Why do I have enlarged veins in my left testicle at 19?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am 19 years old. I have been having discomfort in my testicles for 3 years. I was then examined by the doctor, and he found some swelling in the left testicle, and there were also enlarged veins.

There were no hard lumps on examination. I then had a scrotum ultrasound that revealed 5 calcium deposits in the left testicle. On my paperwork, it says, diagnosis- testicle pain- varicose and hydrocele?

What does this mean?

Please advise.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Calcium deposits in the testes or testicular microlithiasis are an extremely rare finding in males. Since it is causing pain, it is better for you to keep doing annual sonograms and keep checking if the count is increasing. There are some studies that claim that such deposits can make cancer of the testes quite common in such patients.

However, there is no conclusive evidence. There is no need to be worried. It can be prevented by regular screening. There is no known treatment for the microlithiasis.

Those distended veins indicate a varicocele. If it is not causing any symptoms, it can be left as such. But if it is causing persistent pain, like in your case, it may have to be surgically repaired. Consult a urologist online to know the progress of the condition and the need for surgery.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.