Patient's question:
I've been divorced for almost 5 years and still don't have children. My wife has been to various hospitals for check-ups, but nothing was found wrong. She has taken various medications, but none of them have worked. Later, I also underwent a thorough examination and found that I have varicocele. It's my fault. What should I do? How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele, due to blood stasis in the spermatic veins, can cause an increase in scrotal temperature, with the testicular temperature rising by 1℃ to 2℃. If the temperature remains elevated for a long period, it can affect sperm production in the testes, leading to azoospermia and oligozoospermia. The epididymis also does not favor sperm maturation. This condition is more common in young and middle-aged adults. Follow the doctor's advice for immediate treatment and avoid blindly using medication to prevent worsening the condition.