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Coping and support

By Mayo Clinic staff

It can be difficult and frightening to learn that your son has hypospadias and will likely need surgery. Don't hesitate to ask your child's doctor any questions you have, and if possible, have a family member or friend with you for support on the day of the surgery. The good news is that the surgery for hypospadias is usually highly successful, and your very young child will probably not recall having the procedure.

Treatments and drugs
References
  1. Kraft KH, et al. Hypospadias. Urologic Clinics of North America 2010;37:167.
  2. Hypospadias. American Urology Association. www.urologyhealth.org/print/index.cfm?topic=96. Accessed Dec. 3, 2010.
  3. Yiee JH. Environmental factors in genitourinary development. Journal of Urology. 2010;174:34.
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