Question:
Mens Health advice from all of you please!?
Alfred
2008-12-11 12:16:04 UTC
Im 19 years old and i have varicocele on my left testicle. Its been there for a long time since i was much younger unfortunately i dont really remember exactly when. It doesnt really hurt it just looks disgusting. My whole scrotum is just sagging downwards. This has been like this for many years as well. I am afraid and embarrassed to talk to my parents or a doctor about this. I do know that this can affect my entire future but im still not motivated enough to inform any1 about it. I really duno what to do...Im not really open with my parents so i cannot talk to them about it and i cannot go to a doctor alone. Has anybody else had this and has it harmed u in ur future? Were u still fertile? Was ur wife/girlfriend disgusted when she saw it? some1 help me i really duno wat to do...Ever since i found out what it is (which is around 1 month ago) its been on my mind and i havent been focusing much in my university work. its really becoming a problem..
What should i do?! some1 please find a solution for me!!
Six answers:
2008-12-11 12:51:45 UTC
Alfred, I think you are getting a bit worked up and worried unnecessarily. Varicocele is usually harmless and normally doesn't require any treatment. I'm sure you are aware that this condition is similar to varicose veins in the legs - hardly a dangerous condition! First of all you need to wear briefs, not boxers, to give the ball bag some support.



The reality is if you start to get any discomfort or pain then you are going to have to go to the doctor. There is no alternative. I would not be concerned about it unless you get discomfort. I'm quite sure any girlfriend will not be worried about it. Sure, she'll ask you what the hell it is but a simple explaination is all you will need. Try not to worry about this aspect.



However even considering the above, my advice is to somehow summon the courage and get off to the doctor and have it checked. You are concerned about your future you say so find that motivation and get to your doctor. You are 19 so I can't see why you have to tell your parents. You are an adult and you can make your own doctor appointment. You can do it mate and good luck.
Mikey
2008-12-11 20:26:02 UTC
Couple questions:

You are 19 and cannot go to MD alone? Why?



Are you assuming it is a varicocele from a picture or something (as you have said you have not been to an MD)?







Why not just tell your parents you need a check up...if they really have to be there....then tell the MD in private.





Here is some info I found for you...link below:

"Do Varicoceles Cause Permanent Damage?

Although there is no way to prevent a varicocele, it usually needs no special treatment. A varicocele is usually harmless and more than likely won't affect a guy's ability to father a child. Some experts believe, though, that in some cases a varicocele might damage the testicle or decrease sperm production. In those cases, a doctor will probably recommend surgery.



What If the Doctor Finds a Varicocele?

Varicoceles are generally harmless, but if there is any pain and swelling the doctor may prescribe an anti-inflammatory medication to relieve it. If the varicocele is causing discomfort or aching, wearing snug underwear (like briefs) or a jock strap for support may bring relief. If pain is persistent and support doesn't help, the doctor may recommend a varicocelectomy (a surgical procedure to remove the varicocele).



A varicocelectomy is done by a urologist (pronounced: yoo-rah-luh-jist), a doctor who specializes in urinary and genital problems. The procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis (meaning there's no need for an overnight stay in hospital). The patient usually undergoes general or local anesthesia. To fix the problem, the doctor simply ties off the affected vein to redirect the flow of blood into other normal veins.



After surgery, the doctor probably will recommend that a guy wears a scrotal support and places an ice pack on the area to bring down any swelling. There may be discomfort in the testicle for a few weeks, but after that, any aches and pains will go away and everything should be back in full working order."
2008-12-11 20:35:12 UTC
Hey man, you should go to the doctor alone somehow, or just tell ur parents it's personal or something.



When u go to the doctor, tell the doctor when ur parents are out of the room, i dont think they can tell ur parents legally....



I have a lump on my nut and i can get it removed surgically, but chicks dont notice since it's under the sac anyways and honestly they dont know much about male anatomy 99% of the time.....



Girls are pretty accepting if you find the r ight ones...............



Find someone who cares about u and it wont be an issue
pmt853
2008-12-11 20:24:47 UTC
You're 19 and apparently at university. There seems no reason at all why you can't go to the doctor on your own. I had a lump on my scrotum, went to the doctor and ended up having a simple operation to remove it. It turned out to be a benign cancer so it's now al clear. Go for it.
richmicknremtp
2008-12-11 20:27:30 UTC
Why can't you go to a doctor alone? You need to see a urologist. that is you only Solution. You should not just live with it.
2008-12-11 21:16:09 UTC
Go see a doctor. It's a condition that's easy to fix.


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