A vasectomy is a procedure that cuts the supply of sperm to the semen in the male reproductive system. It is a highly effective form of birth control for men who are certain they do not want any more children. Vasectomies have very high success rates. As with any medical procedure, vasectomies have potential side…
What Is Post-Vasectomy Depression?
Before you get a vasectomy, you may have questions about the procedure, including its benefits and potential complications. While most men are extremely satisfied with getting a vasectomy because they no longer have to worry about unexpected pregnancies, some experience a condition called post-vasectomy depression. Post-Vasectomy Depression Symptoms Feeling sad occasionally is normal, but persistent…
Top Questions to Ask When Getting a Vasectomy
Vasectomies are one of the most common procedures that men undergo. A form of permanent birth control, the vasectomy procedure is considered to be safer and more effective than the female equivalent (i.e. tubal ligation), especially when undergoing a no-scalpel-no-needle vasectomy. Still, it’s not uncommon for patients and their partners to have concerns about the…
Is There a Correlation Between Getting a Vasectomy and Testicular Cancer?
When men research the vasectomy procedure for more information about cost, recovery, and risk, they may come across hyperbolic articles and blog posts claiming that there is a correlation between getting a vasectomy and cancer, particularly testicular cancer. Simply put, there is no concrete evidence that directly correlates getting a vasectomy to developing testicular cancer…
What Happens If My Vasectomy Fails?
Vasectomies are safe and effective, but on the rare occasion that your vasectomy fails or you experience a complication, what happens next? As your vasectomy surgeon will discuss with you prior to the procedure, just as with any surgery, there are certain risks, including side effects, in having a vasectomy. These short-term side effects typically…
Questions Men Ask After A Vasectomy, Part II
In part one of our blog posts on Questions Men Ask After A Vasectomy, we addressed the fact that there is some discomfort after the procedure, but it should be quite minimal for most men. We also discussed that post-procedure, most men are able to return to their normal daily routines relatively soon after the vasectomy and that…
Questions Men Ask After A Vasectomy, Part I
The idea of a vasectomy can seem daunting – on the one hand, a vasectomy is one of the most reliable, cost-effective forms of birth control available. On the other hand, a vasectomy can feel like kind of a drastic step to take. The good thing is – a vasectomy doesn’t have to be the huge, drastic…