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After a vasectomy, hydrocelectomy, hernia repair, or scrotal injury, it’s very common to be told two things: “use ice” and “keep the scrotum elevated.” Both are standard parts of many post-operative instruction sheets, but they’re not always explained in a practical way. Many people are left wondering: Can I put an ice pack directly on my testicles? How long should I keep icing after surgery? Is it safe to elevate and ice at the same time? This guide walks through why ice and

If you are currently scouring the internet for “vasectomy underwear” while nursing a dull ache, you are certainly not alone. Most recovery advice emphasizes "support," which often leads patients to reach for the tightest compression shorts or jockstraps they can find. However, there is a common recovery pitfall: assuming that "more pressure" equals "more relief." When your scrotum is tender or swollen, that "locked-in" feeling can quickly backfire, making you hyper-aware of e

Some swelling after a vasectomy is completely expected. What worries many people is not whether there will be swelling, but how to tell when it has gone beyond “normal healing” and might be a sign of a complication. It can be unsettling to see the scrotum look larger, bruised, or “full,” especially in the first few days. Most of the time, this is part of routine recovery and settles with rest, support, and time. This guide explains: What typical swelling after vasectomy look

After a vasectomy, many people expect some soreness. What feels more unsettling is the “weird” pressure, fullness, or dragging sensation in the scrotum or groin. It may not be sharp pain—more like your testicles suddenly feel heavier than they used to. A feeling of testicle pain and swelling for about a week after vasectomy is common, and most people recover fully within roughly 7–10 days. Within that window, a sense of heaviness or fullness is often part of normal healing.