Patient's question:
I got married to my wife, but we've never been able to have children. Recently, my wife and I went to the hospital for a check-up. It turns out that she's fine, but they said I have varicocele, which affects the quality of my sperm, making it difficult to conceive. I'm really frustrated. Could you please ask: Are there any methods to treat varicocele?Doctor's answer:
Based on your situation, it is likely that you are referring to varicocele. It is generally more common on the left side. In clinical diagnosis, we usually grade it by comparing it with the testicle. If the worm-like mass of varicosities is below the testicle, we classify it as mild; if it is equal to the testicle, it is moderate; and if it is above the testicle, it is severe. It is recommended that you have a thorough examination at the hospital, including an ultrasound for precise grading. Generally, we advocate surgical treatment for varicoceles that are moderate or severe, while mild cases can be carefully monitored. We hope this information is helpful to you, and we wish you a speedy recovery! Varicocele is prone to recurrence, and long-term medication is often necessary.