uptempo
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oh by all means im not saying taking herbs or a warm bath will fix it...i was being sarcastic in how he said it doesnt require surgery actually ...but that part with excessive masturbation does seem convincing.
VARICOCELE...can it effect testosterone?
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oh by all means im not saying taking herbs or a warm bath will fix it...i was being sarcastic in how he said it doesnt require surgery actually ...but that part with excessive masturbation does seem convincing.
Airgutter87
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Not to sound like a **** but...
ANYONE CRYING ABOUT YOUR VARICOCELE AND THINKING OF ATTEMPTING SUICIDE IS ****ING DUMB
I have a STAGE 3 SEVERE CASE, I ALSO have hemorrhoids!.. On top of those I HAVE many other medical problems.. (i.e., heart palpitations, loss of conciousness in the past, dizziness spells/vertigo, allergies, had a seizure, nose bleeds, headaches... etc.)
So please... save the crying/bitching/moaning/complaining :27: or at least tune it down a notch because if all you have is a Varicocele, that's not that bad....
Bitching or feeling bad for yourself won't solve any of your problems, trouble shoot, deal with it because there's nothing else that you can do...
:fing02:
this isn't pointed towards anyone specifically, I'm just frustrated with being as strong as I am with my problems and seeing people so weak with just one >.<...FIGHT THAT $HIT :bruce2:
Use what balls you have left and look at the positives in life.. at least you have somewhat of a sex drive and a penis to use..
ANYONE CRYING ABOUT YOUR VARICOCELE AND THINKING OF ATTEMPTING SUICIDE IS ****ING DUMB
I have a STAGE 3 SEVERE CASE, I ALSO have hemorrhoids!.. On top of those I HAVE many other medical problems.. (i.e., heart palpitations, loss of conciousness in the past, dizziness spells/vertigo, allergies, had a seizure, nose bleeds, headaches... etc.)
So please... save the crying/bitching/moaning/complaining :27: or at least tune it down a notch because if all you have is a Varicocele, that's not that bad....
Bitching or feeling bad for yourself won't solve any of your problems, trouble shoot, deal with it because there's nothing else that you can do...
:fing02:
this isn't pointed towards anyone specifically, I'm just frustrated with being as strong as I am with my problems and seeing people so weak with just one >.<...FIGHT THAT $HIT :bruce2:
Use what balls you have left and look at the positives in life.. at least you have somewhat of a sex drive and a penis to use..
K1212
Member
god do I wish I read that article 7 months ago, my varicocle was caused by a 3 hour masturbation session on July 26th that was a result of me responding to these annoying people in my apartment building
he also said the varicocele may go away in a few weeks but I dont see how that is possible, he is probably just looking to sell his herbs but I bet he is 100% right about the masturbationg
god it makes me sick reading that article, I know my masturbation was caused by a psychological problem and I was actively looking for a ****ing shrink to deal with my health issues but because I had no insurance I wasnt able to, I wound up seeing this piece of **** who I progressively got worse with and then this happens, If I had seen a decent therapist when I wanted to this crap never would have happened, god ****ing damn it
I hope this information doesnt get out to the public because I think I would want as many people as miserable as I am, I would be bitter if I heard a public health watch saying excessive masturbation may cause this because I know this advice would have helped me tremendously before it happened, I would rather not be a guniea pig for future generations
This really ****ing sux more then words can say, I was a different person on July 25th, a person who had hopes and dreams and I was going to make a difference in the world and now I am dead and nothing
Mother ****ing **** ****
K1212
Member
this may be directed at me, I will bitch and complain as much as I want, this thing is devestating, I have other health issues as well as well I had a horrific life before this
basically this is the only group that might understand on some level the mental pain of what we are going through so if you wanna bitch then feel free
life isnt supposed to be hard this thing ****ing sucks
Airgutter87
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Life isn't supposed to be hard lol? Ugh, we can only wish... Life isn't hard if you're spoiled and born to rich parents.. We are NOT all created equal
uptempo
Member
airgutter I like your mentality in many ways...sometimes when I am down and stuff I always remind myself there is always someone in a worse position...its a good way to sort of getting yourself back up. I so agree life is not perfect, you just have to deal with it and try to make the best out of it...sometimes you just gotta believe in miracles
Airgutter87
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w t f
.. have a drink and talk about our ball problems Lol :toofunny:
seriously though that's insane.. what's your myspace?
WTF you're from Elk Grove... no ****.... LoL, you're like the only one i can really relate to on here too.. We should go to a bar or red hawk casino
.. have a drink and talk about our ball problems Lol :toofunny:seriously though that's insane.. what's your myspace?
djawol
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No definitely not in this case. As I'm sure you're aware the procedure is performed using an x-ray.
The surgeon had trouble finding the way through to the vein which took about 26mins, he put in one of the coils but said the vein was too small to be the correct one so then tried to find another but by then I was already on the upper limits of the time spent exposed to x-ray so he had to stop.
I didn't notice any improvment after the surgery.
dj
djawol
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That page sounds to me more like a religious preaching 'masturbation is wrong' rant than health advice.
dj
darkblue1
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darkblue1
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Guys,
Just to inform you, my wife delivered baby boy on Jan 20th.Both mom and baby are doing fine.
You all know that I have bilateral varicoceles and I had low tetsosterone 223 ng (which is way below normal range) in march last year.My testicles are small.Left is very small. Right now I am not on any treatment. I did not have any surgery for varicoceles. I do have nocturnal erections.
I worried much more than any of you guys (even more than k212) for 6 months thinking that varicoceles caused everything and I was going to die. but somehow I am back to normal now except that I have small testicles.
Only difference I can tell when your testicles are big size, you want to do sex all the time.But when they become small you want to do it when there is a girl near you. But in case of erections there is no difference.That is because of the contact between penis and testicles. I hope you will understand this point.
Just to inform you, my wife delivered baby boy on Jan 20th.Both mom and baby are doing fine.
You all know that I have bilateral varicoceles and I had low tetsosterone 223 ng (which is way below normal range) in march last year.My testicles are small.Left is very small. Right now I am not on any treatment. I did not have any surgery for varicoceles. I do have nocturnal erections.
I worried much more than any of you guys (even more than k212) for 6 months thinking that varicoceles caused everything and I was going to die. but somehow I am back to normal now except that I have small testicles.
Only difference I can tell when your testicles are big size, you want to do sex all the time.But when they become small you want to do it when there is a girl near you. But in case of erections there is no difference.That is because of the contact between penis and testicles. I hope you will understand this point.
jordan2345
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I think mine are getting small because there is like some difference between blood flow constantly in my testes...I told you guys my testes get rock hard when i get an erection, pushups, walking up stairs...then it goes softer when I dont do activity...i think that diffference might be causing the shrinkage...it scares me..i really hope it doesnt keep shrinking because it has gotten a lot smaller than 4 yrs ago. i think they said like 13mm a tiny bit over 4cm
Oh another question: are people in here are steroid users or use some kind of substance for muscle growth? Is that why theres so many posts on this? sorry if im bein ignorant...its because i went on other boards about my testicle problems and they never responded to my posts. makes me feel better posting in here...
i have never used steroids or anything in the past...creatine once...i even thought the creatine mightve caused this...:-/
Oh another question: are people in here are steroid users or use some kind of substance for muscle growth? Is that why theres so many posts on this? sorry if im bein ignorant...its because i went on other boards about my testicle problems and they never responded to my posts. makes me feel better posting in here...
i have never used steroids or anything in the past...creatine once...i even thought the creatine mightve caused this...:-/
Airgutter87
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Haha, poor fella.. Couple things.. the weight of the veins is one cause of the shrinkage. I don't think the exercise you're speaking of has to do with the atrophy.. Have you considered surgery to remove/ligate the veins
? I don't use steroids, you shouldn't either >.<... Creatine did not cause your varicocele ;P, I took it for a couple months.. I only make 120grams worth of protein shakes everyday now for helping my muscle developement. I also take Zinc pills and multivitamin pills (specifically for high protein diets)..I think most the people here found this thread through google, most of them don't seem active in the gym >.<.. Some gym related questions I asked were never answered
that's part of why I'm assuming this and Ive had a few replies from people saying they don't go.. I found this thread a year ago on google by searching "Testosterone Varicocele".. Anyhow, consider surgery if you're worried about your testicle.. Your testicle will function worse over-time without correction. Atrophy (shrinkage) will only go so far..
Airgutter87
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My sack is typically always hanging:bigeyes:, I'm very thankful when my sack tightens up ... It's heavenly.... Wish mine:rant2: was always tight
... You're supposed to wait 3-4 weeks for heavy exercise, I'm going to wait a good 2 months though...at:As for the roids, I doubt it came from them but I don't know for sure >.<.. Maybe the "forced" extra bloodflow shattered the "filters" =o?
MuscleBound1337
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My varicocele is huge. It's bigger now than when i had the operation. ****. I need to go back and get a sperm analysis and testosterone test. I'm pretty sure my left testicle is atrophied. This is so annoying.
jordan2345
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Haha, poor fella.. Couple things.. the weight of the veins is one cause of the shrinkage. I don't think the exercise you're speaking of has to do with the atrophy.. Have you considered surgery to remove/ligate the veins
I think most the people here found this thread through google, most of them don't seem active in the gym >.<.. Some gym related questions I asked were never answered
Anyhow, consider surgery if you're worried about your testicle.. Your testicle will function worse over-time without correction. Atrophy (shrinkage) will only go so far..
yeah i agree the varicocele could be shrinking my testicle, but i have a varicocele only on the left side...but both of my testicles are shrinking...a left varicocele shouldnt be shrinking the right one right?
the urologist says i shouldnt have surgery because i dont have any pain, and he doesnt see anything dangerous...he says i have a stage 2 varicocele but i know it gets more noticeable when im tired and warm...
i just got my sperm test and that came out normal thank god
Coriakin
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Well, after going to the urologist and getting an ultrasound this week, I went back today to hear the results and the doctor's advice. He said it is a varicocele, a rather large one, and that my left testicle (the afflicted one) is smaller than the right. So he recommended that I get surgery sometime within the next 6 months, and I probably will schedule it sometime early in March.
So, even though it is sort of bad news (although I wasn't expecting the news to be better), I'm glad the urologist is being honest about the problem, and I'll at least be able to take the surgery and get this varicocele over with. I'll be sure to tell how the operation goes once I have it, how I feel afterward, etc.
So, even though it is sort of bad news (although I wasn't expecting the news to be better), I'm glad the urologist is being honest about the problem, and I'll at least be able to take the surgery and get this varicocele over with. I'll be sure to tell how the operation goes once I have it, how I feel afterward, etc.
Airgutter87
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If you only have it on the left side then the left side should be the victim of the shrinkage.. Not sure if the heat from the left would cause shrinkage on the right testicle but the main affliction of shrinkage should be aimed towards your left testicle if it's on the left side only.
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Airgutter87
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Cool man, that's close to when I want to get mine done (April).. It's good you're addressing the issue and stepping through with dealing with it. Hopefully we'll all destroy our Varicocele's in due time
(O)(o):rocketwhore:
Persplagon
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Coriakin, what kind of surgery are you going to get?
Coriakin
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Yes, Airgutter, we must annihilate this menace called varicocele!
The urologist didn't mention the official name for it, and I didn't think of asking. However, he told me that what they do is cut into the lower groin, ligate some veins, and that it would probably be best to stay out of school for 3 or so days after the surgery. He didn't say exactly what location on the groin they cut into, so I guess I can't know the exact name of the procedure.
The urologist didn't mention the official name for it, and I didn't think of asking. However, he told me that what they do is cut into the lower groin, ligate some veins, and that it would probably be best to stay out of school for 3 or so days after the surgery. He didn't say exactly what location on the groin they cut into, so I guess I can't know the exact name of the procedure.
Airgutter87
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The name of the procedure you're getting is "microsurgical inguinal varicocelectomy"
-Inguinal is the point of where they're going to cut you
-Microsurgical means it's a surgery :icon16: and micro means they'll use an electronic microscope
-Varicocelectomy is the basic name for the procedure..
:tongue-tied:
It's the best way to go in my opinion... I'm a little nervous for mine because I have varicose veins in different spots so I'm one afraid of an artery getting messed with and two I'm also afraid of what the anesthetic could do because I have some wack circulation and odd heart rythm's.. But yeah sounds good buddy! go get 'em! :rocketwhore:
Jaegernaut
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I was told I have a Varicocele about 7 months ago right before my 29th bithday. My doctor told me it's not a big deal even though I was in horrible pain at the time, the pain is better now but still hurts sometimes my testicles seem to be ok but should I still try to get my blood check for T levels? I am in the millitary and our doctors suck I was seeing an off base uroligist and he also said its not a big deal.
jordan2345
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hey airgutter(and everyone else), whats the main reason u are getting the surgery...is it due to pain, low sex drive or shrinkage or all?
Because i got a sperm test and it came out normal, testosterone normal, and i dont get much pain from the varicocele, so if my testicles are functioning by making testosterone and sperm they said i shouldnt fix it. They told me if i do it, it might even get worse cuz i have no pain right now. The main concern for me is shrinking of BOTH testes, but i dont think a left varicocele surgery will get rid of that problem. do you guys agree?
Because i got a sperm test and it came out normal, testosterone normal, and i dont get much pain from the varicocele, so if my testicles are functioning by making testosterone and sperm they said i shouldnt fix it. They told me if i do it, it might even get worse cuz i have no pain right now. The main concern for me is shrinking of BOTH testes, but i dont think a left varicocele surgery will get rid of that problem. do you guys agree?
Viper Six
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Whats up. I am 18 with a left sided varicocele. I felt it first at about 12 years old. Two years back I went to the doc and he basically told me not to worry about it. I have symptoms of low T and high E. I am a skinny, 6'3" ectomorph and have a minor case of gynecomastia. Basically, should I get the surgery done? Can I expect to see an increase in testosterone and better body composition? I bloat very easily and gain strength/size poorly. Also, is there a correlation between gnyecomastia and varicocele and have people reduced the size from getting surgery done?
Thanks!
Thanks!
Airgutter87
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My sex drive is pretty low, also I have shrinkage and my veins have tangled a few times/ often cause discomfort/ pain... So surgery is a pretty apparent option >.<..
Different people get the surgery for different reasons, most get it for sperm quality cause they're infertile. I personally could care less about having a kid. It will solve your problem fixing the left one for the shrinkage on both testicles if your varicocele problem is only associated with the left side, to my knowledge. Getting the veins removed/ligated will remove all the future problems and any symptoms if it's done correctly.
Airgutter87
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Nothing much is up
.. Just got back from the gym >.<... you're kind of the same situation as me excluding being tall and having the case of GnyecomAstia... The surgery could help with T levels, I would get your T levels checked if you can. If it's a large varicocele and there's shrinkage then there's definitely cause for concern. T levels could be playing a role in your strength/ size problem, however it could be the way you're trying to gain (it's actually a lot more complicated then it seems (gaining)). reduce the size of the gnyecomastia problem? I doubt it :/, not sure though.. your varicocele very well could have caused the gnyecomastia problem.. Sometimes they're derived from hormone levels being imbalanced, that's not a for sure deal though.. Definitely a possibility. I would get your levels checked out and tell me if there's shrinkage/ how bad your Varicocele is.. Varicocele could be damaging vital cells?? never know, each case is unique
Viper Six
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Thanks for the quick reply. I am almost positive that the varicocele caused the gynecomastia. I can feel the varicocele by hand, so it is pretty bad. As for pain, it is really nonexistant. I would call it more of a discomfort. Honestly, I couldn't give a **** right now about depleting my puffy nips as long as I find the root of the problem and get that fixed first. Really, it's the only thing that could be giving me these issues as there is nothing else wrong with me. I eat well, exercise, no other health problems. It's the god damn varicocele. I always knew it too! Stupid ****ing doctor. Haha sorry i am just PO'd.
Airgutter87
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I'd definitely get some **** checked out though, consider a blood test ASAP for levels. Finding the leading cause is important in any fixer
. Doctors give any input on the cause of your gnyecomastia and when did it first start happening 
?Viper Six
New member
First started at puberty. Ironically it's about when I first noticed my varicocele. I am thinking that the varicocele caused the hormonal imbalance. Eventually the estrogen level must have cooled down because the nips haven't grown too much in the past few years. However I believe my testosterone never reached its full potential preventing the nips from flattening. Man I should have got this thing removed YEARS ago when the gland was still soft. And im not sure about "shrinkage". My right nut isn't effected, so that shohuld be of normal size right? The left one is a little smaller I guess. I think my right in length is about 4 cm.
Airgutter87
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Testosterone wouldn't have caused your nips to flatten
.. If anything it would have made them more muscular if you were working them out or doing something physical that focused on that muscle group. Yes, having it on the left-side only should not affect the right testicle. You can boost your Testosterone through many natural ways. A few ways I do it is diet, exercise, masterbation, and vitamins+minerals... some of those tie in together as well, meaning you wouldn't yield the same results if you did them just by themselves. It's a bit more complex then those words too , let me know if you want some more details on any specific one.anddd sex is better than masturbation... but unfortunately I'm only getting laid by a different girl like once a month if even -_-
wolffie
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As I promised, I come back with news about my varicocele surgery (which happened exactly 3 weeks ago). I`m sorry to dissapoint you, I`m equaly dissapointed, but seems like it`s no improvement at all about any of my symptoms. I`m not rushing into conclusions, but now I also sincerely doubt that varicocele cause a serious drop in testosterone (especially for those whose testicles are normal, not shrinked). Not to mention that I experience a feeling of half-numbness in the area between my cut and my testicles from nerve damage. So, those of you who think that varicocele surgery is the miracle cure, tghink again.
God bless you!
God bless you!
darkblue1
Member
varicocele surgery is not the cure for low testosterone symptoms and varicoceles are not the reaosn for low testosterone symptoms. Otherwise why most of the doctors in US say , varicoceles are not the reason for low testosterone. Doctors in china,taiwan,india want to make money from surgeries, thats why immediately they will arrange for surgery.
I have bilateral varicoceles, small testicle on left side and i dont suffer any of low testosterone symptoms now.I uses to think varicoceles are the sole reaosn for my symptoms. I was wrong. thank god, I didnt go for surgery.
I have bilateral varicoceles, small testicle on left side and i dont suffer any of low testosterone symptoms now.I uses to think varicoceles are the sole reaosn for my symptoms. I was wrong. thank god, I didnt go for surgery.
brian82
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Wolfie what treatment did you have ie. microsurgical, laparoscopic etc.?
Where did you have your treatment?
I think your a bit premature in your judgement about the surgery not working some peoples stories I have read on her can take upwards of 6months to a year before they see a difference.
Regards,
B
Where did you have your treatment?
I think your a bit premature in your judgement about the surgery not working some peoples stories I have read on her can take upwards of 6months to a year before they see a difference.
Regards,
B
K1212
Member
well I know in my case my varicocele caused my low testosterone, after my problem the night before I woke up the next day and realized something was wrong with my libidio and discovered these veins around my testicles, since then my testicles have shrunk to nothing and my testosterone is that of a 135 year old, I still have doctors tell me I was born with the Varicocele and it doesnt effect testosterone, pisses me off
djawol
New member
Still waiting for my operation, however, in the meantime thought I'd give an update.
After reading about Clomid on here and the benefits of it for post steroid use and increased testosterone I thought I'd give it a go before the operation.
I can't believe the difference it's had for me. I have so much more energy, drive, interest in hobbies etc I'm happier and don't feel the brain fog that others have mentioned any more. I've remembered just what I used to be like. My interest in the opposite sex is sky high.
Now I'm not sure how this can be happening as if the Varicocele is preventing testosteone production due to heat or pressure etc then the drug shouldn't be able to overcome that? So now I'm doubting whether the two are linked?
From my point of view if the operation makes no difference then at least I know something can give me my life back.
dj
After reading about Clomid on here and the benefits of it for post steroid use and increased testosterone I thought I'd give it a go before the operation.
I can't believe the difference it's had for me. I have so much more energy, drive, interest in hobbies etc I'm happier and don't feel the brain fog that others have mentioned any more. I've remembered just what I used to be like. My interest in the opposite sex is sky high.
Now I'm not sure how this can be happening as if the Varicocele is preventing testosteone production due to heat or pressure etc then the drug shouldn't be able to overcome that? So now I'm doubting whether the two are linked?
From my point of view if the operation makes no difference then at least I know something can give me my life back.
dj
darkblue1
Member
djawaol,
you are right.If clomid is working for you then varicoceles has nothing to do with your symptoms. try clomid for few days and stop it and see how it goes.If you feele better you dont need surgery.
KSman
Member
He is getting/feeling response to hCG... but that response can still be blunted by varicoceles.
Coriakin
New member
Well, I just got back from the hospital half an hour ago. When I first went there, I just waited around, they did stuff like check my medical history, and eventually they brought me to the room where I undressed, put on a gown, and got in a bed under some sheets. They put an IV in my arm to give me some fluids and antibiotics, then it was just waiting in the bed until they wheeled me into the surgery room and gave me the anesthesia.
When I woke up, the incision area was a little sore, just kind of feeling how it feels after you get cut, except only very mildly so. I just kept lying there for a while, then they brought me to another room where I used the bathroom, got into a chair, drank some juice, and then they let me go (they actually took me outside to my car in a wheelchair ). Anyway, the way they handle the whole thing is very professional, so nothing to worry about in the actual trip to the hospital.
Right now I'm sitting down with an ice pack area, and it hardly hurts at all. When I walk around it feels just a little sore, kind of like a bruise. I suspect it will get worse later on today, but I am doing pretty good right now.
When I woke up, the incision area was a little sore, just kind of feeling how it feels after you get cut, except only very mildly so. I just kept lying there for a while, then they brought me to another room where I used the bathroom, got into a chair, drank some juice, and then they let me go (they actually took me outside to my car in a wheelchair
). Anyway, the way they handle the whole thing is very professional, so nothing to worry about in the actual trip to the hospital.Right now I'm sitting down with an ice pack area, and it hardly hurts at all. When I walk around it feels just a little sore, kind of like a bruise. I suspect it will get worse later on today, but I am doing pretty good right now.
Persplagon
New member
Glad to hear it went well. How big is the actual incision?
djawol
New member
Keep on with updates. Coincidentally I'm sat here in the same state as you. I had my surgery this morning. (The Clomid didn't work after a few days of positivity)
I'm not in much pain, I was told to take paracetamol and Diclofenac three times a day. I wasn't allowed to drive home due to the anaesthetic.
As for the veins, no improvement as yet, in fact I'd say things are more swollen down there at the moment. The surgeon said it is likely to be like that for a few days. The incision is about 1 1/2 to 2 inches long.
Will give you an update as to how things go.
dj
Coriakin
New member
Hi everyone. Right now I feel pretty much the same as I did when I last posted. It might be a little more sore now that all the anesthesia is probably worn off, but nothing very noticeable. I haven't taken any type of painkillers yet, although my doctor did give me a prescription for some if I need them. I figure tylenol would be enough if it really started hurting that bad. Also, the doctor scared me when he said they might make me feel strange and giddy, and just the thought of something altering my mind like that creeps me out.
So, my pain is very mild, and as long as I take it easy, it's very insignificant. Most of the day I've just sat in bed reading, which I actually enjoyed doing because I like reading. When I walk the incision area sort of sore, and it sort of hurts when I cough (I guess just the muscles I use down there?), but overall this is not nearly as bad as I thought it would be.
I took an hour-long nap earlier today too, so sleeping doesn't appear to be a problem. Also, I ate a moderately-sized lunch and dinner (would've had more if they hadn't told me I might feel queezy), and my stomach hasn't felt upset at all.
@Persplagon: I don't remember how long they told me it was; I was too nervous to remember lots of those details. I think I remember them saying 1 inch or something like that, but I'll ask my mom in the morning to see if she remembers.
@brian: It was just a big medical-center-hospital, don't really know what else to call it. It's part of a large health care provider in my area (which is in the US). I'm not used to hospitals, but my mom said it's a particularly good one in that I never have had to wait very long in any of these appointments for the varicocele; they keep things moving along nicely.
I slightly felt the varicocele, and didn't notice much of a change, but I barely even felt it. I don't really want to risk hurting things by squeezing that area yet. Anyway, i think I remember reading that it might take several weeks for the swollen veins to disappear; I might be mistaken though (maybe Airgutter knows something about this since he seems to know (relatively) a lot about varicoceles).
So, my pain is very mild, and as long as I take it easy, it's very insignificant. Most of the day I've just sat in bed reading, which I actually enjoyed doing because I like reading. When I walk the incision area sort of sore, and it sort of hurts when I cough (I guess just the muscles I use down there?), but overall this is not nearly as bad as I thought it would be.
I took an hour-long nap earlier today too, so sleeping doesn't appear to be a problem. Also, I ate a moderately-sized lunch and dinner (would've had more if they hadn't told me I might feel queezy), and my stomach hasn't felt upset at all.
@Persplagon: I don't remember how long they told me it was; I was too nervous to remember lots of those details. I think I remember them saying 1 inch or something like that, but I'll ask my mom in the morning to see if she remembers.
@brian: It was just a big medical-center-hospital, don't really know what else to call it. It's part of a large health care provider in my area (which is in the US). I'm not used to hospitals, but my mom said it's a particularly good one in that I never have had to wait very long in any of these appointments for the varicocele; they keep things moving along nicely.
I slightly felt the varicocele, and didn't notice much of a change, but I barely even felt it. I don't really want to risk hurting things by squeezing that area yet. Anyway, i think I remember reading that it might take several weeks for the swollen veins to disappear; I might be mistaken though (maybe Airgutter knows something about this since he seems to know (relatively) a lot about varicoceles).
Coriakin
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The soreness is about the same right now, and would probably be less if it weren't for the swelling that occurred in the area yesterday (around the incision site and the varicocele), which the post-surgery instructions say is normal.
As for post-surgery stuff, I just have to take an antibiotic pill 4 times a day for 5 days, I had to keep an ice pack on and off for the first 24 hours, and tonight after my first shower since the surgery I'm gonna take the bandage or whatever you want to call it off the incision (which I found out is about 1.5 inches long, Persplagon).
As for post-surgery stuff, I just have to take an antibiotic pill 4 times a day for 5 days, I had to keep an ice pack on and off for the first 24 hours, and tonight after my first shower since the surgery I'm gonna take the bandage or whatever you want to call it off the incision (which I found out is about 1.5 inches long, Persplagon).
Persplagon
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Can you still feel the enlarged veins or is it still to hard to tell?
djawol
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The veins are definitely there but are not as 'full' and there is quite a bit of swelling/fluid around them that the doc said would be reabsorbed.
I've been relativeley pain free, been more careful about doing anything that could cause strain though.
I'm feeling energetic and concentration is definitely back as it was when I recently tried Clomid.
I wouldn't say my libido is back but I'm waking up in the night as I'm having difficulty turing over if you get my meaning... ;-) That hasn't happened for as long as I can remember.
We'll see what changes over the next few weeks.
dj