Testicles form in the abdomen of babies when in the womb and are usually in the scrotum by the time of birth — if they are not, they typically descend within a few months afterwards.
With a retractile testicle, the testicle has descended into the scrotum where it should be but then retracted upwards again. This is different from an undescended testicle cryptorchidism which is one that has never entered the scrotum in the first place. Unlike an undescended testicle that may require surgery to place it into the scrotum, a retractile testicle is not usually associated with any problems or complications and so requires no treatment.
However, in a small number of cases, the testis can only be manipulated into the upper part of the scrotum, and is known as a high retractile testicle. These are probably more of an incompletely descended testicle rather than a retractile one and may require surgical fixing, known as an orchidopexy.
Parenting Mental health Healthy eating Conditions Follow. What exactly are the causes for the missing retractile and can anything be done to rectify the issue? I also feel that I have low desire for sex in recent months, and depleted of secretion prior to ejaculation. Are they related? Should I have a complete check with a doctor? Regards, Mr J The absence of one or both of the testicles from the scrotal sac is called cryptorchidism.
Although cryptorchidism affects boys during infancy, the condition may also present in young adulthood. The diagnostic challenge for clinicians in diagnosing the hidden manhood is generally differentiating retractile and undescended testicles. Retractile testicles are far more common than undescended testes. In normal male infants and younger boys, the cremasteric reflex is easily demonstrable. Such reflex is elicited by lightly stroking the superficial or inner part of the thigh.
Regardless of the direction of stroke, the immediate contraction of the muscle is initiated, resulting in the uplifting effect of the balls on the same side of the body. As the boy ages beyond puberty, such reflex is less pronounce. The upward lifting of the testicles by the cremasteric muscles during sexual arousal, and prior to ejaculation is also well recognised.
Contact Us Online. Second Opinions. Providers Who Treat Retractile Testicles. Next Steps Contact Us. Division of Urology. Your Child's Urology Surgery. Why Choose Us. Retractile testes function normally. They are palpable and not considered to be a true undescended testicle. Until that time, regular testicular exams are important to monitor for abnormalities. It is important for the child to do self-examinations of his testicles.
A caregiver can do the examinations until the child is old enough to do it himself. These examinations involve the testicle be palpated by hand; it is not invasive.
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