“Snip, snip” are usually the first words that come to mind when you hear the term vasectomy. You may rest assured that a vasectomy does not involve scissors of any kind. (But it may involve a scalpel.) A vasectomy is a form of birth control for men. It is a safe, routine procedure. If you…
Men may seek alternatives to vasectomy reversal when their attempt at having their vasectomy reversed via surgery has failed or they choose not to undergo a vasectomy reversal but still want to father a child. Up to 10% of men who have a vasectomy eventually decide they want to have a child, and some of…
People are talking about the latest news: there may be a connection between having a vasectomy and being at risk for prostate cancer. A new study from the Harvard School of Public Health has raised a red flag in the minds of men who already had vasectomies, and those who are considering them. Before getting…
What is a vasectomy? Although some people may already know that a vasectomy is the most reliable form of birth control or sterilization for men, other facts about the procedure may be a mystery. Yet every year, approximately 600,000 men in North America undergo a vasectomy, and about 20% of men older than 35 have…
The types of vasectomy are important to know when men are deciding whether to undergo a vasectomy. Generally there are two types of vasectomy, a scalpel vasectomy and a no-scalpel vasectomy. In both cases, men are given a local anesthetic before the procedure. Usually the anesthetic is delivered to the scrotum using a needle injection….
Vasectomy recovery can be a nearly painless and uneventful experience if you follow a few guidelines. Whether you undergo a vasectomy that involves one or two tiny incisions or you choose a non-incision vasectomy, the vast majority of men who have the procedure experience a relatively care-free vasectomy recovery. If you want to know how…
The costs of a vasectomy is one important factor to consider when deciding “Should I get a vasectomy?” If you are interested in getting a vasectomy and you have health insurance, check with your provider to see if the procedure is covered. Most insurance programs and HMOs include some or most costs of a vasectomy,…
What happens during a vasectomy? This is a logical question a man would ask before undergoing the procedure. After all, a vasectomy involves cutting or snipping in a highly sensitive area of the body. Some men are uncertain or squeamish about getting their scrotum cut or poked, so it is important to fully understand what…
So you’ve had a vasectomy for permanent birth control, but now you’re having second thoughts. You’re not alone. According to Dr. Larry Lipshultz, M.D., out of about 600,000 men who undergo a vasectomy every year in North America, approximately 5% to 10% will later have a vasectomy reversal. You might change your mind about having…
Should I get a vasectomy? This is a question some men ask themselves and their partners when they are making decisions about children and family size. If you are considering getting a vasectomy, there are a number of questions you need to ask yourself before you arrive at a “yes” or “no” response to the…
Vasectomy vs tubal ligation for women is the permanent birth control choice that faces many couples. Both of these sterilization procedures should be regarded as permanent, even though surgeons can perform vasectomy reversals and tubal ligation reversals. Vasectomy vs tubal ligation for women, what’s the story? A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that involves cutting…
Vasectomy and sex drive, especially loss of libido, are two concepts many men are reluctant to consider together. Among the most common questions men have about a vasectomy are, “Will a vasectomy reduce my sex drive?” and “Will a vasectomy cause erectile dysfunction?” The simple and direct answer to both of these questions is “no.”…
What women want to know about vasectomy reversal is often more than the questions posed by men. Although men are curious about what happens when a vasectomy is reversed, women often have a broader scope of questions. If you are a woman, are the following questions among those chosen to be called “what women want…
The cost of a vasectomy reversal is greater than that of the original vasectomy itself. In fact, a vasectomy reversal is a more complex and time-consuming surgical procedure than a vasectomy. The cost of a vasectomy reversal will vary depending on which procedure the surgeon performs (a vasovasostomy or an epididymovasostomy), the area of the…
Does a vasectomy reversal work? Men are told they should consider a vasectomy to be a permanent form of birth control, and a vasectomy is effective in preventing pregnancy in nearly 100% of cases. However, every year in North America, up to 10% of men who have undergone a vasectomy want to bank on a…
Do you know how to prepare for a vasectomy without experiencing stress and anxiety? Your preparation for a vasectomy begins several weeks before the actual procedure. To help you get ready, here is a list of steps on how to prepare for a vasectomy. How to prepare for a vasectomy weeks ahead Schedule your vasectomy…
A link between vasectomy and cancer, specifically prostate cancer, is one worry men express when they are considering having a vasectomy. The short answer to the question, “Is there a link between vasectomy and cancer?” is “no.” However, this myth began somewhere, and that “somewhere” is two studies published in 1993 in the Journal of…
Vasectomy reversal is a surgical procedure requested by between 5 and 10 percent of the estimated 600,000 men who undergo a vasectomy each year in North America. Even though a vasectomy should be regarded as a permanent form of male birth control, it is possible to make many men fertile again when they undergo a…
Choosing a surgeon for vasectomy should be done in a systematic manner to ensure you find an individual who has had much experience in performing the procedure. The process of choosing a surgeon for vasectomy can begin by asking your family doctor or urologist for referrals. You also can contact your local hospitals and make…
