Patient's question:
A 20-day-old baby was found today to have only one testicle, and the other one cannot be felt. What could be the reason?Doctor's answer:
Little boys sometimes touch their testicles because of cryptorchidism, where the testicles have not fully descended into the scrotum. I suggest you don't get too anxious or overly worried. Generally, around the age of two, the testicles will descend on their own into the scrotum. If they haven't fully descended by then, surgery may be necessary. For boys with testicular issues, timely treatment can reduce complications, but if it's not treated in time, it can affect their health.