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Pronunciations epididymo-orchitis hydrocele inguinal orchitis priapism urethra varicocele

The penis and testes (testicles) can be affected by inflammation, scar tissue, infection (including sexually transmitted diseases), or injury. Skin cancer can also develop on the penis. Birth defects can cause difficulty in urinating and in engaging in sexual intercourse. Disorders of the penis and testes can be psychologically disturbing as well as physically damaging.

Last full review/revision February 2003