Question
My sister-in-law’s son is a 2-year-old boy. Recently, I noticed that his genitals are red and swollen, which worries me. I took him to the hospital for a thorough check-up. What is pediatric urology?
Answer
Pediatric urology deals with children’s urogenital system, including surgical departments such as treating undescended testicles, phimosis, and hydrocele of the scrotum. Generally, in children’s urology departments in most hospitals, there is no need to specify the department. Pediatric urology is a specialized branch within pediatric surgery. It is recommended to conduct a detailed examination promptly, identify the cause of the illness, and start treatment without delaying the condition.