Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing some pain in the groin area or lower back. The symptoms worsen after exertion, prolonged standing, or walking. What should I do if I have varicocele? Apply cold compress.Doctor's answer:
When varicocele occurs, due to blood stasis in the spermatic veins, it can lead to an increase in scrotal temperature, causing the testicular temperature to drop by 1℃ to 2℃. Persistent long-term temperature elevation can affect sperm production in the testes, resulting in azoospermia and oligozoospermia. The epididymis also plays a role in promoting sperm maturation. It is more common in young and middle-aged adults. The incidence of left varicocele is higher. Individuals with asymptomatic or mild symptoms can wear elastic pants or use a scrotal support band. For those with severe symptoms and male infertility associated with varicocele and abnormal sperm, surgical treatment should be considered. The surgical procedure involves high ligation of the spermatic veins. Since I don't know your specific condition, I recommend you visit our Maternal and Child Plastic Surgery Department for a follow-up examination to determine the underlying cause.