Questions to ask about surgery for a varicocele

Here are some questions you could ask your doctor if you've had surgery for a varicocele or if have a son who has had surgery for a varicocele:

How long will it take to heal?
What activities should be avoided while healing?
What should I watch out for that could mean something’s wrong after surgery?
When should the follow-up appointment be, and what will it involve?
When can I or my son get back to normal activities, like exercise or work?
How long after surgery will sperm quality get better, and when should we test it?
Can the varicocele come back after surgery?
What can I or my son do to lower the risk of problems after surgery?
Are any other treatments needed if the varicocele affects fertility?

Questions to ask about angiographic occlusion for a varicocele

Here are some questions you could ask your doctor if you've had angiographic occlusion for a varicocele or if have a son who has had the procedure:

How long will it take to heal after the procedure?
What activities should I or my son avoid while healing?
What signs should I watch for that might mean something’s wrong after the procedure?
When can I or my son go back to normal activities, like exercise or work?
What follow-up care is needed after the procedure?
Will sperm quality get better, and how long will it take to see changes?
Are there any side effects or risks after the procedure?
Can the varicocele come back after this treatment?
What can I or my son do to lower the chance of problems after the procedure?
How is angiographic occlusion different from surgery?
Are any other treatments needed if the varicocele is affecting fertility?