Patient's question:
During the health check organized by the unit, the doctor discovered that I had a varicocele. Since I'm not married and don't have any obvious symptoms, the doctor said it's okay not to treat it and that regular check-ups would be sufficient over time. What potential harms could a varicocele cause?Doctor's answer:
When orchidopexy does not affect fertility, no treatment is necessary. This type of condition is congenital, and treatment is based on tonifying the kidneys and replenishing essence. However, most cases do not respond effectively, and treatment primarily relies on Western medicine. The cause of congenital orchidopexy remains unclear. Since orchidopexy often occurs in patients with cryptorchidism, its recurrence may be related to endocrine dysfunction during embryonic growth and development. Orchidopexy can lead to hydrocele. For patients with orchidopexy, timely treatment can reduce the risk of complications. If left untreated, it may affect overall health.