Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which doctor can help correct hypospadias?A pediatric urology surgeon can help correct hypospadias.
2. What will happen if the hypospadias is left untreated?
If hypospadias is left untreated, the child may have problems learning to use a toilet properly. During adulthood, it can lead to difficulty in achieving an erection and infertility problems.
3. Are there any complications of surgical correction of hypospadias?
Complications can occur in 5% cases. They include:
- Meatal stenosis - The new opening gets small gradually
- Urine leaks at the original site (Fistula).
