Hypospadias
Hypospadias is a birth defect in boys in which the opening of the urethra is not located at the tip of the penis. In boys with hypospadias, the urethra forms abnormally during weeks 8–14 of pregnancy. The abnormal opening can form anywhere from just below the end of the penis to the scrotum. DR KANIKA SINGLA
Repair is surgery to correct a defect in the opening of the penis that is present at birth. The urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside the body) does not end at the tip of the penis. Instead, it ends on the underside of the penis. Hypospadias is fairly common, being found in about 1 in every 200 boys. It is a condition where the urethral opening. OUR SERVICES
Symptoms
In hypospadias, the opening of the urethra is located on the underside of the penis instead of at the tip. In most cases, the opening of the urethra is within the head of the penis. Less often, the opening is at the middle or the base of the penis. Rarely, the opening is in or beneath the scrotum.
Signs and symptoms of hypospadias may include:
- Opening of the urethra at a location other than the tip of the penis
- Downward curve of the penis (chordee)
- Hooded appearance of the penis because only the top half of the penis is covered by foreskin
- Abnormal spraying during urination
Hypospadias is a congenital condition that affects the male genitalia. In this condition, the opening of the urethra, which is responsible for urine and semen flow, is located on the underside of the penis rather than at the tip. This relatively common condition occurs in approximately 1 in 200 to 1 in 300 live male births, making it one of the most prevalent urological birth defects. Understanding hypospadias, its causes, symptoms, and treatment options is crucial for both parents and healthcare professionals.