Varicocele Treatment | Causes, Symptoms, Precautions and Risk Factors

Introduction: 

A varicocele is the enlargement of veins within the loose bag of skin that holds testiclaes which is also called the scrotum. A varicocele is just like varicose veins in the legs. Varicoceles are a major cause of reduced sperm production and decreased sperm quality and motility which may lead to male infertility. Although not all varicoceles affect sperm production, varicoceles can sometimes cause the testicles to shrink. 

Varicocele Symptoms :

A varicocele often produces no clear signs or symptoms. It might cause pain but in very rare cases. The pain may:

  • Change from sharp to dull discomfort
  • Increase with physical exertion or long time standing especially over long periods
  • Worsen over the course of a day
  • Be relieved when you lie on your back for a while
  • Cause impaired fertility

With time, varicoceles might enlarge and symptoms become clearer. A varicocele has been described as looking like a "bag of worms." The condition might cause a swollen or reddish testicle, almost always on the left side.

To effectively manage a varicocele requires two main things. First, a healthy lifestyle to prevent the varicocele from increasing more and second, it is necessary to get rid of free radicals and potential toxins that have accumulated and cause the valves and arteries to function improperly by blocking the blood flow and causing inflammation. 

Does a Varicocele Lead To Infertility?

The arterial and venous system brings and sends blood to and from the scrotum. This blood has to be free of any impurities and healthy to produce sperm. When the venous system fails to send the blood back due to a problem such as varicocele, there is more de-oxygenated blood in the testis. This can impact sperm production and quality negatively. Sperm count can decrease, eventually causing infertility in the long term. You can read about this in detail in this article. 

How And Why Does Varicocele Occur?

The veins send blood back to our hearts. Blood has to move upwards from the scrotal area to the heart. To make sure that the blood travels in the upward direction, the veins can only send blood one way. Modern lifestyle can cause a pH imbalance due to toxicity in the cell that accumulates in the blood. This altered pH and accumulated toxins can form destructive molecules that can damage cells in your body, called free radicals. The accumulation of free radicals and toxins around the veins and valves in the scrotum leads to poor functioning and causes an obstruction in regular blood flow. Blood can start to accumulate in the veins to cause inflammation or a varicocele.

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This can take up to months or even years for the veins to stop working properly and a varicocele to develop. This is mainly caused due to an improper lifestyle, which is why varicocele is considered a lifestyle disease.

How Is a Varicocele Detected? 

An ultrasound is performed to detect a varicocele. A sperm count analysis is also a good identification test in addition to the ultrasound for better judgment on how severe the disease is. There have been many reported cases where a varicocele is misunderstood as a hernia, epididymitis (inflammation of the tube in the testis) or a hydrocele (fluid collection in the scrotum causing inflammation). It is very important to get 100 percent accurate diagnosis.

Is Surgery Really The Answer To Varicocele? 

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According to modern sciences, varicocele treatment is only effective with a surgery. Modern science also indicates that varicoceles cannot truly be cured and has a recurrence rate of almost 35%. You can read the study here.

These are known as recurrent varicoceles. Note that a surgery does not ensure permanent relief and involves a recovery period of 4 to 5 weeks. On top of the varicocele, damage is done to the vas deferens which can cause a permanent reduction in sperm production. It is your decision whether surgery is right for you or not, especially after you are aware of the available non-surgical options.

Varicocele Treatment Without Surgery :

Grocare® Varicocele cure kit is a very effective Varicocele treatment since your body is healing from the inside and addressing the root cause. More than 7000 cases worldwide have been healed naturally so you can rely on us when you decide to start this medicine.

To manage varicocele naturally, you have to consider a few necessary points. Lifestyle, so the varicocele does not increase to cause any complications and eliminating free radicals that are causing veins obstruction and inflammation. 

Grocare® has a kit to address varicocele and its symptoms. The included supplements in this kit are Oronerv®, Acidim® and Activiz®.

Acidim®:

It is a product by Grocare® to help alter the pH around the vasculature so free radicals become weak. It also contains potent ingredients that help to fight any microbial activities that lead to any inflammation or infection.

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The main active ingredients in this are the following:

Ipomea terpathum: This plant tends to have laxative and cathartic properties. Therefore, used as a digestive aid in people who suffer with irritable bowel disease (IBD) and different hernias.

Eugenia cryophyllata: This is also known as clove and used as a condiment often especially in Asian countries. It possesses some essential oils such as eugenol, cryophyllene, kaempferol, tannins, flavonoids and vitamin A and C. These all are very effective antioxidants plus analgesics and used prevent and treat digestive health issues.

Cyperus rotundus: This plant also has antioxidant properties which give a protective effect to the abdominal lining to repair hernia and other stomach issues.

Emblica ribes: This is also known as false black pepper and has potent anti-bacterial, anti-flatulence and antiprotozoal activities. Therefore, it is included in this formula to treat digestive ailments such as gas, bloating, inflammation which may worsen the hernia symptoms. 

Activiz®:

It helps the body to get rid of toxins from the scrotal area with the help of strong antioxidants present in its ingredients. 

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Below are important herbs that are present in the formula. It is the unique combination and quantity that is more important for results than individual herbs.

Semecarpus anacardium: has powerful antioxidants, antiinflammatory, antimicrobial, CNS stimulant and hair growth promoter. It is recommended as a rejuvenating agent and is very helpful in the treatment of piles.

Pueraria tuberosa:
 
possesses anti-ageing properties. It also helps to rejuvenate the male reproductive organs and increases quality and quantity of sperms. This helps to increase sperm count and sperm motility. It is known to reduce dryness of body and ease the bowel movement.

Sesamum indicum:
 
It has laxative, emollient and demulcent properties. It is rich with antioxidant ingredients and has antibacterial and antifungal properties. In addition, it works as a mood stimulant and also has aphrodisiac action.

Asparagus racemosus:
 
It is known to possess excellent antioxidant activity. Apart from that it is also nutritive tonic, rejuvenating agent and aphrodisiac property. 

Oronerv®:

This formulation ensures that blood flow remains regular and controls inflammation plus pain because it contains potent anti-inflammatory agents that reduce the swelling and pain due to inflammation.

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The active ingredients in this are the following:

Commiphora mukul: It is known for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Therefore, it has been used in arthritic pains and can help in reversing the degenerative changes that occur in joints and bones. It can also help to regulate the thyroid gland hormones which regulate metabolism and corrects hormonal imbalances. It can also act as a blood purifier and increases blood circulation throughout the body.

Pluchea lanceolata: It possesses anti-inflammatory properties, which can alleviate muscle and joint pains. It can also work as a great antioxidant, this herb neutralizes free radicals in the body. It can also act as a Nervine Tonic.

Paederia foetida: It contains essential oils which has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties, which can help alleviate the pain associated with joint pain and rheumatism. It helps in increasing blood flow.

This kit help support the body to heal on its own. Once your varicocele is cured, you can stop taking the medicine because your body will have the strength it needs to prevent the disease from recurring.

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You should also have to follow a healthy lifestyle and make a few amendments in your routine for your body to prevent varicoceles in the future.

You can do this by following a comprehensive diet chart that contains the most important pointers for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Remember, it is not as much as what you eat, when you eat it and whether your body can digest it properly. You can consult a nutritionist to get more information about this. 

Lifestyle Factors Responsible For Varicocele:

There are many medications and supplements that will cure varicocele, so what is the best option for us? If you are here, you are looking for an alternative to varicocele surgery and embolization. So, is there anything that can help? The answer is yes, there are many other treatments for varicocele but none of them is a 100% cure, but neither is surgery. 

Varicocele is not a simple genetic disorder of defective vein valves. There are many risk factors for this disease, many of which are easily controllable. We call controllable risk factors "lifestyle amendments". There are lots of controllable varicocele risk factors and treating them will help cure the pain, improve fertility and testosterone, reduce swelling and prevent further varicocele progression. That is what a natural alternative treatment is all about! Learn more about varicocele natural treatment.

The Secret To Treating Varicocele Without Surgery :

Surgery is definitely not a sure cure for varicocele. Surgery is a more high risk procedure with minimal benefits. Many natural treatment programs have gotten good enough that you do not need to consider surgery as an ultimate option anymore.

A Few “Controllable” Risk Factors :

Here is a short list of the controllable risk factors of varicocele. 

  • Smoking Cigarettes
  • Drinking Alcohol
  • Some Beverages
  • Eating the Wrong Foods
  • Obesity
  • Postural Imbalances
  • Poor Bowel Health (E.g. Constipation)
  • Improper Underwear
  • Excessive Sitting
  • Wrong Exercise Type
  • Unhealthy Masturbation 

Does Smoking Cigarettes Cause Varicocele?

Yes, cigarette does contribute to both varicocele development and symptom severity. On estimation, about 30 to 35% of men who smoke develop varicocele (compared to 15% of normal population). Those who smoke also have a 5 times higher infertility rate than those who do not smoke at all and have more severe infertility symptoms.

This does not mean that if you do not smoke you cannot experience any varicocele symptoms. It just means that if you do smoke, you are more at risk to have varicocele and worse varicocele symptoms. 

How Is Varicocele Treated?

The decision to treat a varicocele depends on whether you are having symptoms and on whether you are trying to have children. Men who are not having symptoms usually do not need to be treated. For men who are having mild or occasional symptoms, the following steps may be enough to control the discomfort:

  • Wearing a jockstrap during exercise or prolonged standing.
  • Avoiding activity that causes the discomfort.
  • Applying ice to the scrotum and groin, and/or.
  • Taking the occasional over-the-counter pain reliever such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen.

If these non-invasive measures do not help relieve the varicocele symptoms, or if the man is worried about fertility, the varicocele can be treated with surgery or a procedure called an embolization. The goal of these treatments is to stop the flow of blood through the enlarged veins. 

Some Other Important Precautions:

  • Do not take hot baths or otherwise the pain and irritation will get worse.
  • Do not do any heavy lifting if you are experiencing any pain symptoms. For at least a week during treatment, you should avoid any physical exertion or standing for any extended period of time.
  • Do not go “all out” with exercise after getting better from treatment.
  • After one to two weeks after the removal of the symptoms, you will be able to resume sexual activity. Please avoid any sexual activity to save yourself from any complication or pain. 

About The Author:

Christina Sarich is a Nasik, India Yoga Vidya Dham trained yoga teacher and prolific health writer. Her work has been quoted by Jesse Ventura in American Conspiracies, and by PhDs like Jamie Marich, PhD, LPCC-S, in Dancing Mindfulness: A Creative Path to Healing and Transformation, Dr. Gregory A. Smith of the feature film American Addict fame, and tweeted by the likes of Russell Brand (the wonderfully goofy actor/comedian who talks about enlightenment all the time). Christina’s writings appear at the Cuyamugua Institute, as well as in Nexis and Weston A. Price magazines. She’s also ghost written books on curing cancer without chemo, brain hacking, habit formation, nutrition, yoga, positive psychology, brain entrainment with binaural beats, and meditation. Work under her own name has been featured at over 3,000 different alternative-health and consciousness-raising websites over the past decade including: The Sedona Journal, The Mind Unleashed, Collective Evolution, Natural Society, Healthy Holistic Living, Common Dreams, Higher Density, Transcend, Atlantis Rising Magazine, Permaculture News, Grain.org, GMOInside.org, Global Research, AgroLiving, GreenAmerica.org, Global Justice Ecology Project, EcoWatch, Montana Organic Association, The Westreich Foundation, Ascension Now, The Healers Journal, Doctor Maggie, Higher-Perspective, Shift Frequency, One Radio Network, David Icke, Transcend.org, Saviors of Earth, New Earth, Food Revolution, Oases Network, Activist Post, InfoWars, Truth Theory, Waking Times, New Agora, Healers of the Light, Food Revolution, and many more.

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She is a registered Doctor and have a bachelors degree in Ayurveda (B.A.M.S.) from Bharatiya Vidyapeeth College of Pharmacy. She has been seeing patients since passing out of college and have seen over thousands of patients in just 2 years of practice. She is extremely passionate about Ayurveda and the possibilities it offers. There is very little information on this science on the internet and she hopes her insight will offer a new perspective on this.