Patient's question:
Varicocele nodule? Testicular ptosis, both sides are affected, with the left side being slightly lower. Previously, I had a sexual history, but now I don't (I suspect it might be related to sexual activity). Over a year ago, I visited a hospital for a check-up. During a thorough examination, the doctor diagnosed varicocele (which was relatively mild at that time, but now the testicles have descended even lower). The doctor then recommended surgery, stating that otherwise it could lead to infertility. What are some effective methods to treat varicocele and infertility?Doctor's answer:
The spermatic vein is one of the main veins through which blood flows into the testes. When it becomes varicose, it can affect the blood supply to the testes, leading to impaired testicular function, particularly impacting sperm quality. Mild to moderate varicoceles may cause no discomfort in some individuals, but symptoms often include lower back pain, fatigue, and a feeling of heaviness or discomfort in the testes. Chronic prostatitis that is difficult to heal may also be related to varicoceles. It is advisable to consult a regular public hospital in your area for a thorough examination and treatment. Small clinics generally cannot effectively treat such conditions, so do not trust unscientific folk remedies.