Patient's question:
The check said it was varicocele, how much is it related to not being able to get an erection.Doctor's answer:
The incidence of varicocele in the general male population is approximately 20%, while in infertile males, it is around 40%. This condition is more common in adult males and relatively less frequent in adolescents. However, it does not affect erectile function; severe cases may lead to infertility. Varicocele is a vascular disorder, most commonly occurring on the left side, with bilateral involvement being more prevalent than isolated right-sided cases. It is a leading cause of male infertility.