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As a parent, noticing something unusual about your child’s development can be stressful. One condition we often see in pediatric urology is undescended testicles. Knowing what this means, how it differs from normal variations, and what treatment options are available can help you feel more informed and prepared. What Are Undescended Testicles? Before birth, a […]

Welcoming a new baby into the world comes with a lot of decisions—feeding, sleeping, diaper brands, and yes… vitamin K at birth. If you’ve heard conflicting opinions or seen social media debates, you’re not alone. This blog will walk you through what vitamin K is, why it’s important, and the real differences between the vitamin

Pediatric Urology Clinic – Understanding How to Protect Your Child’s Kidney Health What Is a Solitary Kidney? A solitary kidney means your child has one functioning kidney instead of two. Most children with a solitary kidney grow and live completely normal, healthy lives. However, there are a few important precautions to keep the kidney safe

When parents first hear that their baby has hypospadias, it can feel confusing or even frightening. The good news is that this condition is common, well-understood, and very treatable. With proper care from a pediatric urologist, most children go on to have a normal penile appearance and function. Let’s break down what hypospadias is, what

Hearing that your baby has hydronephrosis or UPJ (ureteropelvic junction obstruction) can feel overwhelming. One of the most common questions parents ask is: “Does my child really need antibiotics?” We’re here to help explain why antibiotics are sometimes used, when they’re helpful, and how decisions are made — all in a way that makes sense.

At OKC Kids Urology, we schedule every circumcision patient for a one-month follow-up visit. This appointment allows us to make sure your child’s healing is on track and—most importantly—to teach you how to prevent the most common complication after circumcision: adhesions. What Should the Penis Look Like After Circumcision? After circumcision, the head of the

If you’ve found this blog, it’s likely because your child recently underwent or is about to undergo a circumcision. Congratulations on your new addition! At OKC Kids Urology, we perform the Plastibell circumcision, which involves placing a small plastic ring under the foreskin and securing it with a string before removing the excess skin. This

Many parents call our office wondering if their child’s circumcision looks normal after receiving the Plastibell procedure! Think of when you get a cut on your arm, it will go through “stages” of healing before it is fully healed! The end of the penis will likely get red, then develop a yellow discharge, and finally

About 30% of children are constipated, and 95% of children and adults in the US don’t meet their daily fiber needs. Children’s growing bodies have easily affected bowels due to lifestyle factors. Severe constipation can cause urinary issues like frequency, urgency, poor emptying, and urine retention, as well as pelvis, penis, scrotum, and testicle pain.

Every relationship, even the most successful ones, will have times when conflicts arise. So what do you and your partner do when this occurs? Fortunately, research shows that it’s not the appearance of conflict, but rather how it’s managed that predicts the success or failure of a relationship. The world’s most renowned experts on marriage