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A member asked:

After undescended testicle surgery in adult hood the person can be a father?

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Yes : Yes if it is unilateral ( one side only )

Dr Saghafi agreed

Answered 4/18/2015

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Dr. Randy Stevens answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Yes: If undescended testis repaired early you should have normal function. Plus you have other testicle. If really concerned after you get married your doctor can perform a sperm count.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/11/2023

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