I wanted to ask if it is ok to smoke hookah 18 days after my varicocele surgery and will if effect the veins or not . Thank you

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I would refrain from smoking as best as possible to help the wounds heal and to provide a healthy environment for your circulation. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Some studies show that smoking can reduce the microcirculation and it is best to avoid after surgery.Hratch L Karamanoukian MD FACS
certified vein specialist (ABVLM) and double board certified surgeon

John Landi, MD · Answer

Smoking cigarettes or hookah 18 days after varicocele surgery should not affect your veins.  However, you would be best to discuss this with your physician to get their opinion.

I wanted to ask if it is ok to smoke hookah 18 days after my varicocele surgery and will if effect the veins or not . Thank you

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