What is Cryptorchidism?
When one or both testes are missing from the scrotum and are in the inguinal canal instead. This differs from a retracted test, which can generally be moved down if necessary.
Understanding reproductive-related symptoms and features
Symptoms may affect multiple parts of the body. Understanding which part of the body a symptom affects, can help us to better understand the potential underlying causes of a symptom, including a rare disease or genetic syndrome.
The reproductive system is made up of the organs of the body necessary for the reproductive process.
- In a female, these organs include the vagina, uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries.
- In a male, these organs include the penis, testes, spermatic ducts, sex glands, and the scrotum.
Symptoms affecting the reproductive system are generally congenital, present at birth, but may develop later.
Symptoms relating to the organs of the reproductive system may affect their structure and function including their ability to reproduce, other times they may simply affect the shape or appearance of the organ, without any impact on fertility.
What should I do next?
In some instances, cryptorchidism may be one of the features of a rare disease or genetic syndrome. To find out if someone with Cryptorchidism, may be due to a genetic syndrome, it is important to have a consultation and evaluation with a clinical genetic specialist. Specialists may also suggest specific genetic testing or other types of tests to help reach a diagnosis. FDNA’s AI technology can help speed up the diagnostic process by analyzing facial features and other health information.
Evaluation
Don’t let your questions stay questions
Ease your concerns, gain a better understanding of your child’s development process, and connect with medical professionals in your area.