Patient's question:
I have varicocele, and my wife always insists on me going to the hospital for treatment. I'd like to ask, how is varicocele treated?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele refers to the abnormal extension, expansion, and tortuosity of the pampiniform plexus of veins within the spermatic cord. Severe cases can lead to male infertility. If diagnosed, it is recommended to seek follow-up and further examinations at a regular hospital's urology department, such as specialized examinations and careful ultrasound checks, as well as semen analysis. If there are abnormal sperm, surgical treatment is advised. If there are no special discomfort symptoms or only mild symptoms that do not affect fertility, it is recommended to wear supportive underwear to hold the scrotum and undergo periodic follow-up tests.