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Season 5, Episode 24

6 medical diagnoses portrayed

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Phimosissupporting

Also known as: Hardening of the foreskin

Josh is diagnosed with phimosis and instructed to masturbate five times a week as part of his treatment. This serves as a brief comedic medical case in the episode.

Scrubs — S05E24Patient: Josh

Also known as: Twisted testicle

Potential testicular loss

During his date with Kim, J.D. suffers a potential testicular injury from bareback horseback riding. Kim examines him for testicular torsion, warning he could lose a testicle if not treated, which disrupts their romantic first date.

Scrubs — S05E24Patient: J.D.

Also known as: Unplanned pregnancy

NauseaFatigueBreast enlargement

Carla's pregnancy is central to the episode, with a baby shower held in her honor. She experiences typical pregnancy symptoms including nausea, exhaustion, and breast enlargement throughout the episode.

Scrubs — S05E24Patient: Carla
Recurring storyline

Also known as: Unplanned pregnancy

Jordan discovers she is pregnant again after Dr. Cox's vasectomy failed. This revelation drives a major subplot about their concerns over having another child and creates significant conflict in the episode.

Scrubs — S05E24Patient: Jordan

Also known as: Unplanned pregnancy

The episode ends with Kim's dramatic revelation that she is pregnant with J.D.'s child, serving as a major cliffhanger and plot development that will drive future storylines.

Scrubs — S05E24Patient: Kim

Also known as: Failed vasectomy

Unintended pregnancy

Dr. Cox's vasectomy (actually two vasectomies) failed to prevent pregnancy, which he notes is not uncommon. This failed procedure leads to Jordan's unexpected pregnancy and creates significant emotional conflict for the couple.

Scrubs — S05E24Patient: Dr. Cox