Patient's question:
When I was taking a shower, I noticed that one of my testicles was much larger than the other, and it seemed to be lower on one side. When I touched it, the veins appeared to be very prominent, almost like earthworms coiled inside the testicle. Please ask: How should varicocele be treated and managed?Doctor's answer:
The treatment for varicocele has two methods: conservative and surgical. Since it is caused by venous valve developmental abnormalities, medication is ineffective. Taking medication is not a viable treatment option. Conservative treatment can involve wearing an elastic stocking or using a scrotal support band, which is suitable for those with milder symptoms. However, these methods require long-term use and can be uncomfortable, and varicocele can affect fertility, so surgery is still the better choice. Nowadays, laparoscopic surgery can be performed, which has minimal trauma and allows for rapid recovery. Varicocele can be stabilized.