An untreated varicocele—enlarged veins in the scrotum—is a progressive condition. Left unchecked, it can lead to impaired sperm production (a leading cause of male infertility), progressive testicular atrophy (shrinkage), and chronic scrotal pain. While not all varicoceles cause symptoms, monitoring is crucial. Emerging 2025 data confirms that timely intervention can preserve fertility and prevent long-term complications. For a full overview, […]
