My mental health is starting to deteriorate due to this situation. I can't stop thinking about the surgery constantly leaving little room for other thoughts. There have been a lot of unexpected changes in my life. I thought it would be a straightforward procedure based on my Google research, and I'd be back to normal within a few weeks. But that's not the case.

Drastic changes in daily activities can significantly impact overall well-being. Simple things like being able to wear jeans, now becomes very uncompfortable due to the added pressure on the waist. This limitation, coupled with restricted walking distances and discomfort while sitting, can contribute to a decline in emotional state. The inability to find a comfortable sitting position that doesn't aggravate the sore testicle further exacerbates these feelings of frustration and physical limitation.

I still can't sleep on my stomach, which was my preferred sleeping position before the surgery. It's been more than four months, and I still need to apply a cold pack to my testicle and hernia area to relieve discomfort. I'm increasingly overwhelmed by all the changes in my life.

I'm also trying different types of underwear to find something supportive enough for my testicles but not so tight that it causes itching or discomfort around my waist or back. I order them online and look for them in supermarkets. Every day, I spend time researching hernia surgery and recovery timelines.

I'm staying home much more frequently and avoiding family events that require sitting or standing. I'm only really comfortable when lying down on my back with my testicle elevated.

At the moment I'm unable to think of anything positive that has come from this surgery.