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What is the urachus? The urachus is a remnant of a channel between the bladder and the umbilicus (belly button) where urine initially drains in the fetus during the 1 st trimester of pregnancy. The channel of the urachus usually seals off and obliterates …
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What is an undescended testicle? The undescended testicle is the most common birth abnormality involving the male genitals. A testicle that does not occupy a dependent scrotal position at birth is undescended. The condition occurs in about 10% of …
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What are testicular tumors? Testicular tumors are growths on the testicle. They usually occur in the first 2 years of life or during young adulthood after boys enter puberty. The tumors in children that occur during the first 2 years of life are …