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If your boy has a testicle that moves back and forth between the scrotum and groin (retractile testicle), he usually won’t need treatment. However, regular check-ups are important until puberty to make sure the testicle stays in the correct right place and don’t move back into the belly.
If the testicle hasn’t dropped into the scrotum by 1 year old, or by 18 months at the latest, treatment is needed.
This chapter contains general information about cryptorchidism. If you have any specific questions about cryptorchidism you should consult your doctor or other professional healthcare provider. No website or leaflet can replace a personal conversation with your doctor.
Last updated: January 2025