Overview
A varicocele (VAR-ih-koe-seel) is a broadening of the veins inside the free sack of skin that holds the gonads (scrotum). These veins transport oxygen-drained blood from the gonads. A varicocele happens when blood pools in the veins instead of circling effectively out of the scrotum.
Varicoceles generally structure during adolescence and foster over the long run. They might cause distress or agony, yet they frequently bring about no side effects or confusion.
A varicocele might cause an unfortunate improvement of a gonad, low sperm creation, or different issues that might prompt barrenness. Medical procedures to treat varicocele might be prescribed to address these confusions.
Symptoms :
A varicocele usually occurs on the left side of the scrotum and often produces no signs or symptoms. Possible signs and symptoms may include:
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Pain. A dull, aching pain or discomfort is more likely when standing or late in the day. Lying down often relieves pain.
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A mass in the scrotum. If a varicocele is large enough, a mass like a “bag of worms” may be visible above the testicle. A smaller varicocele may be too small to see but noticeable by touch.
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Differently sized testicles. The affected testicle may be noticeably smaller than the other testicle.
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Infertility. A varicocele may lead to difficulty fathering a child, but not all varicoceles cause infertility.
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Visible lump or swelling in the scrotum
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Dull and recurring pain in the scrotum
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Swelling and intensifying pain around the scrotum
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Visibly twisted veins in the scrotum
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Feeling of heaviness in the testicles
Causes
Blockage in the spermatic cord
Injury around the scrotum or testicles
Infections like epididymitis
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How common are varicoceles?
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Varicocele’s are very common, and they are not dangerous.
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In fact, 15% of all adult men have a varicocele.
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For many men, their varicocele will go unnoticed throughout their life, or it will not cause any problems at all.
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. About 20% of adolescents have varicoceles, so a fraction of them likely resolve spontaneously.
When are varicoceles usually found?
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Most commonly, its found in a completely asymptomatic man being evaluated for infertility.
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A mass in the scrotum may be detected by the patient or by a physician during routine exam.
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A man may present to a physician with pain in the scrotum.
Why might I need varicocele embolization?
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Varicocele’s are very common, and they are not dangerous.
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In fact, 15% of all adult men have a varicocele.
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For many men, their varicocele will go unnoticed throughout their life, or it will not cause any problems at all.
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. About 20% of adolescents have varicoceles, so a fraction of them likely resolve spontaneously.
What are the risks of varicocele embolization?
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Infection
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Allergic reaction
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Excess bleeding
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Migration of the coil sometimes used to block the enlarged vein
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Lower back pain
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Inflammation of the scrotum
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Inflammation of the vein
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Nausea