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Will having one testicle effect the time for hitting puberty?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

No: That is the joy of having an extra, in case something happens to one. The turn on switch for puberty comes from the brain. The testis plays a role, but it only takes one to do it.

Answered 9/5/2016

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