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Can a sports hernia cause problems in the penis and scrotum? ex. retraction of penis+scrotum,erectile dysfunction, urge to urinate, penis/scrotum pain

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Dr. Charles Gordon answered

Specializes in Adolescent Medicine

Should not but ...: If it bothering you go to a surgeon for a definitive repair.

Dr Saghafi and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/3/2020

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