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Overview
According to estimates, about 25 to 37% of all men who have poor sperm quality also have a varicocele. But varicoceles don’t always affect fertility : Many men with varicoceles don't have fertility problems. more...
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One possible cause is a varicose vein in the scrotum, also known as a varicocele. Varicoceles are quite common. Read about the treatment options and which men can benefit from them. Varicoceles are quite common. more...
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Research summaries
(PantherMedia / Alexander Raths) Some experts think that varicoceles can affect fertility in men. If men with a palpable varicocele and poor sperm quality have treatment, the chances of their partner becoming pregnant could possibly improve. more...
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Glossary
Fertility is the ability to conceive a child (men and women) and carry the child to full term (women). A woman’s fertile phase of life usually begins when she has her first period (menarche) and ends after her last period (menopause). more...
