Patient's question:
I and my wife have not been able to get pregnant in the years since we got married. The doctor said I have a varicocele, which explains why I often feel swelling and enlargement in my epididymis, greatly affecting my daily life. What are the effective treatments for varicocele?Doctor's answer:
Epididymal malformation is caused by the formation of the mesonephric and paramesonephric ducts during the sixth week of embryonic development. These ducts will differentiate into the male and female reproductive tracts. After the embryonic gonads differentiate into testes and produce testosterone, under the influence of androgens, the mesonephric duct gradually differentiates into the male perinatal ducts. The cranial part of the mesonephric duct becomes the epididymal appendage, which is derived from the mesonephric tubules. The condition of the epididymis tends to recur, requiring long-term oral medication. Additionally, for male patients, it is important to actively seek diagnosis from professional and reputable hospitals and consider treatment based on thorough examination results. Furthermore, it is necessary to control sexual activity and maintain a positive mood.