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A member asked:

I had a procedure done 72 hours ago (varicocele embolization) and was wondering when i can resume sexual activity?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

After the procedure you always receive detailed instructions so please follow those instructions. If you did not receive those, contact the urologist or radiologist who did the procedure.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 2/6/2023

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If you have no external surgical wound- yes

Answered 2/17/2023

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