Patient's question:
Does varicocele cause premature ejaculation? Recently, I've started having sex with my wife, but I find myself losing erection within a few minutes. My wife's look is full of sarcasm, saying that next time when we start having sex, I should just boil a pack of instant noodles, implying that when I'm done, the noodles will be ready too.Doctor's answer:
Most varicoceles in males are caused by congenital abnormalities in blood vessel development and growth. In severe cases, they can affect sperm quality and impair male fertility. Generally, they do not cause premature ejaculation. Most cases of male premature ejaculation are triggered by excessive sensitivity of the glans and emotional tension. Patients can reduce glans sensitivity through methods such as alternating hot and cold compresses, massage, and taking oral Chinese herbal medicine for tonifying the kidneys and astringing essence for conditioning.