by Kieran Pfannerstill
Published 3 years ago
Updated 2 years ago
Men with one undescended testicle can still have children, but their fertility is lower than normal by roughly half. If they have surgery to correct it, especially when younger, their fertility is about the same as if they never had a problem.Dec 8, 2020
Symptoms
Causes
Prevention
Complications
Can an undescended testicle cause infertility?
Undescended testicles that are not brought into the scrotum from a young age will not produce sperm. Even with surgical correction, there are higher rates of infertility in men who had undescended testicles when they were young.
Can you still have kids if one testicle is removed?
Remember, one testicle can provide enough testosterone for you to get an erection and ejaculate. This is also enough to produce adequate sperm for fertilization. As long as you're in good health and don't have any underlying conditions that could impact your fertility, you should be able to have children.
Do your balls have to drop to have kids?
While in the uterus, a baby's testicles initially develop in his abdominal cavity. Not long before birth, they typically 'drop' (the proper medical term is descend) into his scrotum. In some cases, though, one or both testicles fail to descend before birth.
Can you still produce sperm with no testicle?
Men who have had both testicles removed are no longer able to produce sperm, so they cannot have biological children. Sometimes, men are able to bank their sperm before surgery. The sperm cells are then frozen and saved for in vitro fertilization later. Body image concerns are common after orchiectomy.
Does losing a testicle affect fertility?
Removing a testicle will not affect your ability to get an erection or make someone pregnant. As long as your other testicle is healthy, this will usually produce enough testosterone and sperm, unless it is very small.
Can you get an erection without testes?
Having one testicle removed need not diminish or reduce sex drive or erections. But because the testicles produce male hormones, men who have lost both of their testes may experience a reduction in sex drive and difficulty in getting and/or maintaining an erection.
Why is the left nut more important?
The reason why is because it drops from your body first, and when the left one follows, it drops below the right one so that it isn't within the body still. Also, testicles aren't even because if they were, it would probably be a bit painful for every guy to have a mini Newton's cradle between their legs.
14 hours ago
· An undescended testicle is a testicle that doesn’t fully sit within the scrotum. Instead, it’s in the groin or lower abdomen. This condition can happen to one or both testicles. Sometimes testicles can be undescended at birth. When babies are developing in the womb, the testicles (testes) form in …
3 hours ago
The undescended testicle may be more at risk for injury or testicular torsion. An asymmetrical or empty scrotum can cause a boy worry and embarrassment. Sometimes boys with undescended testicles develop inguinal hernias. If surgery is done, it's likely to be an orchiopexy (or-kee-oh-PEK-see). In this procedure, a small cut is made in the groin ...
22 hours ago
A baby or child with undescended testes will have one or more of their testes located in the groin or abdomen instead of the scrotum. There are two types of undescended testes: congenital and acquired. Congenital undescended testes. Babies born without testes in …
4 hours ago
· Even with reassurance, a boy with an undescended testicle may be shy about changing for gym class and team sports. Offer a boost of confidence in …
20 hours ago
During fetal development, the testicles descend from the abdomen into the scrotum. When a testicle does not migrate downward, it is an undescended testicle. The testicle may descend into the proper position without treatment within 3 to 4 months of life. If this does not …
17 hours ago
Future fertility: It is important to preserve the sperm in the undescended testicle. Surgically bringing the testicle into the scrotum can increase future fertility potential. Risk of testicular cancer: Although rare, boys who have an undescended testicle are at a slightly higher risk of developing a testicular cancer. If a testicle is left in a position where it cannot be felt, a monthly self-testicular examination to assess for …
9 hours ago
· Endocrine Today | Yes, a man with one testicle can have children but his lifestyle and relationship with his partner may help uncover non-medical infertility challenges.
9 hours ago
Use clear fluids, such as water, apple juice, and flavoured ice pops. Avoid hot drinks, soda pop, and citrus juices such as orange juice. These may cause more pain. When your child is ready to eat, start with foods that are easy to swallow. These include soft noodles, pudding, and …
