Hypospadias is a relatively common birth defect in which the pee hole is located along the underside of the penis.  
·        It occurs in approximately one or two out of 300 male births.
·        The opening may occur anywhere along the underside of the penis, from the coronal ridge to the scrotum.
·        Because the urethra is too short the penis bends downwards when the guy gets an erection (chordee). The further down the opening, the stronger the curve will be. If nothing is done erections can be painful and intercourse may be impossible. Boys with chordee often have to urinate sitting.
·        Sometimes the foreskin, glans and part of the shaft are open on the underside, like a slit, which looks like the penis is injured.
·        Parents may worry about this problem at birth. That’s why most guys are operated on before they are two years old.
·        If you have hypospadias and the condition is troublesome, it can be corrected surgically. But make sure to find a surgeon who has lots of experience, because many complications can occur if it’s done incorrectly.
·        If a boy is born with this condition he should not be circumcised. The extra skin can later be used when surgery is decided on.