Patient's question:
I want to know what symptoms men may experience if they are infertile? Which department should I go to? My wife and I have been trying to conceive for two years without success. She has been checked and there are no problems, so it must be me. Can hydrocele lead to male infertility?Doctor's answer:
1. Reproductive organ infection: Infections caused by bacteria, viruses, protozoa, etc., can directly harm the testicles, leading to testicular atrophy, testicular tuberculosis, destruction of testicular tissue, severely affecting sperm production and reducing sperm activity, resulting in infertility. For example, if mumps occurs during the early stage of puberty development, there is a 20% chance of developing secondary testicular inflammation, which can lead to infertility.2. Hydrocele: Hydrocele inhibits testicular blood circulation, which can cause testicular infection or swelling. The incidence rate of this condition after puberty is 16%–19%.