A varicocele is enlargement of veins in the scrotum, somewhat like varicose veins, and it can be associated with pain or fertility concerns.
Many varicoceles cause no symptoms, but some people notice a dragging ache, scrotal heaviness, swelling, or concern about fertility.
Imaging helps confirm the enlarged veins, assess blood flow, and support decisions about whether treatment may help symptoms or fertility planning.
Ultrasound with Doppler helps confirm the dilated veins and assess blood flow changes.
Management may include observation, urology review, or procedures in selected patients depending on symptoms and fertility plans.
This entry explains the condition. The next step is having a radiologist interpret your specific scan, not a general definition.
