Patient's question:
Varicocele. Is this still like this after 1 year of the left surgery? Is it varicocele? Also, red blood vessels have reappeared on the surface of the scrotum. Now, the right side also hurts sometimes. When touching the veins of the scrotum, the right side feels thicker than the left side.Doctor's answer:
The photo shows subcutaneous veins of the scrotum, not varicocele. Varicocele is invisible, and there is no direct relationship between these subcutaneous veins and varicocele. For the right-sided pain, it is recommended to have a scrotal ultrasound examination, as it is possible that the right varicocele is also varicose. It is important not to rule out orchitis, epididymitis, or prostatitis. Varicocele can be stabilized, but the treatment period is generally long, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, during treatment, medication should be used according to symptoms. Additionally, patients should avoid prolonged sitting or riding and pay attention to personal hygiene.