Patient's question:
I'm really puzzled. A few weeks ago, I felt a lot of pain in my testicles and went to the hospital for a check-up. They diagnosed it as varicocele. I didn't do anything wrong, so how did I get this condition? And it's said to affect fertility, but I'm not even married yet. What should I do?Please ask: What are the key considerations when treating varicocele?
Doctor's answer:
Varicocele surgery primarily manifests in the following aspects:1. Infertility. Many men who remain infertile for over a decade after marriage are diagnosed with varicocele upon medical examination. It is understood that more than half of men with varicocele experience abnormal semen, leading to infertility. Therefore, if you have varicocele, it is essential to seek medical treatment.
2. Neurological symptoms. Patients may exhibit varying degrees of neurological symptoms, such as headaches, hyperesthesia, and other issues. Some patients also experience a lack of sexual desire, while more severe cases may lead to impotence and premature ejaculation, which can have very serious consequences.