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A member asked:

Laprosc.varicocelectomy 16days ago. feel normal. no pain. no bag of worms swelling like before. want to continue running, exercise. please advise.

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Your best bet: Is to review this with your surgeon. Your surgeon will know you and how the operation went best, and is the best person to guide you in regards to advancing your activity.

Answered 1/17/2015

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