Patient's question:
Bilateral varicocele, surgery performed at Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH), over a month has passed, and there is still pain in the inguinal area. Both testicles are painful. PUMCH conducted a follow-up examination and prescribed a 5-day course of injections and oral medication. There has been slight improvement in the pain in the inguinal area and testicles, but there is now pain in the perineum below the testicles. What is the cause?Doctor's answer:
The patient's condition involves persistent pain after a varicocele surgery that has been ongoing for a month. It is often possible that the pain may be due to postoperative psychological trauma, inflammation, or adhesions. It is recommended that the patient can use mugwort decoction to bathe the affected area daily. Additionally, oral anti-inflammatory and blood-stimulating drugs should be taken in conjunction for treatment. It is important to avoid cold exposure and overexertion.In addition to timely treatment for male reproductive health issues, patients should maintain a positive attitude to face the disease. This will enable timely and appropriate treatment.