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Varicocele

Varicocele | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What can be done to prevent the condition?

There is no known way to prevent developing a varicocele. Routine testicular self examination may alert the man to any new masses, which should be evaluated by the healthcare provider.

What are the long-term effects of the condition?

Varicoceles can be linked to male infertility. If abnormalities show up in a semen analysis, removing the varicocele may improve sperm quality.

What are the risks to others?

There are no risks to others, as a varicocele is not contagious.

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Author: Stuart Wolf, MD
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 06/01/01

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