I'm having this pain on the left side of my shaft, and its really bothering me. I went to a urologist, and they mentioned the pain might be just my fear, but I can still feel it. Also, Ive got this varicocele in my left testicle. Could the pain be related to that? I'm just trying to figure out what's going on here.

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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A varicocele often produces no signs or symptoms. Rarely, it may cause pain. The pain may: Vary from sharp to dull discomfort Increase with standing or physical exertion, especially over long periods Worsen over the course of a day Be relieved when you lie on your back

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Answered 04/07/2025

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