You’re doing everything right. Tracking ovulation, eating better, maybe even cutting back on the drinks and caffeine. But month after month, no positive pregnancy test. Then you hear a word you’ve probably never said out loud before: varicocele. And suddenly, you’re deep into Google searches wondering if this could be the reason for all the stress, the waiting, and the unanswered questions. If that sounds like your story, or your partner’s, you’re not alone. A varicocele is surprisingly common among men, especially those dealing with fertility challenges. It doesn’t get a lot of attention in everyday conversation, but it’s one of the leading causes of male infertility. So let’s unpack what it is, what it does, and whether fixing it could actually give your sperm a fighting chance.
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