Patient's question:
Prostatitis, treated with intravenous fluids for 2 weeks and recovered spontaneously. A detailed ultrasound examination revealed varicocele in the left testicle, with a diameter of 2.3 cm, while the right one was 1.8 cm. Currently, I am taking Panax notoginseng powder for maintenance. There is no pain, but yesterday after playing a game of ball, I noticed that the left testicle with varicocele was higher than before. Previously, the left testicle was lower than the right, but now it is higher than the right. Is this a worsening of the varicocele or an improvement?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele refers to the dilation of veins in the spermatic cord due to impaired venous return, primarily manifesting as twisted loops around the testes. It is a common condition among young and middle-aged adults. Due to the potential for this condition to impair sperm development, it can lead to male infertility. After physical activity, the cremaster muscle may contract, lifting the testes. The best treatment for varicocele is surgical intervention. It is recommended to seek treatment at a reputable hospital. This type of urological condition is difficult to fully cure. Friends suffering from this disease should maintain a positive attitude and face it with optimism. Only by doing so can they boost their confidence in combating urological conditions, as this will surely lead to recovery.