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  • Can a hernia be caused/worsened by Varicocele embo

    Posted by deiron on July 10, 2016 at 9:53 am

    Varicocele embolization?

    I had the embolization procedure done back in May and immediately after the procedure I felt this pressure in my groin. At first I thought maybe it was from the embolization procedure and it would get better but it has not and has slightly worsened with aching pain now. I have notice I have a small lump on the left side of my groin, almost positive it;s a hernia but I’m not a doctor, going to see the doctor this week about it.

    Just wondering if you guys think this could have possibly been caused by the varicocele procedure

    drtowfigh replied 7 years, 9 months ago 2 Members · 1 Reply
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  • drtowfigh

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    July 19, 2016 at 12:41 am

    Can a hernia be caused/worsened by Varicocele embo

    A- possibly you always had a hernia and that was cause of pain attributed to varicocele
    B- possible that varicocele has recurred. 20-25% with embolization procedure
    C- possible that small lump is a clot or coil from the embolization.

    I reviewed these with prominent urologists in this field.
    Hope it’s helpful.

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