Patient's question:
Hello doctor, how is the best treatment for varicocele? Is it necessary to have surgery? Can it be treated without surgery?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele is a vascular swelling of the scrotum caused by the dilation and elongation of the pampiniform plexus of veins. It occurs in 95% of cases on the left side and is less common in young people. It is one of the most common scrotal masses and is also a significant cause of male infertility. In patients with varicocele, the temperature of the testis increases, affecting the normal development and maturation of sperm, thereby impacting fertility. After surgical treatment, fertility can generally be restored. Additionally, some patients may experience symptoms such as restlessness, anxiety, insomnia, general fatigue, and impotence. Severe varicocele can lead to atrophy of the testis on the affected side.