Patient's question:
I've been married to my wife for two years, but we haven't been able to get pregnant. My wife and I went to the hospital for a thorough check-up. The check-up revealed that my wife is fine, but I have varicocele. How can I make my wife pregnant in this situation?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele primarily affects fertility based on the severity of the condition. It's not accurate to say that once varicocele is diagnosed, there will definitely be fertility issues. In milder cases, conception is still possible. Varicocele can lead to a decrease in local temperature, edema, changes in pH levels, and the retention of toxic substances, which may result in an increase in sperm count, improved sperm motility, and a reduction in the proportion of abnormal sperm. Consequently, male fertility is reduced, leading to male infertility. Treatment for varicocele can be conservative in mild cases.