What Problems Can Undescended Testis Cause?
An undescended testis that remains outside the scrotum throughout childhood may result in impaired or abnormal testicular development which could result in future infertility. Another concern is an increased risk of tumor development in the undescended testis during early adulthood. Fortunately, the occurrence is uncommon. Careful periodic examination of the testicles by a physician, and self-examination, is therefore desirable throughout life. In addition, most undescended testicles are associated with a congenital (present at birth) hernia and are more prone to injuries than a testicle located within the scrotal sac.
