Patient's question:
A 3-year-old boy has a very tight and small scrotum, and the testicles are not visible. They were visible when he was younger. He has had an inguinal hernia surgery. What could be causing this condition now? Is this normal? Could it be cryptorchidism?Doctor's answer:
Hello, based on the situation you described, the scrotum of the 3-year-old baby is very small, and the testicles are not visible. It is important to check for the possibility of cryptorchidism. It is recommended to take the baby to the urology department of a local reputable Grade III-A children's hospital as soon as possible for examination. An ultrasound of the scrotum and testicles should be performed to assess the development of the testicles and whether they have descended into the scrotum. If cryptorchidism is found, surgical treatment should be administered promptly. This is because the temperature of the scrotum is relatively low, while the temperature in the abdomen or other areas is higher, which is not conducive to the development of the testicles.