Is testicular torsion cause infertility?
Testicular torsion occurs when a testicle rotates, twisting the spermatic cord that brings blood to the scrotum. The reduced blood flow causes sudden and often severe pain and swelling. Testicular torsion usually requires emergency surgery. If treated quickly, the testicle can usually be saved. But when blood flow has been cut off for too long, […]
What is the best treatment for varicocele?
Open surgery using a microscope and subinguinal approach (microsurgical subinguinal varicocelectomy) has the highest success rates when compared with other surgical methods. Advances in varicocele repair have led to a reduction of post-surgical complications. One advance is the use of the surgical microscope, which enables the surgeon to see the treatment area better during surgery. […]
Does varicocele get worse over time?
Clear indications to repair a varicocele in adolescence include progressive testicular atrophy, pain, or abnormal semen analysis results. Although the treatment of a varicocele generally improves sperm characteristics, it is not clear if an untreated varicocele leads to progressive worsening of sperm quality over time. In general, varicocele treatment might not be necessary. Many men […]
How can I increase my fertility with varicocele?
The aim of varicocele treatment is to stop the blood from building up. This can be done by either closing off the vein using minimally-invasive procedures (embolization) or by carrying out surgery to cut or tie off the vein. These procedures stop blood flowing through the affected vein. It then flows through healthy, nearby veins […]
What are the chances of getting pregnant with varicocele?
There is some evidence that varicoceles might reduce men’s fertility. But scientists do not yet fully understand why that may be. Some experts believe that the quality of the sperm is poorer because the varicocele reduces the blood supply to the affected testicle. Others believe that the build-up of blood in the scrotum raises the […]
Can a man have children after testicular cancer?
Most boys and men develop cancer in only one testicle. The remaining testicle usually can make enough testosterone to maintain fertility. If the other testicle needs to be removed because the cancer is in both testicles, or if new cancer develops in the other testicle, testosterone will need to be taken in some form for […]
Can testicular cancer cause infertility?
Testicular cancer and its treatment can affect hormone levels and can also affect the ability to father children after treatment. Therefore, it is important to discuss the possible effects with a doctor before starting treatment. Before treatment starts, men who might want to father children may consider storing sperm in a sperm bank for later […]
Does retrograde ejaculation cause bladder infection?
Repeated retrograde ejaculation can lead to a bladder infection.
What is the difference between an epididymal cyst and Spermatocele?
An epididymal cyst is a cyst-like mass (growth) in the epididymis that contains clear fluid. The epididymis is a long coiled tube that lies above and behind each testicle. The epididymis collects and transports sperm from the testis to the vas deferens (tubes that transport sperm to the urethra). Spermatoceles are similar to epididymal cysts, […]
How does hydrocele affect the reproductive system?
A hydrocele is a type of swelling in the scrotum that occurs when fluid collects in the thin sheath surrounding a testicle. A hydrocele is common in newborns and usually disappears without treatment by age 1. Older boys and adult men can develop a hydrocele due to inflammation or injury within the scrotum. A hydrocele […]