Male Conditions

Several disorders of the urinary tract only affect males. This is largely related to the male anatomy, as well as fetal development. Disorders that affect males may involve the penis, urethra, or testes. Listed in the directory are some male disorders, for which we have provided a brief overview.
 
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Overview of the Male Anatomy

Circumcision
 
Hydrocele
 
Hypospadias
 
Inguinal Hernia
 
Micropenis
 
Phimosis and Paraphimosis
 
Posterior Urethral Valves (PUV)
 
Testicular Torsion
 
Undescended Testes (Cryptorchidism)

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