Patient's question:
The detailed examination I did a while ago revealed varicocele. I want to go to the hospital as soon as possible to have surgical treatment, because every doctor said that surgical treatment is fast. What are the problems that need attention in varicocele surgery? How much will it cost? What should I do if the inner diameter of the left varicocele is about 2-3 mm?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele, due to blood stasis in the spermatic veins, can cause an increase in scrotal temperature, with the testicular temperature dropping by 1℃ to 2℃. Prolonged high temperatures can affect sperm production in the testes, leading to azoospermia and oligozoospermia. The epididymis also helps in the maturation of sperm. It is more common in young and middle-aged adults. The incidence of left varicocele is higher.Recommendation: It is best to consult a formal public hospital for clear guidance before undergoing treatment. Those without symptoms or with mild symptoms can wear elastic pants or use a scrotal support band. Men with severe symptoms and infertility due to varicocele accompanied by abnormal sperm should undergo surgical treatment. The surgical procedure involves high ligation of the spermatic veins.