Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing a heavy and swollen feeling in my scrotum. I went for a follow-up check-up at a community hospital near my home, and the doctor suspected varicocele upon palpation. I want to know what symptoms are associated with this condition. How can I determine if I have varicocele?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele is a vascular disorder of spermatogenesis caused by the expansion of the spermatic veins surrounding the spermatic cord and the pampiniform plexus. It is more commonly found on the left side, although it can occur bilaterally or unilaterally on the right. If varicocele is not treated promptly, it may lead to male infertility. It is recommended to undergo a thorough examination at a formal hospital and receive symptomatic treatment. The condition of varicocele tends to recur, requiring long-term medication.