Contents:
- Medical Video: Varicocele Repair
- What is varicocele?
- Why does varicocele cause fertility problems?
- Is there a way to prevent this disease?
Medical Video: Varicocele Repair
Varicose veins are generally the most feared problem by Eve. But apparently, men can also have varicose veins - especially in their testicles. In the medical world, varicose veins in the penis are known as varicocele diseases. If you are one of the men who have typical tendon symptoms of varicose veins right in the testicles, you should immediately consult a doctor. Because, varicocele disease can be a risk factor for male fertility problems. Up to 40% of cases of male infertility are caused by varicoceles. Why is that?
What is varicocele?
Varicocele is a swelling of the veins in the scrotum, aka the testicles that line the testicles. Veins are responsible for carrying blood from cells and tissues back to the heart. Varicocele can occur on one side of the testicles or both. However, these lumps usually occur on the left side because the veins on that side often get greater pressure than the right side.
At first, swelling of the vein feels faint and does not show symptoms, so generally this condition is not so realized by the body owner.Even so, some men can feel an uncomfortable sensation or even pain in the testicles when standing or physical activity for too long. subside when the patient lies down. In general, this pain will disappear once you lie down.In addition to pain, varicose veins can get bigger and clearer over time. Varicocele can cause the scrotum to swell.
The size of varicocele lumps varies. Many can be seen directly in plain view, but there are also those that can only be known after being touched. That is why it is important for every man to do a self-testicular examination regularly.
It is not known what are the risk factors for varicose veins in these testicles. However, some researchers stated that the risk of varicocele was influenced by height and weight. The higher you are, the higher your chances of developing varicocele.
Why does varicocele cause fertility problems?
The fertility of a man is influenced by the quality of sperm produced by the testes in the testicles. Blood flow from the heart to the penis when men get sexual stimulation will create an erection. At the same time, the scrotum (testicles) is attracted to the body to prepare semen.
The swelling of the veins due to vericocele causes the vein valves to function optimally to restore blood to the heart. The blood trapped in this intimate area will increase the temperature around the testicles longer than they should.
In fact, so that the testis can produce healthy and quality sperm kloter, the temperature around it should not exceed 4 degrees above normal body temperature. The hot temperature will greatly affect the quality of sperm. A one degree increase in temperature will reduce sperm count by 40 percent. There is only one abnormality in the sperm (both the damaged form, the amount that is lacking, and the lack of movement "swimming") can increase a man's risk of becoming infertile.
This is the reason why the testis is outside the male body, under the protection of the scrotum: Sperm will be in the best condition when in a cold environment, under normal body temperature.
So, will all men who have varicocele disease experience fertility problems? Not necessarily. Male fertility depends on many factors. These include how long you have varicoceles, their severity, and location (on one or both sides of the scrotum). Early diagnosis and treatment can also improve your chances of fertility.To be sure, you should consult directly with a urology surgeon.
Is there a way to prevent this disease?
There is no way to prevent varicoceles. But you can reduce your risk of this one health problem. Men are advised to maintain the health of their vital organs by increasing consumption of foods containing antioxidants, especially vegetables and fruits that are rich in vitamins A, C, E, and zinc. Also avoid exposure to chemicals, electricity, radiation continuously, soaking hot water, and the use of pants that are too tight to protect the ideal temperature of the testicles.
