Detailed information on the most common male genitourinary conditions

A hernia occurs when a part of the intestine pushes through a weakness in the belly (abdominal) muscles. A hernia in the groin area is called an inguinal hernia.

Most mothers who plan to continue breastfeeding will need to express their breast milk during the work or school day if away from the baby for more than three or four hours.

Detailed information on genitourinary and kidney disorders in children

A hydrocele is fluid buildup in the thin pouch that holds the testes in the scrotum. Up to 1 in 10 baby boys have a hydrocele at birth. In most cases, it goes away without treatment in the first year.

Detailed information on breastfeeding while at work

Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is a rare condition in children that can lead to kidney failure. Learn more about this condition, including what causes it, who is at risk, what the symptoms are, and how it's diagnosed and treated.

Detailed information on newborn care

Horseshoe kidney is when the two kidneys join (fuse) together at the bottom. They form a U shape like a horseshoe.

Glomerulonephritis is a type of kidney disease that makes it hard for the kidneys to filter blood from urine.