Genital disorders in both boys and girls are commonly encountered in t
he pediatricians office. A basic understanding of genital development
and the pathophysiology of related disorders can often lead to straigh
tforward management decisions. The authors discuss various abnormaliti
es including: meatal stenosis, phimosis, paraphimosis, balanitis, circ
umcision issues, vaginal discharge, labial adhesions, perineal masses,
and urethral prolapse.