Patient's question:
Description of the condition (onset time, main symptoms, changes in symptoms, etc.): Hello! I have left varicocele. Can I have surgery?Doctor's answer:
Hello, varicocele can cause a sense of heaviness and swelling in the scrotum, as well as pain symptoms, which are more pronounced when standing and can be relieved when lying down. It can also lead to abnormal semen and infertility. For treatment, options can be chosen based on the situation. The most direct and effective treatment is surgical intervention, which may restore fertility after surgery but also carries the possibility of recurrence. It is recommended to rest more, avoid prolonged standing, and wear tight underwear or a scrotal support. If tests reveal that it affects sperm production and semen quality, leading to infertility or if symptoms are severe, surgical treatment should be considered. I hope this helps you.