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: How can varicocele be treated to improve the condition?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele is a common condition, which is a pathological phenomenon where the pampiniform plexus of veins in the spermatic cord becomes dilated, tortuous, and elongated due to various reasons leading to poor venous drainage. Mild varicocele can be treated with methods such as scrotal cold packs. Severe varicocele may require surgical treatment, such as high ligation of the internal spermatic vein. The condition of varicocele tends to recur, requiring long-term medication for management. Additionally, male patients should seek professional and reputable medical attention promptly, and treatment should be considered based on thorough examination results. It is also important to limit sexual activity and maintain a positive mood. Finally, we wish all patients a speedy recovery.