Patient's question:
I have had varicocele for many years. Actually, it hasn't caused much discomfort, and since I already have children, I haven't paid much attention to it. However, recently the pain has been getting worse, sometimes even keeping me awake at night. It has seriously affected my normal life and work, and I am very troubled.Where should I go to get treated for varicocele?
Doctor's answer:
The expansion, bending, and shortening of the pampiniform venous plexus are referred to as varicocele, one of the common diseases among men. The general causes of this condition include physical factors such as prolonged standing, increased abdominal pressure, and the naturally abundant blood flow in young and middle-aged individuals, as well as other factors like retroperitoneal tumors, renal tumors, and hydronephrosis.For the treatment of varicocele, individuals with no symptoms or mild symptoms can wear elastic pants or use a scrotal support band. For those with more severe symptoms and male infertility caused by varicocele and abnormal sperm, surgical treatment should be considered.
Regarding your situation, it is recommended that you first visit a regular hospital for a comprehensive and thorough examination to identify the exact cause, and then receive treatment accordingly.