Patient's question:
I have been confirmed to have varicocele, which has been going on for about a year. At that time, I was still in the army and didn't pay much attention to it. Now that I am with my girlfriend, I sometimes feel unbearable left-sided pain when we don't have sexual intercourse. I can feel that the vein is prominent and very hard. During sexual intercourse with my girlfriend, sometimes it is difficult to maintain an erection. Is varicocele serious?Doctor's answer:
You at least have a degree II: palpable varicose veins upon examination. Moreover, you have clinical symptoms, including occasional pain. It should be relatively severe. I recommend going to the hospital for a detailed examination. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, appropriate treatment should be administered—whether it involves medication or surgery. Early treatment is crucial for early recovery. The longer you delay, the greater the potential harm. Additionally, varicocele is a significant cause of infertility, so you should seek medical attention promptly. In fact, suffering from a urological condition is not something to be feared. Patients should believe in their ability to overcome the illness. As long as treatment is initiated early, the chances of controlling the condition and achieving recovery are very high.