Patient's question:
It has been 10 days since the left varicocele surgery. The blood vessels in the left testicle still feel very thick. The right side is still finer than the left. It feels the same as before the surgery. The left testicle hangs much lower than the right. Is this normal?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, 10 days after varicocele surgery, it is possible that you have not fully recovered, and the symptoms mentioned above may be caused by local congestion and edema. Generally, it takes about three months for the edema to subside, after which you will basically recover completely. It is recommended that you have a light diet after surgery, avoiding spicy, greasy, and extremely cold, irritating foods. Do not smoke or drink beer. Rest and avoid overexertion, prolonged standing, or sitting. Avoid sexual fantasies to prevent congestion of the genital organs. Maintain local cleanliness and dryness. For patients with varicocele, timely treatment can reduce the risk of recurrence. If left untreated, it can affect your health condition. Therefore, patients should take medication promptly and avoid overexertion in daily life, paying attention to personal hygiene.