Patient's question:
Over the past year, I've been feeling constantly tired all over, with severe lower back pain. I've also been experiencing frequent and urgent urination, and each time I urinate, it's very painful. There are some small veins on my testicles, like small earthworms, which look very unattractive. Besides the heavy and sensation, my friend told me this is varicocele. What kind of help do I need: Which department should I go to for varicocele?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℃. If the temperature remains elevated for a long period, it can affect sperm production in the testes, resulting in azoospermia and oligozoospermia. The epididymis also contributes to the maturation of sperm. It is more common in young and middle-aged adults. A urology examination is recommended, with a higher incidence of left varicocele. Those with no symptoms or mild symptoms can wear elastic pants or use a scrotal support band.