Occasionally the Testes Do Not Descend into the Scrotum as They

question 37

Multiple Choice

Occasionally the testes do not descend into the scrotum as they should in a newborn.If this is not corrected surgically,

• A)sperm production will be affected.
• B)achieving an erection will not be possible.
• C)the child will have female characteristics.
• D)growth will be stunted.
• E)the child will not live.

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