Patient's question:
I am a taxi driver and have been sitting in a small space for a long time, lacking physical activity. Recently, I noticed some pain in my testicles, and they seem to be of uneven height. Looking at the symptoms, I did some research and suspect it might be varicocele. I would like to ask: How is varicocele formed?Doctor's answer:
During the young and middle-aged period, the blood supply to the scrotum and its contents is abundant, with high libido. Excessive stimulation can reflexively cause venous congestion in the pelvic plexus, leading to varicocele. For those slightly older, compression of the spermatic vein during its course can also cause it.How is varicocele caused? Normal varicocele is less than 1.8 mm, mild 1.8–2.0 mm, moderate 2.0–3.0 mm, and greater than 3 mm is considered severe. In your case, timely treatment is necessary, and currently, surgery is the primary method. It is recommended to visit a professional urological hospital for follow-up.
Varicocele is prone to recurrence, and long-term medication is often required.