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Symptoms of hypospadias include:

  • Marked downward curvature of the penis.
  • Presence of chordee, a tight fibrous band that results in a downward curvature of the penis, seen with erection.
  • Urethral opening located on the underside of the penis.
  • Foreskin is malformed, giving the penis a hooded look.
  • The child must sit down to urinate.

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