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How is the diagnosis of undescended testicles typically made?
How is the diagnosis of undescended testicles typically made?
- Self-examination by the patient
- A full genital examination by a primary care doctor (correct)
- Blood tests and imaging scans
- Online symptom checker
What is the first step if the testicle can't be felt in the scrotum?
What is the first step if the testicle can't be felt in the scrotum?
- Prescribing medication
- No further action is necessary
- Ordering a biopsy
- Referral to a pediatric urologist or pediatric surgeon (correct)
What is the term for a condition in which the testicle is diverted from its normal pathway of descent?
What is the term for a condition in which the testicle is diverted from its normal pathway of descent?
- Retractile testicles
- Ectopic testicles (correct)
- Hypoplastic testicles
- Inguinal testicles
How are retractile testicles characterized?
How are retractile testicles characterized?
What is the course of action if the testicle can be brought all the way into the scrotum?
What is the course of action if the testicle can be brought all the way into the scrotum?
What happens if the testicle is determined to be neither ectopic nor retractile?
What happens if the testicle is determined to be neither ectopic nor retractile?
What is the recommended treatment for an undescended testicle in a child?
What is the recommended treatment for an undescended testicle in a child?
In what age range are doctors usually able to repair an undescended testicle with a single, simple operation?
In what age range are doctors usually able to repair an undescended testicle with a single, simple operation?
What are the potential complications associated with the surgery for an undescended testicle?
What are the potential complications associated with the surgery for an undescended testicle?
What is the most common but still rare complication after the surgery for an undescended testicle?
What is the most common but still rare complication after the surgery for an undescended testicle?
What is the long-term outlook for fertility in boys with one undescended testicle?
What is the long-term outlook for fertility in boys with one undescended testicle?
What is the recommended time period for a child to avoid sitting on riding toys after the surgery for an undescended testicle?
What is the recommended time period for a child to avoid sitting on riding toys after the surgery for an undescended testicle?
How often can parents expect follow-up examinations after the surgery for an undescended testicle?
How often can parents expect follow-up examinations after the surgery for an undescended testicle?
What percentage of patients have two undescended testicles?
What percentage of patients have two undescended testicles?
What is the primary concern regarding an undescended testicle in terms of long-term effects?
What is the primary concern regarding an undescended testicle in terms of long-term effects?
If a testicle cannot be felt in the groin, what may be necessary to ensure proper function and reduce cancer risk?
If a testicle cannot be felt in the groin, what may be necessary to ensure proper function and reduce cancer risk?
