Patient's question:
My friend's son, recently noticed something was wrong, sitting for a long time on the upper part of his thighs with a slight discomfort. He didn't feel any discomfort from standing for a long time or intense exercise. A hospital check-up and ultrasound revealed mild varicocele. What should be done about the bilateral varicocele reflux?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele, due to blood stasis in the spermatic veins, can lead to an increase in scrotal temperature, causing the testicular temperature to drop by 1℃ to 2℃. Persistent long-term temperature elevation can affect sperm production in the testes, resulting in azoospermia and oligozoospermia. The epididymis also plays a role in sperm maturation, and varicocele is more common in young and middle-aged men, with a higher incidence rate on the left side.Recommendation: It is recommended to seek a thorough examination and treatment at a local Grade III-A hospital or a hospital of higher grade. For those without symptoms or with mild symptoms, wearing elastic pants or using a scrotal support band can be helpful.