Patient's question:
Lately, I've been feeling very weak all over, a bit of frequent urination and urgency, my testicles are very red, with some burst small veins on them, and it's very disgusting. My libido has decreased, and the time during sex is very short. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor said it was varicocele. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele is classified into three degrees. In mild cases, dilated veins are not palpable locally, and only discomfort is felt. In moderate cases, dilated veins can be felt when standing, but they are not visible externally. In severe cases, dilated veins in the scrotum appear like worms or clusters.The treatment for varicocele varies by degree. Mild cases can be managed conservatively, such as through rest, wearing tight-fitting underwear, increasing physical activity, and appropriately using blood-activating medications. However, moderate to severe cases, or those accompanied by infertility or abnormal semen, require surgical intervention.