Patient's question:
Is nocturnal emission considered part of sexual activity or abstinence? I had left varicocelectomy high ligation surgery 28 days ago, and I have severe grade 3 varicocele. My penis often gets erect on its own, causing congestion. Does this significantly affect postoperative recovery? What about nocturnal emission and congestion/erection? How long should I abstain?Doctor's answer:
Problem Analysis: 28 days after varicocelectomy, penile erection and nocturnal emissions have little impact on postoperative recovery, and nocturnal emissions do not constitute sexual activity.Advice: After high ligation of the spermatic vein, the wound generally heals completely within about 1 month. Therefore, abstinence for 1 month is sufficient.