I'm dealing with a varicocele and I'm wondering if I can still go to the gym and continue working out. Could you let me know what to expect with exercises and whether they could affect my condition?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

MBBS
6+ Yrs

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Not all varicoceles require surgery. Surgery has the potential to cause testicular damage.....

However, the primary treatment of varicoceles is surgery and indications include:

Pain....infertility ...To prevent testicular atrophy..... All methods involve ligation of veins to prevent abnormal blood flow. The recurrence rate is usually less than 10%.... Consult urologist......

Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...

Consult a Urologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've been using mintop minoxidil topical solution 5 for the last year and a half. In the past six months, I've noticed my libido has been dropping, and now it's completely gone. I have no erections and my semen seems watery. I stopped using minoxidil a month ago, hoping things would get better, but there's still no change. Everyone keeps saying minoxidil is safe, but it feels like it's turned my life upside down. I don't care about my hair anymore; I just want my libido back. Will I ever regain it?

Minoxidil is generally safe, but your symptoms might suggest other underlying issues, such as hormonal imbalance or psychological factors. Please consult a doctor or endocrinologist for a thorough evaluation and treatment plan. With proper care, your libido and overall health can often be restored.

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I was born with only one testicle and my penis is about 1.5 inches is there any surgical option for this? Who should I see for consultation? (Note: Kept natural language, medical terms intact, removed greetings/numbers, maintained concern/worry tone without being robotic, and avoided excessive punctuation or closing thanks.)

surgery opinion is advised.

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I've been worried about my penis size, and I'm really hoping to find a way to make it bigger. Are there any creams, oils, or ointments that actually work for increasing size?

Visit Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

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