Varicocele is a venous enlargement on the scrotal bag, which holds the testis. It causes fertility issues due to decreased production and quality of sperms. Though not all varicoceles cause fertility problems, they can shrink testis or lack growth. Infertility and discomfort on standing for long hours are the characteristics of a varicocele of testis. In the absence of complications, it usually does not require treatment. However, if it causes fertility issues, surgery is indicated, including open surgery, laparoscopic surgery, and percutaneous embolization.
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Can ultrasound detect varicocele in testes?
Query: Hello doctor, I went for Doppler scan because I feel a small tiny seed inside my scrotum sack. The scan says everything is normal. Nothing is found, testicles are fine but it says mid-left hydrocoele found. Doctor said, no need to worry and it is no cause for alarm and that I can drain it if it got... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your detailed medical history and the reports you have mentioned here (attachment removed to protect patient identity). To tell you the fact a small hydrocele is usually harmless but it has the tendency to increase in size gradually over a period of tim... Read Full »
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