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What is a megaureter? A megaureter means “big ureter” and is a descriptive term, not a diagnosis. The two important questions about megaureter are whether there is reflux (backwash) of urine causing the megaureter or whether there is blockage at the …
Condition
What is prune belly syndrome? Prune belly syndrome consists of three abnormalities: 1. Deficiency of the abdominal (belly) wall muscles that create a wrinkled appearance 2. Both testicles are undescended (have not dropped into the scrotum) 3. Dilated …
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Testicles are two egg-shaped structures with a firm, slightly spongy feel located below the penis in the sac of loose skin called the scrotum. The size of the testicles should be roughly the same. Two main functions of the testicles include sperm and …