Varicocoele
Medical conditions we treat
ABOUT VARICOCOELE
What is a varicocoele?
A varicocele occurs due to pooling of blood in dilated veins within the scrotum.
It can cause pain in the scrotum, and can affect the growth of the testicles and fertility.
A varicocoele is a collection of swollen and enlarged veins in the scrotum.
Often this can be felt as a mass in the scrotum.
What are the symptoms of a varicocoele?
A varicocoele can often be felt as a soft lump in the scrotum above the testicle.
Varicocoeles often cause no symptoms. Sometimes they can cause a dull ache in the scrotum.
Occassionally they can affect the growth of the testicles and sperm production, leading to problems with fertility.
Scrotal pain
Pain in the scrotum or testes.
Lump in the scrotum
A new mass or lump in the testicle or elsewhere in the scrotum.
PATIENT JOURNEY
How is a varicocoele diagnosed?
Ultrasound of the scrotum is used to identify varicocoeles.
How are varicocoeles treated?
Varicocoele management is based on symptoms. Surgical options include a varicocoele repair.
OUR TEAM
Meet our team
Meet our team of experienced Urologists who treat varicocoeles.
