The nurse caring for a client with a varicocele explains the side effects of this condition. With what disorder is this condition associated?
A) Thyroid disorder
B) Infertility
C) Undescended testicle
D) Epididymitis
B
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A varicocele is an abnormal dilatation of the testicular veins in the scrotum, causing a reflux of blood down to the scrotum when standing or straining. The scrotal temperature is higher than normal because of the blood pooling in the area. Heat impairs spermatogenesis and sperm storage, resulting in a low sperm count and infertility. Thyroid disorder may cause erectile dysfunction and an undescended testicle is a risk factor for testicular cancer. Epididymitis is inflammation of the epididymis. In adults younger than 40 years, Chlamydia trachomatis is often the causative organism, and the condition manifests as a burning sensation and/or penile discharge.
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