Patient's question:
Recently, I've been planning to have a child, and I've been experiencing a sensation of heaviness in my testicles. Upon investigation, I found out that I have varicocele on the left side. What are the methods used to treat varicocele?Doctor's answer:
There is a possibility of complications after varicocele surgery, so it is important to wear supportive underwear for the scrotum in the early stages after surgery to prevent prolonged sitting or overexertion. Although complications may occur, if the varicocele has already affected sperm quality, surgical treatment is still recommended. Varicocele can be stabilized, but the treatment period is generally long, and it is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, medication should be used symptomatically during treatment. Additionally, patients need to maintain a light diet, avoid foods, and not smoke or drink beer. We hope that male patients can recover as soon as possible!