Anorchia
Alternative Names
Vanishing testes - anorchia; Empty scrotum - anorchia; Scrotum - empty (anorchia)Treatment
Treatment includes androgen (male hormone) supplementation, testicular prosthetic implantation, and psychological support.
Outlook (Prognosis)
Prognosis is good with treatment.
Possible Complications
Complications include infertility, psychological problems related to gender, and occasional face, neck, or back abnormalities.
When to Contact a Medical Professional
Call your health care provider if your male child appears to have extremely small or absent testicles or does not appear to be entering puberty during his early teens.
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