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A member asked:

Had laproscopic varicocelectomy. masturbated 36 hours later. should i stop or can i continue. no ill effects that i observed.

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No problem: No problem. You may notice swelling of the testicles after the surgery which should subside over long period of time.

Answered 1/16/2015

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When is it safe to masturbate or have sex after laproscopic varicocelectomy?
Hello, I had varicocelectomy two weeks ago, it was open surgery with about 3.5 inch incision on the left. My doctor told me to stop sex for at least 40 days after surgery. My question is when can i masturbate or have oral pleasure?
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