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Mucus is a normal slippery secretion produced by mucous membranes in the body. It is produced by membranes of the nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory tract and also digestive tract, urinary system, genitals, eyes and ears. Some amount of mucus produced naturally in the nose and throat is important as it functions to trap germs (like bacteria, viruses, dust, dirt) and prevents their entry into the lungs. But in case of some infection or allergy, mucus production tends to increase, it gets thick and also changes in color.

In case of infection, white blood cells are produced in excess and move to the airways to fight infection. The neutrophils present in white blood cells give the mucus yellow or green color. Yellow mucus in the nose, throat and lungs can be caused due to various reasons. Some of the main reasons include common cold, sinusitis, bronchitis, pneumonia. The mucus (phlegm) expelled via coughing is called sputum. Depending on the cause behind yellow mucus several other symptoms can attend. These include sneezing, nasal blockage, PND (post nasal drip means dripping of mucus from back of the nose into the throat), headache, cough, difficult breathing, chest pain, fever and fatigue.

Homeopathic Treatment For Yellow Mucus

Homeopathy is of great help in managing cases of yellow mucus in the nose, throat and lungs. Homeopathic medicines work naturally in reducing mucus discharge by targeting the root cause behind it. Homeopathic medicines also manage the attending symptoms like nasal blockage, cough, sneezing, and headache quite effectively wherever present. The most suitable homeopathic medicine is selected individually for every case after detailed case analysis. Homeopathic medicines are safe and effective for persons of all age groups with zero side effects.

Top Homeopathic Medicines For Relieving Yellow Mucus 

1. Pulsatilla – Top Most Medicine

Pulsatilla is the leading homeopathic medicine to manage yellow discharge from nose, throat and lungs. It can be used when one is suffering from cold with thick yellow discharge from the nose. The discharge may have a fetid smell. The discharge is prominent in the morning and while a person is indoors. It gets better in the open. In the evening, blockage of the nose may be present. There may be loss of smell and taste as well in cases needing it. There may be sneezing, itching in the nose may be felt in the evening. Pulsatilla is also considered in cases of cough with thick yellow lumpy expectoration. It may have a bitter taste and gets worse in the morning.

 

2. Kali Bichrome – For Thick, Yellow, Sticky, Ropy Discharge

Kali Bichrome is the best medicine for cases of thick, yellow, sticky and ropy discharges. It is very effective for treating cold and sinusitis with this type of nasal discharge. Along with this, pressure or pain at the root of the nose is well marked. Nasal blockage can attend with difficulty breathing through the nose. An offensive smell may be felt in the nose from retained nasal secretions. Excessive sneezing in the morning can occur. This medicine is also most prominent to deal with yellow ropy post-nasal discharge. This medicine is the next best medicine for cough with yellow and sticky mucus expectoration. It comes out in long strings like a thread.

3. Hepar Sulph – For Rattling Cough With Yellow Expectoration

This medicine is helpful when there is rattling cough with yellow expectoration. The sputum expectorated is thick, yellow and sticky. It smells bad. Cough gets worse from exposure to cold air. There is wheezing in the chest. Hepar Sulph Next also benefits in cases of yellow nasal discharge. Yellow sticky discharge comes out from one nostril. There is blockage of nose when a person is out in cold air along with sneezing. Pain at the root of the nose is quite prominent. Heat and burning in the nose may also be felt.

4. Hydrastis – For thick yellow discharges

Hydrastis is recommended for cases of thick yellow discharges. The discharge occurs from nose and is sticky in nature. Burning and smarting in the nose is felt. Sneezing also occurs along with pressure above the eyes. Nose feels stuffed up. Pain may be felt in the front of the head. It is also an important medicine for thick yellow post-nasal discharge. Hydrastis also works well for loose cough with thick, yellow expectoration.

5. Calcarea Carb – For Yellow Discharge With Nasal Blockage

It is a suitable medicine for yellow nasal discharge with nasal blockage. There is great difficulty in breathing through the nose. Blockage gets worse at night time. There is alteration between yellow nasal discharge and nasal dryness. There is loss of smell. The root of the nose may be swollen. There is a tendency to catch cold whenever there is change of weather. Besides, it is also useful in case of thick yellow expectoration which is sour in taste and stinks badly. The expectoration occurs during the day only.

6. Silicea – For Thick, Yellow Offensive Mucus Discharge

It is a highly important medicine for managing cases of thick, yellow offensive mucus discharge. The discharge is mostly prominent in the morning. In cases needing it, sinusitis may be present with mainly frontal sinus involvement. In the morning, there is sneezing with drawing pain at the root of the nose. Nasal blockage may be present. Silicea is well indicated for excessive cough with thick, yellow expectoration especially while lying down. Silicea is also given in cases of hawking of yellow offensive mucus from the throat in the form of balls.

7. Lycopodium – For Thick, Yellow Discharge

This medicine is highly valuable for thick yellow discharge. In cases requiring it, along with discharge there is swelling of the nose. Besides, pain in the forehead is quite marked along with blockage of nose. It is significant medicine for cases of cough with thick, yellowish green expectoration. It has a salty taste. It also has a very offensive smell. The mucus may be blood streaked in some cases.

8. Calcarea Sulph – For Yellow Pus Like Discharge Tinged With Blood

This medicine is frequently indicated for managing yellow pus like discharge tinged with blood. The discharge occurs from the nose and may be one from one side of the nose only. Sneezing may attend it. Such discharge may also occur as post nasal discharge (PND). It is also indicated for thick lumpy yellow expectoration streaked with blood.

9. Kali Sulph – For Yellow Sticky Discharge

For yellow sticky discharges, this medicine can be used. It may alternate with watery discharge. Nose feels obstructed. Kali Sulph is also considered when there is cough with difficult expectoration of yellow mucus.

What causes yellow mucus?

1. Common cold: It is a viral infection of the nose and throat. It can arise from various viruses among which the most common is rhinoviruses. It causes nasal discharge and other symptoms including sneezing, stuffy nose, sore throat, PND and cough. Additionally, headache, fatigue, body aches and fever can also occur.

2. Sinusitis: It refers to inflammation of paranasal sinuses i.e. air-filled cavities inside the skull bone. It causes nasal discharge, PND, headache, pain in head or face, stuffy nose, and ear fullness.

3. Bronchitis: It refers to inflamed bronchial tubes that carry air to and from lungs. It leads to cough with mucus production, breathing difficulty, fever, chest pain, wheezing from chest and weakness.

4. Pneumonia: Inflammation of air sacs of lungs from an infection is termed as pneumonia. It causes productive cough (means along with mucus production), chest pain on taking deep breath, shortness of breath, fever and chills.

5. Tuberculosis: It is an infection of the lungs caused by bacteria mycobacterium tuberculosis. The symptoms include cough with phlegm, fever, night sweats, breathing difficulty, chest pain, appetite loss, weight loss and fatigue.

6. Bronchiectasis: It is one of the types of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in which there occurs damage and widening of the bronchi. Symptoms include cough with excessive amount of offensive expectoration, chest pain, wheezing, weight loss and fatigue.

 

 

Piles refers to swollen, dilated, inflamed veins around the anus and/or in the lower rectum. In many women, piles tend to appear for the very first time during pregnancy or after delivery. It is quite a common problem and it has been estimated that around 40 per cent of pregnant women, and women after childbirth tend to develop piles. When piles develop after delivery, it is known as postpartum hemorrhoids. Its signs and symptoms include swelling or lump around the anus, pain with passing of stool and/or after stool, anal burning, rectal bleeding and anal itching. Having piles during pregnancy increases risk of postpartum (period after delivery) hemorrhoids.

Why Homeopathic Treatment Of Piles?

Homeopathy offers a natural and effective treatment of piles after delivery. Homeopathic medicines are prepared from natural substances so have zero side-effects. They help in reducing swelling and inflammation of veins and improve blood flow. Besides, they also bring relief in symptoms like pain, burning, itching and bleeding of piles. Constipation (which is the main predisposing factor for piles) is also treated well with these medicines. Though it is safe to use homeopathic medicines, it is advised to consult a homeopathic physician prior to taking any homeopathic medicine for treating piles after delivery. Homeopathic medicines for treating piles after delivery are recommended based on individual symptoms in each and every case.

Top Homeopathic Medicines For Piles In Women

1. Sepia – Top Grade Medicine

Sepia is the leading medicine to manage numerous health concerns in females and one among them is piles after delivery. It is helpful almost in treating every case of piles after delivery. It can be used when there is swelling at anus along with marked pain. Pain is worse when passing stool. A stitching pain from the anus to rectum is felt. Anus is sore to touch.  Secondly, it can be given for managing burning sensation at the anus. Next, it can be used for piles that protrude out while passing stool. It can also handle cases with marked itching in anus and rectum. It can also treat marked constipation with large and hard stool. There is lack of urge to pass stool for many days together in cases that would require this medicine.

2. Nux Vomica – With Constipation And Ineffectual Urge To Pass Stool

Nux Vomica is the most important medicine for piles in which a person has constipation with an ineffectual urge to pass stool. It is recommended for women who have a constant urge to pass stool. Each time they go to pass stool, only little is evacuated at a time and there is a feeling of dissatisfaction and it feels as if some more feces will be passed. They suffer from piles attended with marked pain and burning sensation. They also complain of itching at the anus.

3. Aesculus – For Painful Piles

Aesculus is the most beneficial medicine to relieve pain from piles. It is used when piles pain is felt during or after stool. Pain is sharp shooting in nature. The pain can even be felt for many hours after passing stool. A sensation of multiple small pricking sticks in the rectum is present which is a characteristic feature for recommending Aesculus.

4. Kali Carb – With Intense Burning

This medicine is recommended when there is intense burning sensation due to piles. It may feel as if the piles are burning like fire. Cold water application temporarily gives relief. It is also helpful in managing inflamed piles that are very sensitive to touch. In cases needing it, the piles are large and are attended with stinging, tearing, pinching, or needle-like stitching pain. Itching is felt in the anus. Kali Carb is also useful for treating bleeding piles.

5. Hamamelis – To manage bleeding

Hamamelis is very effective in controlling bleeding from piles. The bleeding may be slight or profuse in cases needing it. The bleeding is attended with weakness. Burning sensation and soreness around anus is felt.

6. Pulsatilla – For Non-Bleeding Piles

Pulsatilla works magnificently in cases of non – bleeding piles (means blind piles). In cases needing it, there is burning or cutting pain in the rectum when passing stool. Stitching pain may be felt at times. Protrusion of internal piles may be noted. Itching is felt, especially on lying down and in the evening.

7. Aloe – For Piles That Bulge Out Of Anus (Protruding Piles)

Aloe is highly suitable to treat protruding piles. In cases needing Aloe, the piles at anus look like a bunch of bluish-colored grapes. The piles are painful, sore and tender. Cold water application over piles gives relief.

8. Ignatia – With Sharp Stitching Pain

Ignatia works wonderfully in cases where sharp stitching pain in anus and rectum is felt. Pain occurs even if the stool is soft, pain gets worse while standing or sitting. Sometimes slight anal bleeding can occur.

9. Lilium Tigrinum – For Painful Sore Piles

Lilium Tigrinum is indicated for painful, sore piles. Piles are highly sore to touch. These are itchy too. Besides, there is severe constipation. When bearing down while passing stool, it feels as if all the pelvic organs would protrude through the vagina.

10. Muriatic Acid – When Piles Are Painful To Touch

Like the above medicines, this medicine also suits a person well when piles are highly sensitive and painful to touch. Even the slightest touch of the hemorrhoids is not bearable. The piles look bluish or dark purple. Stitching pain is felt along with sensitivity. Heat application offers relief.

11. Sulphur – For Burning And Pain In Piles

Sulphur is well-indicated for piles with marked burning and pain at the anus. In cases needing Sulphur, the piles are very large. Stitching or shooting type of pain occurs in piles. During and after passing stool, burning occurs in the piles. Bleeding from piles may also arise. A pressing sensation in rectum can also be felt.

12. Collinsonia – With Constipation With Dry, Hard Stool

Use of Collinsonia is considered when there are piles along with constipation with dry and hard stool. It can be given for bleeding or non-bleeding piles, external piles (located on the skin around the anus that can be seen or felt from the outside) or protruding piles (internal piles that protrude out of anus). The piles are painful. The sensation of sand or sticks in rectum can be quite prominent.

13. Podophyllum – For Piles With Rectal Prolapse

This medicine is valuable to handle cases where piles are accompanied by prolapse of rectum (slipping out of the lower part of rectum out from anus). The piles can be bleeding or non-bleeding. The anus is swollen, sore and sensitive to touch.  Prolapse of rectum occurs while passing stool.

What Causes Piles During Pregnancy And After Childbirth?

If we talk of piles during pregnancy, usually piles occur during the third trimester (last three months of pregnancy). During pregnancy, extra pressure is exerted on the abdomen and the pelvic area from the growing baby. As a result, circulation of blood to the pelvic area is affected resulting in pooling of blood in the veins. Secondly, increased progesterone levels cause relaxation of walls of the veins predisposing them to get swollen. Additionally, constipation (which is one of the major reason behind piles) is a common problem faced by many women during pregnancy due to hormonal changes (which slows down movement of food through the gastric tract), pressure put by the growing baby on the intestines of the mother, intake of iron and calcium supplements that can also contribute to piles during pregnancy. Intense straining and prolonged pushing during labor pains also contribute to piles after childbirth. Piles are common especially after vaginal delivery, however it can still arise after a C-section. An instrumental delivery (like forceps delivery in which a doctor uses a tool to grasp the head of the baby to get the baby out of the birth canal) also increases risk of piles.

 

 

 

Varicocele refers to an abnormal enlargement of veins (pampiniform plexus) in the scrotum (a sac that holds the testicles). Varicocele may lead to discomfort but mostly it causes no symptoms. It is a very common problem and around 10 to 15 out of 100 males are found to suffer from this problem. Though not a life threatening problem, it can lead to low sperm count and male infertility. 

Homeopathic Treatment Of Varicocele

Homeopathy is very effective in mild to moderate cases of Varicocele and prevents surgery in most cases. The medicines act at the root of problem to bring excellent results. They stimulate the self-healing mechanism of the body to aid natural cure. As the healing system of the body is strengthened, the disease is completely eradicated. The homeopathic medicines improve blood flow in veins and provide relief in pain and swelling of scrotum.

Homeopathic medicines for Varicocele

The most widely recommended homeopathic medicines for Varicocele are Hamamelis, Calcarea Fluor, Pulsatilla and Arnica.

1. Hamamelis

One of the top grade medicines for Varicocele is Hamamelis.  This medicine works effectively to improve blood circulation in veins and reduce blood pooling. The person needing it experiences pain and swelling in scrotum. Varicocele with enlarged testicles or testicles that are hot and painful when touched is treated well with Hamamelis. Drawing pain in scrotum is marked. Hamamelis is also one of the most well-indicated medicines for Varicocele with severe inflammation of testicles (orchitis) and markedly palpable veins.

2. Calcarea Fluor

This is another highly recommended natural medicine in homeopathy to manage several complaints where blood circulation is not proper in veins and there is congestion of blood in veins. This medicine ensure good blood flow in veins and improves swelling and pain in scrotum.

3. Pulsatilla

Pulsatilla is one of the most outstanding medicines for Varicocele in cases where pain occurs in scrotum. Pain can be aching, tearing or lacerating in nature. Walking increases the problem. The person complains of soreness in the testes. Burning sensation may also occur in scrotum.

4. Arnica

In case of a swollen scrotum especially after injury, Arnica is considered one of the outstanding medicines for Varicocele. Pain and soreness, tenderness in scrotum are usually indicated in cases where Arnica will work best. Pain may extend from scrotum to abdomen. Pain is usually shooting type.

5. Nux Vomica

Nux Vomica is one of the leading medicines for Varicocele with drawing, constricting or sharp pain in the testicles. Pain gets worse while walking or standing, while relief occurs by sitting. There is heat in the scrotum and sensitivity to touch.

6. Ruta

Ruta is another homeopathic remedy of great benefit in Varicocele cases.  If Varicocele arise from over-straining of veins in scrotum like from weight lifting, some sort of exercises, then Ruta is the ace medicine.

7. Aesculus

This is another homeopathic medicine whose function is to ensure proper blood flow in veins. Its use is recommended when there is shooting pain in right testicle. Its use is also advised for drawing pain in testicle on either side.

Homeopathic medicines for low sperm count

To deal with low sperm count which can occur in people suffering from Varicocele, the two most important homeopathic medicines are Radium Bromatum and X-ray. It is advised to consult a physician to take these medicines who will properly guide you regarding potency and repetition of medicines.

What Are The Signs And Symptoms Of Varicocele?

Varicocele may not lead to any symptoms in many cases. However, some signs and symptoms may indicate Varicocele:

1. A lump in scrotum/swelling in the scrotum: In most cases of Varicocele, a lump or swelling is present in the scrotum. In case of small Varicocele, lump may be felt but may not be seen. In large Varicocele, the enlarged and twisted veins in scrotum are visible looking like a bag of worms.

2. Side: Varicocele mostly is one-sided. Either side can be involved, however, chances of left-sided Varicocele remain higher. Varicocle is 80-90 per cent times common in left testicle. In rare cases, both sides can be involved.

3. Pain: Varicocele is usually painless but in a few cases, might also cause pain. The pain in the scrotum is usually dull, throbbing-like but rarely sharp in nature. Increased temperature in testicles, increased pressure in scrotal veins and stretching of nerve fibers in the spermatic cord from dilated veins may be a contributing factor in causing pain. The pain may worsen as the day progresses, while standing or after physical exertion. Pain may get better by lying on the back. The testicles may feel heavy as well.

4. Size: The affected testicle may look smaller than the other.

5. Growth of left testicle at low pace during puberty.

6. Varicocele may lead to decreased sperm production, reduced sperm motility and quality of sperm might reduce too. Shape of the sperms may become abnormal. Infertility may also arise in some cases. Lastly it can cause atrophy/shrinkage of size of the testicles.

What are the causes behind Varicocele?

1. There are two testicular arteries that supply oxygenated blood to testicles and two testicular veins which carry deoxygenated blood from testicles to heart. There is a network of small veins called pampiniform plexus in the scrotum (which holds the testes) that carries deoxygenated blood from testicle to testicular vein. The reason behind Varicocele is not clear yet. However, it is thought to arise from pooling of the blood in the veins of pampiniform plexus. This happens when the valves inside the veins of spermatic cord, that allows one-way blood flow, do not work the right way as they should. It prevents blood from flowing properly in needed direction resulting in the back (reverse) flow of blood causing the veins with in scrotum to widen and enlarge resulting in Varicocele.

Spermatic cord is a tube that hangs testes in scrotum and contains testicular artery, lymphatic vessels, pampiniform plexus, nerves and vas deferens which carry sperms from testes to penis).

2. Deep vein thrombosis (a blood clot in one of the deep veins of body usually in legs), thrombosis (blood clot within blood vessel) of pampiniform plexus are some of the rare causes of Varicocele.

3. It usually affects males between 15-25 age group.

4. Tobacco smoking may increase risk of Varicocele.

Classification

Based on size and clinical examination these are classified as follows:

1. Large varicoceles: These can be easily detected by simple inspection (looking over) and appear like bag of worms.

2. Medium varicoceles: These are the ones that are detected by palpation with fingers even without any bearing down by patient.

3. Small varicoceles: These varicoceles can only be detected during strong bearing down (valsalva).

Another classification is as follows:

1. Pressure type Varicocele: In this spermatic vein fills with blood resulting in grade I Varicocele.

2. Shunt type Varicocele: In this intense build-up of blood damages spermatic vein and also other veins causing larger varicocele including grade II and III.

Grading system of size of Varicocele

Grade 0 – When varicocele is not detected physically and can only be seen on conducting an ultrasound of scrotum

Grade I – When varicocele is felt only on palpation (checking with fingers) during valsalva maneuver when standing

Grade II – when varicocele is palpable when standing even without valsalva maneuver but not visible

Grade III – When it cause visible scrotal deformity i.e. varicocele is visible through scrotal skin

Grading as per colour Doppler, given by Sarteschi, is as follows:

Grade I – In this reflux occur at groin level during valsalva. There is no testicular enlargement.  Deformity of scrotum is absent.

Grade II – Reflux occurs at the level of proximal part of pampiniform plexus only during valsalva. There is no testicular enlargement or deformity of scrotum.

Grade III – In this grade, reflux occurs in distal vessels at level of lower scrotum during valsalva. There is absence of testicular enlargement or scrotal deformity.

Grade IV – There occurs spontaneous reverse blood flow increasing during valsalva and in addition to this, scrotal deformity and testicular hypertrophy (enlargement) may also be there.

Grade V – There occurs reflux in dilated pampiniform plexus at rest that increases during valsalva and is always attended with testicular enlargement.

Complications

1. Impaired sperm production: A certain body temperature is required in testes for normal good quality sperm production, maturation and function. The heat in scrotum is approx. 5degree less than that of the belly. The pampiniform plexus works to cool down blood in testicular artery prior its entry to testicle. If there occur enlargement of veins in pampiniform plexus its normal functionality drops resulting in overheating in testes that affects normal production of sperms. When microscopic semen examination is done in case of Varicocele, stress pattern is seen. The sperm count becomes low, the sperms show poor motility and there is increase in number of abnormal sperms.

2. 4 out of 10 males having Varicocele face infertility.

3. Low testosterone production by Leydig cells in testes

4. In boys, varicocele may slow testicle growth during puberty

5. Atrophy of testes

What other conditions needs to be ruled out when making diagnosis of varicocele (differential diagnosis)?

1. Hydrocele: Swollen scrotum from collection of excessive fluid in the sheath (tunica vaginalis) surrounding a testicle.

2. Epididymitis: Inflamed epididymis (a coiled tube at the back of testicle that stores sperms while they mature and carries sperms from the testes to the vas deferens).

3. Spermatocele: cyst developing inside the scrotum

4. Trauma

5. Testicular and paratesticular tumour

6. Testicular torsion: An emergency condition in which spermatic cord that carries blood to testes rotates and twists

7. Inguinal hernia: Bulging of the contents of the abdomen through a weak spot in lower abdominal wall

Diagnosis and Investigations

1. Physical examination: A physician can make a clinical diagnosis by visually checking scrotum and by palpation (checking with fingers and hands of scrotum). In many cases, Varicocele cannot be seen or felt in lying down position. So the doctor may also examine scrotum in standing position.

He may ask you to stand up, take a deep breath in standing position and to hold the breath and bear down to do the scrotal examination and check for any enlarged veins in it. It is called as Valsalva maneuver.

2. Scrotal Doppler ultrasound: Doctor may recommend doppler ultrasound of scrotum to confirm diagnosis and rule out any other cause of the symptoms.

Veins of pampiniform plexus wider than 3mm with blood flow in the wrong direction during valsalva maneuver is indicative of Varicocele. If it is Varicocele, grading will also be done with its help. Ultrasound also checks the size of testicles.

3. In case of Varicocele on the right side, it is important to rule out any mass or tumour in abdomen that may be the cause. There is a possibility of renal cell carcinoma in case of isolated right-sided Varicocele. It could be occurring from vena cava obstruction from right renal cancer vein tumour thrombus. If suspected CT scan is recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does homeopathy provide permanent cure for Varicocele?

Homeopathy provide an effective treatment for Varicocele cases and also promises great cure. Though homeopathy can cure Varicocele but results vary based on multiple factors like the grade of Varicocele, duration of complaint, intensity of symptoms, presence of any complications and an individual’s response to homeopathic medicine.  There are chances of cure in low grade Varicocele cases while in high grades, only symptomatic help can be given with homeopathic medicines.

Can homeopathy help in relieving all grades of Varicocele?

Homeopathy is beneficial in treating all grades of Varicocele. Grade one and two show excellent results and can even be cured. In rest of the grades from III to V, homeopathic medicines have a limitation to cure it but symptomatic management is possible.

I have grade II Varicocele on left side, can homeopathy help?

Yes, homeopathic medicines can really be helpful in treating grade II Varicocele. It will help reduce swelling and any associated symptoms.

I have grade II Varicocele and low sperm count, can homeopathy treat it?

Yes, in homeopathy there are some very effective medicines to treat grade II Varicocele as well as low sperm count. Homeopathy can help to treat both these conditions though results vary from individual to individual.

My doctor suggested surgery for Varicocele which I want to avoid, can I be benefitted with homeopathic medicines?

If you are looking for an alternative treatment method for your Varicocele complaint, you can definitely try homeopathy for your case. Homeopathic medicines are very natural, safe without any side effects in such cases. A detailed case discussion is required to assess grade of Varicocele and associated signs and symptoms along with its intensity before any prescription. Depending on the grade of Varicocele, you may get relief in signs and symptoms, but if we talk of cure then it is possible only in early grades.

Which is the best homeopathic medicine for treating Varicocele?

Though there are numerous medicines in homeopathy for Varicocele treatment, among these Hamamelis, Calcarea Fluor and Pulsatilla lead the chart.

Which homeopathic medicine can be used for relieving pain?

Some commonly used homeopathic medicines for managing pain from Varicocele in general are Clematis, Hamamelis, Nux Vomica, Arnica, etc. but in depth case study is required to finalise best suitable homeopathic medicine in every individual case.

I have infertility issue along with Varicocele, which homeopathic medicine can I take?

There is no specific medicine in homeopathy that can help in all cases of infertility. The best medicine for every given case of infertility has to be ruled after detailed case analysis.

Can you suggest medicines for my erectile dysfunction complaint associated with Varicocele?

For erectile dysfunction treatment, there are number of homeopathic medicines. Some most commonly recommended medicines among these are Agnus Castus, Caladium, Lycopodium, Damiana as per symptom basis. Kindly consult a physician for right potency, dose and repetition for using any of these medicines

I have testicular atrophy from Varicocele, can homeopathy help to treat it?

Homeopathic medicines though cannot reverse the atrophy of testes that has already occurred, but these can be tried to prevent further worsening of the problem.

I have undergone three surgeries for my recurrent varicocele, but still have swelling and pain, can homeopathy be useful?

Yes, homeopathy has proven successful in treating recurrent varicocele as homeopathic medicines target the root cause behind it and improve blood flow in veins.

I have swelling and lump in my scrotum, am I suffering from Varicocele?

Though having a swelling and lump in scrotum might be indicative of Varicocele, as it is one of the reasons behind it, but just on this basis, it cannot be confirmed as Varicocele. Other possible reasons could be hydrocele, spermatocele, epididymitis, tumour, so a proper case study and investigations (mainly ultrasound of scrotum) is required to reach a proper diagnosis.

Why is Varicocele more common on left side?

The reason could be the different path followed by both internal spermatic veins. The right internal spermatic vein terminates directly in inferior vena cava having low pressure while the left-sided internal spermatic vein connects with left renal vein with comparatively high pressure. Additionally, the particular angle at the junction of the left internal spermatic vein and left renal vein contribute to high chances of left-sided Varicocele.

Do I need to undergo any investigation to diagnose Varicocele?

Yes, for confirmatory diagnosis of varicocele, a doppler ultrasound of scrotum is required.

Does Varicocele go away on its own without treatment?

Once Varicocele occurs, it does not go away onits own. It is always advised to seek medical treatment in such cases.

Is Varicocele dangerous?

Though it is not dangerous or life threatening, it can result in certain complications like low sperm count and infertility.

I have been diagnosed with Varicocele grade II, I have no related pain, Do I need to get it treated?

I would advise you to take proper treatment for this even if it is painless to halt further progression of its grade and avoid any complications related to Varicocele, like low sperm count, infertility, low testosterone levels, erectile dysfunction.

Can my erectile dysfunction be related to my varicocele issue?

Yes it could be. There is a link between Varicocele and erectile dysfunction. Varicocele can lead to low production of testosterone which is the main primary male hormone. Low testosterone levels may contribute to erection issues.

Does Varicocele lead to low sperm count?

Yes, Varicocele can lead to low sperm count but it does not occur in each and every case of Varicocele.

I have been suffering from Varicocele for the last six months, will it cause infertility?

Varicocele no doubt can lead to infertility, but having Varicocele does not always mean that infertility will occur. Approximately around 10%to 20% men suffering from Varicocele face infertility and it is difficult to predict, who among all having Varicocele will face this problem. Low sperm count, reduced quality of sperms and abnormal sperms related to Varicocele are the main reasons behind infertility.

Can Varicocele by cured by exercise?

Exercise can not cure Varicocele, rather it can worsen the pain and swelling of scrotum. Yoga (under initial supervision of an expert) may be helpful in improving blood circulation and may improve symptoms.

Does gymming worsen Varicocele?

Yes, gymming can make Varicocele worse as it tends to put excessive strain on blood vessels and can cause more harm to the veins. It also causes significant increase in pain.

Can I lift heavy weights if I am suffering from Varicocele?

No you should avoid lifting heavy weights if suffering from Varicocele because it increases pressure on the veins and makes the condition worse.

Does Varicocele recur after surgery?

Yes, Varicocele can recur after surgery. In around 45 per cent of the surgically treated cases, Varicocele tends to recur depending on the surgical method adopted.