Does masturbation lead to varicocele?

Written by Chen Feng
Urology
Updated on September 02, 2024
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Masturbation generally does not cause varicocele. Patients with varicocele may have abnormal venous valve function in the spermatic cord, leading to reflux of venous blood; or it may be caused by the renal vein being compressed when entering the abdominal aorta, resulting in poor blood drainage in the spermatic vein. When varicocele occurs, some patients may not exhibit noticeable symptoms and only discover the condition during a physical examination. However, other patients may experience significant symptoms, typically presenting as discomfort or a dragging sensation in the scrotum on the affected side, especially after long periods of walking or standing. The pain usually becomes more pronounced in these situations, but symptoms tend to alleviate when lying flat.

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What are the symptoms of varicocele?

The symptoms of varicocele vary depending on the severity of the condition. Clinically, most patients with varicocele do not present distinct symptoms, or may not exhibit any symptoms at all, and the condition is often discovered during physical examinations. However, a small number of varicocele patients do exhibit clearly discernible symptoms, primarily presenting as discomfort or a heavy feeling in the scrotum on the affected side, especially after prolonged walking. Pain symptoms tend to worsen after such activities, but alleviate or even disappear after lying down and resting. These patients may also experience abnormal semen quality. For such cases, early surgical treatment is generally necessary. The surgery mainly involves high ligation of the spermatic vein, which helps relieve symptoms and is beneficial for the recovery of semen quality.

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Can varicocele cause urethral stinging?

Varicocele generally does not cause a burning sensation in the urethra. The main symptoms of varicocele are a dragging pain in the testicles, especially after long periods of standing, sitting, or intense physical activity. The pain becomes more pronounced, and the affected testicle may noticeably sag when standing. A color Doppler ultrasound can confirm the diagnosis. The most common cause of urethral burning sensation is urethritis or the presence of stones in the urethra, which needs to be confirmed through routine urine tests. If an increase in white blood cells is observed during the urine test, it can be diagnosed as a urinary tract infection. This condition requires timely treatment with antibiotics, and typically, a course of seven to ten days can lead to recovery.

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Can epididymitis and varicocele run?

Patients with epididymitis and varicocele are advised not to run. Since running is a vigorous exercise, it can easily aggravate epididymitis and worsen varicocele. Patients with epididymitis need to rest as much as possible, lie flat, and elevate the scrotum, which is beneficial for the local blood circulation of the epididymis. Engaging in vigorous exercise during a period of epididymitis can lead to significant testicular pain and swelling, which is not conducive to the recovery of the condition. Similarly, patients with varicocele should also minimize vigorous exercise.

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How long does it take to recover after varicocelectomy?

Varicocele surgery generally takes about a month to recover. The surgery mainly involves high ligation of the spermatic vein, and nowadays, most treatments are conducted using minimally invasive surgery, thus allowing for a relatively quick recovery. Patients with varicocele, especially those who have obvious symptoms like discomfort and a dragging sensation in the scrotum on the affected side, particularly after standing for a long time, and those whose semen quality is abnormal, should undergo timely surgical treatment. Post-surgery, this is beneficial for the recovery of the quality of bodily fluids and also helps alleviate the patient's clinical symptoms. After the surgery, it is advisable for patients to rest more and avoid standing or walking for extended periods to aid in the faster healing of the wound.

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Varicocele is caused by what?

Common causes of varicocele include: 1. Abnormal venous valves: The venous valves in the spermatic vein help prevent the backflow of blood. If these valves are abnormal, it can lead to blood reflux, causing varicocele. 2. Higher incidence of varicocele on the left side: Varicoceles are more likely to occur on the left side because the left spermatic vein enters the left renal vein at a right angle. Moreover, the left renal vein is often compressed by the superior mesenteric artery and the abdominal aorta, leading to obstructed blood flow in the spermatic vein. 3. Other secondary pathological changes, such as retroperitoneal tumors, renal tumors compressing the veins in the spermatic cord, or tumor thrombus embolizing the renal vein, can also cause obstruction in the spermatic venous flow, leading to varicocele.