Patient's question:
I am 22 years old, with moderate to severe varicocele. Recently, I have been experiencing pain in the perineum. Can surgery completely cure it?Doctor's answer:
Hello, varicocele refers to the abnormal dilatation and tortuosity of veins in the spermatic cord due to impaired venous. Patients with varicocele may be completely asymptomatic and only detected during physical examination. The affected scrotum or testis may have a sense of fullness or, with scrotal swelling. When standing, the affected scrotum and testis are higher than the healthy side. The surface of the scrotum is clearly visible with dilated and tortuous veins. A soft, earthworm-like mass can be felt upon palpation, and symptoms may be relieved or disappear when lying down. Patients may also experience neurotic symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, and nervousness. Some patients may have sexual dysfunction. Varicocele can sometimes affect fertility.