What Is Ichthyosis?
7. Complications in Men
Ichthyosis will sometimes cause complications in the male reproductive organs. One of these is that tight, thick skin can prevent the testicles from descending from within the body. This, and other factors, can cause the patient to have a low sperm count, potentially making them unable to have children.
Ichthyosis can also cause damage to the testicles that increases the chances of testicular cancer developing. This is a potentially serious condition but, thankfully, it is relatively easy to treat provided it is caught soon enough. All men are recommended to check their testicles regularly to help look for signs of cancer.
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