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. The doctor 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 harms does varicocele cause?
Doctor's answer:
The hazards of varicocele depend on your specific condition. When varicocele occurs, blood stagnation in the spermatic veins can lead to increased temperature in the scrotum, causing the testicular temperature to drop by 1℃ to 2℃. If the temperature remains elevated for a long period, it can interfere with sperm production in the testes, resulting in azoospermia (no sperm) and oligozoospermia (few sperm). The epididymis also helps in the maturation of sperm. However, sperm maturation disorders primarily occur during the stages of primary spermatocytes and spermatids.There are many causes of infertility associated with varicocele, and each person's condition is different. It is recommended to visit a reputable fertility clinic for thorough examinations to identify the specific causes. Scientific and targeted treatment should then be implemented. Wishing you a speedy recovery.