Born without a testicle (Anorchia)

The cause of Anorchia, or being born without testicles, is unknown.¹

It is rare and affects

1 in 20,000

births¹

If you are a parent of a child with a missing testicle, you may have questions about how your child’s appearance may be impacted by the absence of a testicle, and his future ability to have children.

You have options

If you or your child was born without a testicle, there is an option to help create the look, feel, and shape of the scrotum called a testicular implant.

Learn more about testicular implants

Find a specialist

Explore our physician directory to find a local qualified urologist who specializes in men’s health and testicular replacement. They can explain your treatment options, answer your questions, and help you or your child take the next step toward restoring your health.

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References

1 Brauner R, Neve M, Allali S, Trivin C, Lottmann H, Bashamboo A, McElreavey K. Clinical, biological and genetic analysis of anorchia in 26 boys. PLoS One. 2011;6(8):e23292.

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