Can epididymitis and varicocele run?

Written by Wang Shuai

Urology

Updated on September 16, 2024

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Patients with epididymitis and varicocele are advised not to run. Since running is a vigorous exercise, it can easily aggravate epididymitis and worsen varicocele. Patients with epididymitis need to rest as much as possible, lie flat, and elevate the scrotum, which is beneficial for the local blood circulation of the epididymis. Engaging in vigorous exercise during a period of epididymitis can lead to significant testicular pain and swelling, which is not conducive to the recovery of the condition. Similarly, patients with varicocele should also minimize vigorous exercise.

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Written by Li Chang Yue

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Is inguinal lymph node enlargement related to varicocele?

The enlargement of the inguinal lymph nodes is not significantly related to varicocele. The enlargement of lymph nodes in the inguinal area is mostly due to bacterial or viral infections in the lower limbs or throughout the body, lymphomas, as well as malignancies in the abdominal or pelvic area. Varicocele, meanwhile, is mostly caused by high pressure in the spermatic veins or some physiological factors that lead to the twisting and dilation of these veins. The two conditions are not directly related, and their incidence rates also differ. Additionally, the enlarged lymph nodes can generally be differentiated from varicocele through color ultrasound, and the treatment methods are different. Most varicoceles are resolved surgically; whereas enlarged inguinal lymph nodes can be treated conservatively with oral medication.

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Does masturbation lead to varicocele?

Masturbation generally does not cause varicocele. Patients with varicocele may have abnormal venous valve function in the spermatic cord, leading to reflux of venous blood; or it may be caused by the renal vein being compressed when entering the abdominal aorta, resulting in poor blood drainage in the spermatic vein. When varicocele occurs, some patients may not exhibit noticeable symptoms and only discover the condition during a physical examination. However, other patients may experience significant symptoms, typically presenting as discomfort or a dragging sensation in the scrotum on the affected side, especially after long periods of walking or standing. The pain usually becomes more pronounced in these situations, but symptoms tend to alleviate when lying flat.

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Urology

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Varicocele is caused by what?

Common causes of varicocele include: 1. Abnormal venous valves: The venous valves in the spermatic vein help prevent the backflow of blood. If these valves are abnormal, it can lead to blood reflux, causing varicocele. 2. Higher incidence of varicocele on the left side: Varicoceles are more likely to occur on the left side because the left spermatic vein enters the left renal vein at a right angle. Moreover, the left renal vein is often compressed by the superior mesenteric artery and the abdominal aorta, leading to obstructed blood flow in the spermatic vein. 3. Other secondary pathological changes, such as retroperitoneal tumors, renal tumors compressing the veins in the spermatic cord, or tumor thrombus embolizing the renal vein, can also cause obstruction in the spermatic venous flow, leading to varicocele.

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Urology

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Varicocele is caused by how?

Varicoceles can be seen in primary diseases, but they may also be secondary to other pathological changes. Generally, the anatomical characteristics of the venous walls within the spermatic cord make it easy for blood in the spermatic veins to have reflux problems, thereby leading to varicoceles. This is mainly because there are venous valves to prevent backflow when the veins inside the spermatic cord drain into the renal vein. If these valves are not fully developed, it can easily cause backflow, leading to varicoceles. Moreover, varicoceles occur more frequently on the left side than on the right. The left spermatic vein generally enters the left renal vein at a right angle, which also facilitates the occurrence of varicoceles. Secondary varicoceles may be caused by retroperitoneal tumors or renal tumors compressing the spermatic vein, thus leading to obstruction in spermatic vein reflux.

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Urology

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How long does it take to recover after varicocelectomy?

Varicocele surgery generally takes about a month to recover. The surgery mainly involves high ligation of the spermatic vein, and nowadays, most treatments are conducted using minimally invasive surgery, thus allowing for a relatively quick recovery. Patients with varicocele, especially those who have obvious symptoms like discomfort and a dragging sensation in the scrotum on the affected side, particularly after standing for a long time, and those whose semen quality is abnormal, should undergo timely surgical treatment. Post-surgery, this is beneficial for the recovery of the quality of bodily fluids and also helps alleviate the patient's clinical symptoms. After the surgery, it is advisable for patients to rest more and avoid standing or walking for extended periods to aid in the faster healing of the wound.