A new publication finds that varicocele repair might improve semen quality enough to enable couples who are awaiting in vitro fertilization or intrauterine insemination to attempt natural conception ...

Varicocele is recognized as the leading cause of male infertility because it can impair spermatogenesis through several distinct pathophysiological mechanisms. Current evidence supports oxidative ...

Many men have enlarged veins in the scrotum, which is the pouch that holds the testicles. Doctors call these veins varicoceles. Many men with varicoceles have no symptoms, but some may have fertility ...

Varicocelectomy is a surgery that removes swollen veins inside the scrotum, called varicoceles. There aren’t any medications that treat or get rid of varicoceles, so your doctor may recommend surgery ...

Varicoceles are similar to varicose veins, but they occur around the testicles rather than the legs. They do not usually cause any serious problems, but they can impact male fertility. A varicocele ...

Hydrocele is caused by fluid around the testicles, often in babies but it can happen to adults. Varicocele is caused by enlarged veins in the scrotum and is common in males ages 15 to 25. Surgery ...

Varicocele thrombosis is a rare condition in which a cluster of dilated veins in the scrotum develops a blood clot. Treatment options range from anti-inflammatory medications to surgery. A varicocele ...