Pre-Operative Preparation:

• Nothing to eat or drink after midnight the evening prior to your surgery date.
• Medications can be taken with small sips of water.
• There is no need to shave prior to surgery.
• To avoid cancellation, please arrive on-time to surgery.
• The Hospital will contact you in advance to inform you of your surgery time and arrival time.

Post-Operative Instructions:

• Prescriptions for pain medicine and antibiotics will be provided.
• An athletic supporter or tight supportive underwear is recommended for 7-10 days.
• Patients can shower after 48 hours. Baths should be avoided for 2 weeks.
• All bandages can be removed after 48 hours in a hot shower.
• All stitches will dissolve on their own.
• Sexual activity can begin after 2-3 weeks.
• Light exercise can begin after 3-4 weeks.
• Strenuous exercise can begin after 4-6 weeks.
• If you are still sore, limit your activity.
• A follow up visit will be scheduled 4-6 weeks following surgery.
• A sperm count will be ordered 8 weeks following surgery.

If Complications Arise:

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