We often hear about varicose veins in the legs, but did you know that men can also get them in the scrotal area?
Varicose veins, when found in the scrotum, create a condition called varicocele. Typically, men who have varicocele experience occasional swelling and (sometimes) discomfort in the genital region. Up to 70-80% of men with varicocele have trouble getting their partner pregnant.
Other symptoms of varicocele include (though not all will necessarily be present):
- Pain
- Testicular Atrophy
- Male Infertility
If you think you may have varicocele, make an appointment with your doctor. And if you think you have male infertility, contact a reproductive health specialist like those at RSI, one of the Philadelphia
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