How to Have a Vasectomy

If you decide you won’t need children or don’t want more children, it’s time to think about having a vasectomy. Today a vasectomy is a very simple, minimally invasive procedure that can permanently prevent pregnancy, the surgery requires only local anesthesia and you are allowed to go home immediately.

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Overview of tricks. A vasectomy is very simple, they only need to cut the tube that carries sperm to mix with the semen. This is an effective method of birth control in men and is usually an outpatient procedure, before surgery they only have a local anesthetic. ^{[1] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source}

Vasectomy is permanent. In some cases recovery is possible but there is no guarantee. Many people keep a sperm sample just in case they want to fertilize an egg in the future.
You must understand that you will never have children in the future after a vasectomy.
This surgery has a low risk of complications.
You must still practice safe sex because a vasectomy cannot protect you against sexually transmitted diseases.
The average time to full recovery is one week. ^{[2] X Research Source}

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Learn more about tricks. The technique of vasectomy that people perform today is known as “knifeless percutaneous vasectomy”. All vasectomy procedures target a single area, the vas deferens. They had to find and reveal their location, cut, ligation, and then reposition the tubes in the scrotum. The entire procedure will take about 30 minutes. ^{[3] X Cleveland Clinic Trusted Source Go to Source}

First, the doctor must inject an anesthetic to numb the entire area to be operated on.
Then they found the location of the vas deferens, which is very simple because the doctor can just touch them to find them.
Next, they use a small specialized instrument to make a hole in the skin of the scrotum. Through this hole, the doctor can directly access the vas deferens.
Once the vas deferens are exposed, they will cut and tighten them. When the vas deferens is cut and constricted, sperm cannot leave your body, eliminating the possibility of conception.
Modern surgical techniques cause very little bleeding and do not require stitches.

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Understand the risks. Most vasectomy surgeries go smoothly, but there are certain risks involved. You must be fully informed about a vasectomy before making your decision, and be aware of these risks before going to the hospital. ^{[4] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go To Source}^{[5] X Trusted Source Cleveland Clinic Go To Source}

Possible side effects immediately after surgery are:
- Bleed. Blood may be present in the semen, at the surgical site, or a blood clot may form in the scrotum of the testicle.
- Bruising and swelling at the surgical site.
- Discomfort or mild pain.
- As with any surgery, there is a chance of infection.
Potential long-term complications are:
- Chronic pain after surgery, but rare.
- Accumulation or inflammation caused by leaking sperm.
- Unintended pregnancy in case of surgical failure, but rare.

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Talk to your partner about your plans. If you are married or have a sexual partner, talk to them about this plan. Ultimately, however, the decision is still yours, as the choice of a vasectomy affects both of you, so it’s best to decide together.

Preparing for surgery and the recovery period

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Know what to say to the doctor. As you prepare to see your doctor to discuss your vasectomy, it’s a good idea to get some information about your medical history in advance. Providing complete information to your doctor will help them determine if the procedure is safe and effective for you. Tell your doctor about the following: ^{[6] X Cleveland Clinic Trusted Source Go to source}

History of blood disease or non-clotting blood. Since this is a surgical procedure, any problems that cause blood loss should be discussed first.
Are you allergic, especially to anesthetics? They’ll give you an anesthetic before surgery, so your doctor needs to know if you can’t absorb the medicine.
Inform your doctor about skin conditions, especially on or around the testicles.
How often do you take aspirin or any other blood thinner?
Previous trauma, surgery, or any ongoing or recurring infection of the genitals or urinary tract.

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Prepare for surgery. You must take steps to prepare for at least a week before your vasectomy. Taking the following steps will help your surgery go smoothly and successfully. ^{[7] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source}

Stop taking any medications that can thin the blood, including aspirin, warfarin, heparin, and ibuprofen.
Trim the hair and clean the area to be operated on.
Find a pair of tight-fitting underwear to bring on the day of surgery. Tight underwear will help reduce swelling and support the genitals after surgery.
Have someone drive you home after surgery. This is to minimize impact on the area affected by surgery.

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Proper postoperative care. You need to practice proper care technique after surgery. Plan to rest for 2-3 days. Although modern vasectomy isn’t very uncomfortable, there are some things you need to do to speed up the healing process. ^{[8] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source}

If you have a fever or signs of an infection, you should seek medical attention right away.
Support the scrotum for 48 hours, by dressing or wearing tight underwear.
Keep the area cool by applying ice for the first 48 hours. Cold compresses help reduce swelling and inflammation.
Avoid physical activity for at least one day after surgery. Excessive activity can cause injury and bleeding in the scrotum.
Avoid bathing or swimming for at least a day after surgery.
No heavy lifting for 7 days.
Only have sex 7 days later. If you have sex before 7 days, you may experience pain and blood in the semen.
In addition, some sperm is still alive and remains in the semen, which can lead to conception. Because the vas deferens still contain sperm, a man needs to ejaculate 20 times before this birth control will work. Continue using birth control until your doctor confirms the vasectomy was successful.
After 3-4 months of surgery, there will be a follow-up examination to check the sperm count in the semen sample. Only then will you be able to decide whether or not you and your partner can stop the contraceptive method temporarily.
A vasectomy is sometimes reversible but not always successful.

Warning

A vasectomy is permanent, so it shouldn’t be done if you’re not sure you want to stop having children.
A vasectomy does not protect you against STIs, so you must still wear a condom for this purpose.
Always follow up with your doctor’s orders and follow their recommendations about birth control.

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