u/Appropriate_Crab1786

Hi my varicocele-friends!

I have a varicocele and got diagnosed with it since a few months back. I’ve noticed that I seem to get “blue balls” pretty easily, sometimes even after only very mild sexual arousal without ejaculation.

For example, recently I had some morning wood and felt only slightly aroused for a short moment later in the day, and not long after that I developed a dull aching sensation in my testicles. It went away after a few hours, but it made me wonder if my varicocele could be making me more prone to this.

Has anyone else with a varicocele experienced this?

If so:

• Do you feel like you get blue balls more easily than before?
• Is there anything that helps prevent it?
• Has treating your varicocele improved this issue?

Thanks in advance!