Are vasectomies painful?

Does getting a vasectomy hurt? Probably not. Your doctor will help make your vasectomy as comfortable as possible. You'll get local anesthesia to numb your testicles, so you shouldn't feel much during the procedure.

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How bad does getting a vasectomy hurt?

The procedure itself shouldn't be painful, but you might feel a small pinch with the anesthetic injection before the area goes numb. Some men report a pulling or tugging sensation when the vas deferens tubes are handled during vasectomy, but discomfort generally lasts just a few moments.

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Does ejaculating hurt after vasectomy?

The first few ejaculations may feel somewhat uncomfortable, but this discomfort should not persist for too long. There may also be a small amount of blood in the semen. If ejaculation is still causing discomfort after a few weeks, it is best to see a doctor.

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What is more painful vasectomy or childbirth?

The quick answer is: yes, a vasectomy will probably hurt a little bit. But – and it has to be said – not as much as childbirth. Never as much as childbirth.

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Do men feel the same after a vasectomy?

“You will not experience any differences in your sexual function or pleasure. You will still be able to have sex and ejaculate, and everything will feel the same.” And that is probably a relief to men and women everywhere.

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Do you still climax after vasectomy?

A man who has had a vasectomy still makes semen and is able to ejaculate. But the semen doesn't contain sperm. The testosterone level and all other male sex traits stays the same. For most men, the ability to have an erection is unchanged.

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Is A vasectomy reversible?

Vasectomies can be reversed even after very long periods of time, sometimes after more than 25 years. Sperm are constantly being produced in men, even after a long time from a vasectomy, there should be viable sperm.

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What is the disadvantage of vasectomy?

Disadvantages: a vasectomy can't be easily reversed, and reversals are rarely funded by the NHS. you need to keep using contraception after the operation until tests show your semen is free of sperm.

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Can I poop after vasectomy?

Yes you can go to the bathroom but only if you absolutely have to (joke). Lift nothing over 15lbs for the first two days, and nothing over 50lbs for the first week. If in doubt, don't do it! You can increase your activity gradually day by day, but remember to always err on the side of caution.

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What is safer the pill or vasectomy?

Vasectomy is one of the most effective forms of birth control. In the first year after a man has a vasectomy, a few couples will still get pregnant. But the number is far lower than the rates of pregnancy among couples using condoms or oral contraceptive pills.

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At what age does a man stop ejaculating?

While there is no definite age at which male ejaculation ceases, it has been suggested that it may happen when a man reaches his late 40s or early 50s. It is important to note, however, that this is not a universal rule and some men may continue to ejaculate at a later age.

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Does a vasectomy lower pleasure?

Vasectomy will not affect your sex life. It does not decrease your sex drive because it does not affect the production of the male hormone testosterone. It also does not affect your ability to get an erection or ejaculate semen.

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Is vasectomy 100 effective?

A vasectomy is over 99.99% effective in preventing pregnancies. Like tubal ligation in people assigned female at birth (AFAB), a vasectomy is a one-time procedure that provides permanent contraception.

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Is a vasectomy awkward?

Probably not. Your doctor will help make your vasectomy as comfortable as possible. You'll get local anesthesia to numb your testicles, so you shouldn't feel much during the procedure. You may also get medicine to help you relax.

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How will my husband feel after a vasectomy?

Most men experience mild, if any, discomfort or soreness following this procedure. Here are a few ways to help him feel better and heal properly. Drive him home ‒ Patients tend to wake up from anesthesia feeling groggy or even confused.

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Why can't you shower after a vasectomy?

You can take a shower the evening after your vasectomy. Avoid bathing, hot tubs, swimming pools for a week until the small opening in the scrotum created during surgery is sealed. This will help prevent infection to the operative area while the small hole made for your no-scalpel procedure heals over.

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Why do men not want vasectomies?

Family planning experts say one of the major hurdles to promoting vasectomies is men's fear of emasculation. "There's a great deal of fear about having any kind of operation performed on the scrotum," Schlegel said. "It's a common misconception that vasectomy involves castration.

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Who should avoid vasectomy?

If you have chronic testicular pain or testicular disease, you're not a good candidate for a vasectomy. For most men, a vasectomy doesn't cause any noticeable side effects, and serious complications are rare. Side effects right after surgery can include: Bleeding or a blood clot (hematoma) inside the scrotum.

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How much does a male vasectomy cost?

If you have male reproductive anatomy and are looking for a form of birth control that is permanent and cost-effective, you might consider a vasectomy. This form of surgical sterilization costs about $1,000 without insurance.

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Can I have a baby after vasectomy?

To be able to have children after a vasectomy you can undergo a vasectomy reversal or try In vitro fertilization (IVF) and intra-cytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) using aspirated sperm.

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Has anyone ever got pregnant after a vasectomy?

A vasectomy is one of the best ways to prevent pregnancy, with rates of pregnancy around 1/1,000 after the first year, and between 2-10/1,000 after five years. Most reports indicate that following a vasectomy a couple has a less than 1% chance of getting pregnant.

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Can I come in my wife after a vasectomy?

After a vasectomy, you'll still be able to have erections, orgasms and ejaculate normally. After the procedure is complete, ejaculations will continue to be and feel the same as prior to the procedure, but your semen will not contain any sperm. You will no longer be able to impregnate your partner.

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How do I know if my boyfriend had a vasectomy?

Can my partner tell if I have had a vasectomy? Sperm adds very little to the semen volume, so you shouldn't notice any change in your ejaculate after vasectomy. Your partner may sometimes be able to feel the vasectomy site. This is particularly true if you have developed a granuloma.

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Is sperm watery after vasectomy?

Your semen will look just like it did before your vasectomy. Usually, semen has the consistency of thin mucus and a clear, gray, or white, opalescent color. Since the sperm makes up a very small volume of the semen, you won't notice a change in the amount you ejaculate.

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