Patient's question:
Will varicocele heal on its own? What causes varicocele in men? Can it be left untreated? I'm planning to have a child and discovered it during pre-pregnancy testing. The doctor said I need treatment, but I don't feel any symptoms, so I want to know if it will heal without treatment?Doctor's answer:
For mild varicocele or varicocele accompanied by neuro, methods such as scrotal support and cold compress can be adopted. For patients with more severe symptoms, sperm count below 1 million, or testicular atrophy, surgical intervention is necessary. Therefore, it is essential to visit a formal specialized hospital for diagnosis. Varicocele can be cured, but the treatment period is generally long, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, active cooperation with the doctor's medication plan is crucial during treatment. Additionally, patients should maintain a light diet, avoid stimulating foods, and refrain from smoking and drinking beer.