Patient's question:
For over ten years of trying to conceive without success, I went to the hospital for a thorough examination and was diagnosed with varicocele. My wife is in good health, but due to age and physical reasons, our family has chosen to undergo in vitro fertilization. Can varicocele on the left side be used for a petri dish?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele is a significant and common cause of male infertility, and your varicocele is already quite severe. The quality of your sperm is also not very good, which can affect pregnancy. Varicocele can be addressed through IVF, as individuals with varicocele can still undergo IVF as long as their sperm quality is good. However, this does not interfere with sperm extraction; once the sperm is collected, it can be used for culture dishes. Timely treatment can reduce the risk of complications, but if left untreated, it can affect fertility. Therefore, patients should receive timely medication and avoid overexertion in daily life.