Even though testicles hang in the scrotum, they actually develop in the abdomen. Either right before or right after birth, the testicles descend into the scrotum. According to experts, undescended testes are common in male babies. Approximately 30% of premature and 4% of on-time newborns experience undescended testicles.
If, by three months, the testicles do not descend on their own minor surgery may be required. It's important for the testicles to move into the scrotum. If not, the male may risk infertility, sexual dysfunction, a higher testicular cancer risk as well as emotional distress.
