Patient's question:
I've been married for two years and haven't had any children. I always thought it was my wife's fault. Recently, I went to the hospital for a comprehensive and thorough examination, and the results showed that it was actually due to underdeveloped testicles that I couldn't have children. I want to consult if small testicles can cause infertility?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, it is absolutely not infertile and it is recommended to go to the hospital for a comprehensive examination. Because most pathological testicular atrophy is due to mild damage to the spermatogenic tissue or cells in the seminiferous tubules. These cells continuously swell and cannot produce sperm normally, or they are damaged and cannot produce sperm. At this time, the testicles will show swelling and shrinkage. In severe cases, it may also be accompanied by the recurrence of infertility. However, because there are fewer interstitial cells that secrete male hormones, it generally does not interfere with the growth and development of male reproductive organs and male secondary sexual characteristics.