Patient's question:
What are the causes of varicocele, why does this happen? My wife has been unable to conceive, and some thorough examinations have been conducted, all of which showed no problems. Later, I had an examination that indicated varicocele. What is this disease, can she still conceive, and are there any methods to treat it? What should I do now?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele is caused by the congestion of blood in the spermatic veins, leading to the expansion, tortuosity, and elongation of the venous plexus. Varicocele can also be induced by renal tumors. The reason why varicocele should be taken seriously is that it may be accompanied by testicular atrophy and impaired sperm development, resulting in infertility. For patients with varicocele, timely treatment can reduce the incidence of the disease. If left untreated, it can affect overall health. Therefore, patients should seek timely and appropriate treatment, and in daily life, they should avoid overexertion and pay attention to personal hygiene.