Patient's question:
Left testicle occasionally has intermittent pain, ultrasound shows varicocele of 2.1 mm. Can varicocele lead to other diseases? Besides causing weak sperm, can it cause other inflammatory conditions?Doctor's answer:
Here is a comprehensive analysis as follows. Varicocele tends to recur on the left side due to anatomical reasons in autopsies, as it is caused by the destruction of venous anti-reflux valves. It generally may lead to conditions such as weak sperm and testicular atrophy. For testicular patients, timely treatment can reduce the incidence of the disease. If left untreated, it will affect the overall health condition. Therefore, patients should seek timely symptomatic treatment and maintain a regular lifestyle in daily life to avoid prolonged sitting.