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    GlossaryCastration

    surgical removal of testicles in males

    Castration, also known as neutering or orchiectomy, is the surgical removal of the testicles in males. This procedure is commonly performed on animals to prevent reproduction and reduce aggressive behavior, but it can also be done in humans for medical reasons such as hormone-related cancers.

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