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. What are the abnormal symptoms of varicocele?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele is a condition in which the veins in the scrotum become dilated and weak in men, similar to the feeling of veins about to burst. It is often referred to as "worms in a bag." In addition to many patients feeling a heavy sensation in the scrotum, it can also cause varying degrees of discomfort in men.When a man suffers from varicocele, mild cases may not cause obvious discomfort, and you might only discover the condition during a routine health check-up. However, many men experience a sense of heaviness, swelling, and pain in the scrotum, which may ease after prolonged standing or walking. If a patient experiences discomfort, they should seek early medical attention at a regular hospital for examination and follow-up.