Patient's question:
How serious is varicocele? Scrotal swelling and heaviness, follow-up at the hospital, the doctor suspects it is varicocele. How serious is varicocele? Does it affect fertility?Doctor's answer:
Hello, is varicocele severe? Varicocele is a common disease in young and middle-aged men. Most cases present with local discomfort and a sense of heaviness, pain that can radiate to the lower abdomen, groin, and back. Symptoms may alleviate after walking or exertion and can be reduced or relieved by rest or lying flat. Varicocele is one of the more common scrotal swellings in young people and is also a significant cause of male infertility. In patients with varicocele, sperm count increases, affecting fertility. After surgical treatment, fertility can be restored. The first step in treating infertility is to identify the underlying cause, followed by developing an appropriate screening plan. It is recommended that you visit a formal and professional infertility hospital for a thorough examination to determine the cause and receive treatment based on your specific condition.