Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing persistent or intermittent dull, aching, and dull pain in the scrotum, which can radiate to the lower abdomen. After examination, it was found to be varicocele. How can varicocele be cured, and does it have any sequelae?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele refers to the tortuous and dilated veins in the spermatic cord due to impaired venous. Varicocele can be accompanied by testicular atrophy and impaired sperm development, leading to male infertility. Diagnosis requires spermatic vein imaging or color Doppler MRI. This condition does not always require surgical treatment. For younger individuals who are unmarried and symptomatic, a scrotal support band can be used to lower the scrotum, alleviating symptoms. Those without symptoms or with mild symptoms can use only a scrotal supporter or wear boxer briefs. Symptoms often resolve after marriage. There are many treatment methods for urological conditions, but the specific approach depends on the patient's symptoms.