In many cases, a varicocele will not present with symptoms, and it may cause infertility. On rare occasions, you may experience pain, which can vary from sharp to dull discomfort. The pain may increase when you stand or exert yourself physically for long periods and worsen over the day. You may experience relief when lying on your back.
Over time, varicoceles may enlarge. They can become more noticeable and cause a testicle, usually the left one, to swell. Some patients have described the condition as looking like a “bag of worms.”
Unless the varicocele is affecting fertility or causing pain, it is usually not treated since it shows no symptoms. Varicoceles are typically discovered during a routine physical examination and often during a fertility evaluation.
It is important to seek medical attention if you experience pain or swelling in the scrotum or discover a mass on it. If you notice your testicles are not the same size, or you developed a varicocele in your youth, or are having fertility issues, you should see a doctor. A mass on the scrotum or testicular pain could be indicative of a medical problem that needs immediate treatment.
If you are experiencing problems with fertility, contact the specialists at Neway Fertility. We provide options and solutions for a variety of fertility issues. Schedule your consultation appointment with us today.
