After your surgery, you may feel more tired than usual and have some
mild groin pain for several days
. Your groin and scrotum may be swollen or bruised. This usually gets better in 2 to 3 weeks. You will probably be able to go back to work or school 4 to 7 days after surgery.
What helps pain after hydrocele surgery?
At home, expect swelling and soreness for a few days. During this time, your scrotum will be bandaged. Using a jockstrap to support your scrotum reduces discomfort. For the first few days,
apply cold packs for 10 to 15 minutes at a time
to reduce swelling and pain.
How long does it take swelling to go down after hydrocele surgery?
Expected Signs and Symptoms
You may experience swelling or bruising in the surgical site after hydrocelectomy. This is normal and should subside in
two to four weeks
.
How much swelling is normal after hydrocele surgery?
The scrotum and testicle(s) may be tender for up to one month.
Your scrotum may be very swollen for several days and up to a couple of weeks
after surgery. To help reduce swelling, you may use an ice pack for the first 24 – 48 hours, then as needed. Use the ice pack for 20 – 30 minutes on, then 20 – 30 minutes off.
Can hydrocele come back after surgery?
Recurrence: Recurrence of the hydrocele after inguinal approaches is most often reactive in nature and usually resolves within several months.
Rarely, aspiration or scrotal surgery is warranted
.
How long after hydrocele surgery can I have a bath?
You may shower
24 hours
after surgery, if your doctor says it is okay. Pat the cut (incision) dry. Do not take a bath for the first week, or until your doctor tells you it is okay. You may return to work or school when you are ready.
What should I wear after hydrocele surgery?
You should plan to wear
a tight pair of briefs or an athletic supporter for the first 4-5 days, even while sleeping
. This will keep the scrotum immobilized to some degree and keep the swelling down. Ice packs should be placed over the scrotum the first 48 hours. Ice is a good pain reliever and keeps the swelling down.
Can hydrocele cause back pain?
This is called a hydrocele (HI-dro-seel). It’s usually painless unless it grows too large.
Sometimes the pain can spread to the lower belly or back
. Hydroceles can have many causes.
Is a hydrocele painful?
A hydrocele
usually isn’t painful or harmful
and might not need any treatment. But if you have scrotal swelling, see your doctor to rule out other causes.
Can hydrocele cause erectile dysfunction?
Though hydrocele typically presents as a painless mass,
it can lead to psychological complications responsible for sexual dysfunction
and infertility.
How often does a hydrocele return after surgery?
Inguinal repairs of communicating hydroceles are exceedingly successful, with a
less than 1%
recurrence rate. If a unilateral approach is completed, the small but recognized risk for a metachronous hydrocele or inguinal hernia developing remains, but the rate is likely less than 10%.
What causes lower back pain and testicle pain?
When testicle pain occurs along with lower back pain, it can indicate an underlying condition. Possible causes include
kidney stones, infections, and spinal problems
. People should see a doctor if the pain is severe, does not go away, or occurs along with other concerning symptoms.
Can testicle pain cause back pain?
In men,
testicular torsion can lead to lower back pain on the right side
. This occurs when your spermatic cord, which lies in your scrotum and carries blood to your testes, becomes twisted.
What is the reason for back pain?
Repeated heavy lifting or a sudden awkward movement can strain back muscles and spinal ligaments
. If you’re in poor physical condition, constant strain on your back can cause painful muscle spasms. Bulging or ruptured disks. Disks act as cushions between the bones (vertebrae) in your spine.
