Varicose veins of the spermatic cord are referred to as varicocele. A varicocele is an abnormal enlargement of the pampiniform venous plexus in the scrotum. Men with varicocele can feel symptoms of pain or heaviness in their scrotum. An unusual manifestation of NCS includes varicocele formation and varicose veins in the lower limbs. The relationship between varicocele and infertility is unclear. Though often asymptomatic, about one in four people with varicocele have negatively affected fertility. An abnormal enlargement of the pampiniform plexus is a medical condition called varicocele. Often the greatest concern with respect to varicocele is its effect on male fertility. Right-sided and bilateral varicocele does also occur. The incidence of varicocele increase with age. Dr. Phillips recommended not removing the varicocele. Varicocele, is a condition of swollen testicle veins. Varicocele is sometimes discovered when investigating the cause of male infertility. Varicocele is another condition that is often associated with decreased normal forms (morphology).