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Can someone born with two testicles but one not in position bear a child.when he produces sperms ?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Most likely: One undescended testicle should not prevent a man from fathering children.

Answered 6/13/2018

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Yes: It only takes one. It is part of the fail safe system of the body. Paired organs for important things when possible...like kidneys and lungs..and testis.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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