Can Varicocele Surgery Cause Erectile Dysfunction?

Posted on Sat, 16 Jul 2016

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Sat, 16 Jul 2016 Answered on

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Question : Hi Doctor,

My query is more specific to male related problem. I would appreciate if you redirect me to a specialist.

Thanks, XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Varicocelectomy doesn't cause ED.

Detailed Answer:
Vallaikum a salaam XXXXXXX and welcome to HCM.
As an Urologist,i can understand your anxiety.

Bilateral varicocelectomy and funiculitis,do not cause any ED( erectile dysfunction).

If you're worried about infertility, then do a semen analysis,as varicocele can contribute to infertility.

If penile injury is of concern to you, then do a penile Doppler scan.
You can send the report here,for an expert opinion.

Wish you well.
Dr. Matthew J. Mangat.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar