The main cause of the development of hypospadias is still unknown. The male genitalia of the fetus is developed between 9-12 weeks of pregnancy. Hormones are responsible for the development of urethra and foreskin of the fetus. During this time of pregnancy, there may be an impairment of hormone production and functioning leading to problems such as hypospadias.
Once hypospadias has been detected to a newborn baby, obvious symptoms are observed. The urethral opening is situated below the glans penis or anywhere below the penile shaft or under the scrotal area. If your son is older, every time he urinates, he may need to sit in order not to sprinkle urine. A downward curve of the penile shaft is also observed, known as chordee. Half of the glans may also be covered with extra foreskin or a hooded appearance. Some boys might have hernia in the groin area or undescended testis.