{"id":365,"date":"2025-02-16T20:23:26","date_gmt":"2025-02-16T17:23:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/halimhattat.com.tr\/?page_id=365"},"modified":"2026-08-05T18:11:22","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T15:11:22","slug":"what-is-varicocele-symptoms-treatment-diagnosis","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/halimhattat.com.tr\/en\/what-is-varicocele-symptoms-treatment-diagnosis\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Varicocele? Symptoms, Treatment, Diagnosis"},"content":{"rendered":"

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What Is Varicocele?<\/h2>\n

Varicocele increases the risk of infertility and prevents having children. Moreover, it also leads to sexual function problems. It is a problem we see quite frequently in young men. In this condition, the pooled deoxygenated blood accumulated in the enlarged veins in the testicles affects the testicles and impairs sperm cells. The most important reason for seeking treatment is that it affects sperm production.<\/p>\n

Causes of Varicocele | What Causes Varicocele?<\/h2>\n

Varicocele occurs due to impaired blood flow and disrupted tissue nourishment in the testicle, similar to the varicose vein problem in the leg. It is seen more frequently, especially in people who are overweight, engage in heavy weightlifting sports, and those with chronic constipation and asthma. When enlargement in the veins occurs in the leg, it becomes the well-known condition called varicose veins. When the same problem in the veins occurs in the testicle instead of the legs, we call it varicocele. Increased testicular temperature, accumulation of harmful substances in deoxygenated blood within the testicle, and disruption of testicular blood flow affect testicular functions and impair sperm production. In fact, research conducted in recent years shows that along with these changes in the testicles, male hormone levels also decrease.<\/p>\n

What Are the Symptoms of Varicocele?<\/h2>\n

Most of the time, varicocele presents no symptoms. It can create pain only in certain cases. So much so that if it causes no trouble, it may go unnoticed. Symptoms that should be given importance are: pain or swelling in the scrotum, a mass inside it, and testicles of different sizes. Especially in couples experiencing a problem regarding having children, the man needs to be checked from this perspective. Pain and shrinkage in the testicles are clinical findings we commonly encounter.<\/p>\n

Does Varicocele Cause Infertility?<\/h2>\n

The question \u201cCan someone with varicocele have children?\u201d is among the most frequently asked questions. In varicocele, an increase in temperature occurs in the testicular tissue, and sperm production can be impaired. Likewise, toxins accumulated in the veins also reduce sperm production. Varicocele can prevent men from having children by disrupting the number, motility, and morphology of sperm. Varicocele is present in approximately 30-40% of men who cannot have children, and after this condition is corrected, childbearing rates increase.<\/p>\n

How Is Varicocele Diagnosed?<\/h2>\n

The testicle has two main functions: sperm production and male hormone synthesis. Men with varicocele are at risk not only in terms of sperm count and motility, but also in terms of hormone deficiency. In hormone deficiency, low libido, difficulty achieving and maintaining an erection, and changes in ejaculation time can be experienced.<\/p>\n

Varicocele Treatment Methods<\/h2>\n

Varicocele diagnosis is made through urological examination. Sperm count and motility analysis (spermiogram) and, when necessary, ultrasound are also requested; whether or not there is testicular shrinkage is important. Based on these results, extremely simple and quickly completed surgical procedures can be recommended. The success rate of such a treatment is very high.<\/p>\n

Microsurgical Varicocele Surgery<\/h3>\n

As varicocele surgery, we generally <\/strong>perform varicocelectomy. This treatment is generally an extremely simple and quickly completed surgical procedure. Prof. Dr. Halim Hattat ligates the veins with microsurgery and regulates blood flow. After varicocele surgery, you can return to your normal life in as short a time as two days. Approximately within 3 months after surgical treatment, sperm production improves.<\/p>\n

Things to Consider After Varicocele Surgery<\/h2>\n

In varicocele surgery, the surgeon’s experience is of great importance to prevent postoperative complications. For this reason, the experience of Prof. Dr. Halim Hattat is very important. Improvement in sperm production starts to be seen 3 months after the surgery. Sperm analysis should be performed in the 3rd to 6th month after surgery. Improvement in sperm production is seen in 50-80% of operated patients. Its effect on pregnancy also increases by around 20-69 percent.
\nIn some operated patients, sperm values rise slightly higher, allowing a transition from microinjection to intrauterine insemination (IUI), and even the chance of conceiving naturally can be achieved. In patients where pregnancy does not occur, the improvement in sperm count and quality increases the success of assisted reproductive techniques.<\/p>\n

Sexual Desire After Varicocele Surgery<\/h2>\n

Male hormone production in the testicle is also positively affected. Although erection is not directly affected, the improvement in male hormone levels is effective. In addition, the problem of pain during intercourse is also eliminated. The risk of sexual function problems decreases!<\/p>\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

How does varicocele pain go away?<\/strong>
\nIf surgery is not required, a scrotal support is used during walking or sports.
\nAt how many mm does a varicocele require surgery?<\/strong>
\nThe question of how many mm is not correct here. In varicocele, there are degrees of venous reflux. If the reflux degree is around 3-4, if there is deterioration in hormones and sperm based on clinical evaluation, or if there is a structural defect or pain in the testicle, we decide on surgery.
\nCan someone with a varicocele have children?<\/strong>
\nIt is the most important factor regarding male infertility. If pregnancy does not occur despite 1.5-2 years of unprotected intercourse, varicocele needs to be treated.
\nDoes varicocele prevent erection?<\/strong>
\nThis happens in two ways: there can be pain during intercourse, and male hormones can drop. Although it does not directly prevent an erection, it can cause trouble due to these reasons.
\nCan one get pregnant without varicocele surgery? <\/strong>
\nIf sperm and hormones are normal and unaffected, there is no need for surgery and pregnancy can be achieved. If the reflux degree is around 3-4, if there is deterioration in hormones and sperm based on clinical evaluation, or if there is a structural defect or pain in the testicle, we decide on surgery.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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