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How long after a varicocele embolization will the varicocele disappear?

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Several weeks: The size of the varicocele (enlargement of the veins) will decrease in several weeks. Embolization can be used if surgical approaches are contra-indicated as success rates with surgery are higher.

Answered 2/11/2017

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Dr. James Lin answered

Vary...: The pressure and tension inside varicocele should disappear almost instantly if the procedure is successful. Its size will gradually decrease with a highly variable pace but never go away completely because its residual tissue mass is still there. But roughly, in 1-2 weeks, you should feel a drastic difference on palpation.

Answered 5/17/2016

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