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Hydrocele A hydrocele is a painless collection of fluid surrounding the testicle which makes the scrotum appear large ( see figure 1 ). It is common in newborn males. Most hydroceles in newborns are harmless and will resolve on their own by 12 months of …
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What is Phimosis? Phimosis is defined as the inability to retract the skin (foreskin or prepuce) covering the head (glans) of the penis. Phimosis may appear as a tight ring or “rubber band” of foreskin around the tip of the penis, preventing full …
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The testicles are paired structures located in the scrotum. They are the male gonads, responsible for the production of sperm and also of the “male” hormone testosterone. Many men of all ages experience pain in their testicles at some point in their …