help, because some swellings shrink by the time you reach the clinic.
Does Every Child Need an Operation?
No. Many children who come for a pediatric urology opinion in Raipur do not need surgery at all. For example, most tight foreskins in young boys need no operation. Many hydroceles in babies also go away on their own. In such cases, the right advice is to wait and watch. But some problems should not wait. An undescended testis should be fixed on time. Hypospadias needs a planned repair. Testicular torsion needs surgery the same day. So a clear, early opinion saves you worry. It also keeps your child safe.
What Happens on the Day of Surgery
If your child needs an operation, the team explains each step first. You will get clear fasting instructions. Your child sleeps through the operation. A special medicine keeps them fully asleep and free of pain (general anaesthesia). Most of these operations are short. Many children go home the same day or the next day. Most are soon back to play. After that, Dr. Motiwala sees your child again to check healing. You can also read our guide to preparing your child for surgery.
Pediatric Urology Care in Raipur and Nearby Towns
Families from all over the state come for pediatric urology care in Raipur. Dr. Motiwala also consults in Jagdalpur and Rajim, so many children can be seen close to home. If your child needs an operation, he plans it with you. Then he stays in touch and checks on your child until the wound has healed well. You are never left on your own.
Why families across Chhattisgarh choose Dr. Tanmay Motiwala
Dr. Tanmay Motiwala is a fellowship-trained (MCh, AIIMS) pediatric and neonatal surgeon serving Raipur, Jagdalpur and Rajim. Children are not small adults. Their surgery needs a surgeon trained specifically in the growing body. It also needs the judgment to operate only when a child truly needs it, and to reassure when they don’t.
Further reading for parents: What Is a Pediatric Urologist?, HealthyChildren.org (American Academy of Pediatrics).
Reviewed by Dr. Tanmay Motiwala, MCh Pediatric Surgery (AIIMS) — pediatric & neonatal surgeon, Raipur, Chhattisgarh.
Worried about your child? Dr. Tanmay Motiwala consults in Raipur, Jagdalpur & Rajim. Book an appointment or call +91 83190 84711.
⚠️ Important: This page is for general information and awareness only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Every child is different — please consult a qualified pediatric surgeon in person. In an emergency, go to the nearest hospital immediately.