Why is one of the world's most common birth defects affecting male babies rarely spoken about? Hypospadias, a congenital urological birth defect, is estimated to affect approximately 1 in every 200 male births. Along with its physical challenges are the emotional issues it presents such as anxiety, shame and depression; which are often the result of the stigma associated with urological conditions. Written by a man born with severe hypospadias, Living With Hypospadias features first-hand accounts from men as well as insights from leading urologists and other professionals in the medical field. If you're a parent of a son with hypospadias, an adult man with hypospadias - or even a medical professional interested in this condition-Living With Hypospadias will shed light on the many issues this condition presents.
