Question
What are the symptoms of newborn cryptorchidism? How is it diagnosed?
Answer
Cryptorchidism typically requires diagnosis by a professional healthcare provider, who will examine the newborn’s scrotum to confirm the position of the testicles. If one or both testicles are found not to have descended into the scrotum, further ultrasound examinations may be arranged to determine the position and shape of the testicles. Currently, there is no significant effect of medication treatment for cryptorchidism, and surgery is the main treatment method. Surgery involves pulling the undescended testicle down into the scrotum to ensure normal development and function of the testicles. It is recommended that parents bring their baby to a doctor early on to receive timely and appropriate treatment.