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I have double side hydrocele since 5 years a go(a mild one).now i want surgery. cani return to my normal life after surgery(ex. doing sport like befor?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

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Yes: As soon as acute healing/recovery stage past (urologist will give specific direction and return-to-play time frame).

Dr Klauber agreed

Answered 1/22/2016

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Absolutely: Your surgeon will give you specific instructions about when you can return to normal activity, which can be any where from 2 - 4 weeks. Start slow and work your way back to your normal activity levels.

Dr Vandersteen agreed

Answered 9/22/2015

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A member asked:

I have double side hydrocele since 5 years a go(a mild one).now i want surgery. cani return to my normal life after surgery(ex. doing sport like befor?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Donald Alves answered

Dr Klauber agreed

Dr. Benjamin Whittam answered

Dr Vandersteen agreed

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