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Varicocele
A varicocele is an abnormally enlarged and twisted (varicose) vein in the spermatic cord that connects to the testicle. Varicoceles are found in about 15% of all men and in about 40% of infertile men, although it is not clear how much they affect fertility or by what mechanisms. They can raise testicular temperature, which may have effects on sperm production, movement, and shape.
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Testes
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The testes are two egg-shaped male reproductive organs located in the scrotum. They produce sperm and the male hormone, testosterone.Related... Read more »
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