Currently, there are several methods of treating undescended testicles such as medical treatment with hormones or surgical treatment such as open surgery or laparoscopic surgery. Laparoscopy is often applied in cases where it is suspected that the testicle is still in the abdomen when the testicle cannot be felt.

Undescended testicles are the most common developmental defect in males. The incidence of undescended testicles in boys is about 3 - 4% at birth, often occurring in low birth weight, premature birth, and twins. However, undescended testicles still pose many potential risks in adults if not treated early.

Cryptorchidism is a common developmental defect in males. Pituitary and gonadal failure in boys can cause cryptorchidism. There are other causes as well.

Undescended testicles are becoming a concern for parents regarding their children. Recognizing the signs will help parents detect abnormalities in their children.

Currently, there are several methods of treating undescended testicles such as medical treatment with hormones or surgical treatment such as open surgery or laparoscopic surgery. Depending on each case, the doctor will prescribe the appropriate method to bring the best treatment results.

Undescended testicles can be treated with hormone therapy or surgery to bring the testicles down into the scrotum. The fertility of patients with undescended testicles depends on the time of treatment. The later the diagnosis and treatment, the lower the chance of having children.

Undescended testicles can occur in 3% to 4% of children at birth. Many families find that their children have undescended testicles but wait until they are adults to examine and perform surgery. This is completely wrong because leaving the testicles in the abdomen for a long time is not good. So when should surgery be performed on children with undescended testicles?

Children with undescended testicles, if not treated, may face risks such as testicular cancer, inguinal hernia, testicular torsion, testicular trauma or psychological damage due to having no or only one testicle under the scrotum.

Post-operative care for undescended testicles plays an important role in your child’s recovery. Parents also need to take their child for regular check-ups so that the doctor can monitor and evaluate the function of the testicles.

In men, hydrocele mainly affects men over the age of 40. In rare cases, the problem is associated with an underlying testicular disease.

Hydrocele is not a rare male disease, this disease can lead to infertility in men. Early detection and choosing the right treatment method is extremely necessary.