Varicocele & Pregnancy Planning
Varicocele & Pregnancy Planning – Improving Fertility Outcomes
Varicocele is one of the most common treatable causes of male infertility. If you are planning pregnancy and have been diagnosed with varicocele, timely treatment can significantly improve your chances of conception.
At VaricoceleBangalore.in, couples receive structured fertility-focused care under Dr. Adarsh M Patil in Bangalore.
Varicocele causes:
- Increased testicular temperature
- Poor oxygenation of sperm
- DNA damage in sperm
These factors reduce natural conception chances.
How Varicocele Affects Pregnancy
Treatment is recommended when:
- Semen analysis is abnormal
- Pregnancy has not occurred after 1 year
- Female partner’s evaluation is normal
- Varicocele is clinically significant
When Should Varicocele Be Treated?
Varicocele Embolisation
- No surgery
- Faster recovery
- Ideal for working professionals
Microsurgical Varicocelectomy
- Highest sperm improvement rates
- Low recurrence
- Preferred for fertility optimization
Best Varicocele Treatments for Fertility
- 3 months: Early sperm improvement
- 6 months: Significant changes
- 9–12 months: Peak fertility benefit
Natural conception or assisted methods may be planned accordingly.
Timeline for Fertility Improvement
Treating varicocele before IVF or IUI:
- Improves sperm quality
- Reduces need for repeated cycles
- Enhances success rates
Varicocele & IVF / IUI
- Avoid smoking & alcohol
- Follow fertility-friendly diet
- Reduce heat exposure
- Manage stress
Lifestyle Advice During Pregnancy Planning
Couple-Centered Fertility Care in Bangalore
Both partners are guided with realistic timelines and expectations.
- Advanced fertility-oriented varicocele treatment in Bangalore, India.