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Had an ultra scan of testis which shows grade 1 extra testicular varicocele left side. does it need treating i'm also exp discomfort in testis and ab?

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Varicocoele. : A grade one varicocele is quite small. That being said, there would be two indications with which one would consider operating on a varicocele: pain and infertility. Varicocele can affect sperm quality and production which can make childbearing difficult. Furthermore, varicoceles can cause discomfort.

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Dr. Julie Abbott answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

As you know,: a varicocele is a enlarged vein in the scrotum, similar to a varicose vein in the leg. A grade 1 varicocele is the smallest. They are common and often do not require treatment. But because you added that you are having discomfort in the testis/abdomen you need to be evaluated to determine whether the varicocele is contributing to your discomfort or whether it is something else. Then treat, if need

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Dr. James Lin answered

May not be related..: - almost 10-15% of men have some degree of varicocele above left testis, but some 10% may be bilateral; oftentimes, it's noted as an incidental finding on us for assessing scrotal pain or swelling; - most of varicoceles are asymptomatic; - intermittent testicular pain with highly variable onset (usually acute), intensity, duration, and interval should alarm one to think about intermittent tor

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