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. Could you please tell me what methods are used to diagnose varicocele?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele refers to the tortuous and dilated expansion of veins in the spermatic cord due to impaired venous, which is a common disease among young and middle-aged adults. It is characterized by the expansion, tortuosity, and elongation of the pampiniform plexus (a network of veins) in the spermatic cord caused by venous blood stasis. Medication or dietary therapy is unlikely to be very effective and may also affect fertility. Surgical treatment is the best option in this case.For patients with varicocele, timely treatment can reduce the risk of complications. If left untreated, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should receive timely medication and maintain a regular sexual life while avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.