male

Question 1

On examination you note a nontender “bag of worms” mass in the left scrotum.

This patient’s condition is concerning for which one of the following reasons?

Answer 1

It may be contributing to his infertility.

Varicoceles appear and feel like a “bag of worms” on palpation and are usually located in the left scrotum. This condition is benign and does not require treatment.

However,
varicoceles can cause low sperm count and contribute to infertility