- male
- 30 Years
- 14/08/2025
I was diagnosed with grade 2 varicocele back in 2018 and have been using a supporter regularly since then. Some days I get slight pain in my scrotum, maybe once a month should I consider surgery or is there another way to manage this?
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Grade 2 varicocele can be managed conservatively unless pain or infertility occurs—then surgery is advised.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Urologist
Answered 14/08/2025
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