Patient's question:
I've been feeling lower back and lower abdomen pain, with localized soreness and a heavy ache. Was it diagnosed years ago as varicocele? Does it interfere with sexual function?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele in men indeed affects male function, and it is a major cause of sexual dysfunction. Surgery is a necessary means of treating varicocele. If varicocele is not treated, it may lead to testicular atrophy and a decline in semen quality. It not only interferes with sexual function but also affects fertility. It can also cause significant disruption. Varicocele reflux is unrelated to the testicular veins and the penis, so varicocele generally does not affect male sexual function.