Tubal ligation (tubectomy) is performed three times more often than vasectomy because when couples decide on permanent birth control, most of them opt for female sterilization over a vasectomy.
It is important to know that getting her tubes tied carries more risks and requires a longer recovery period, and is far more expensive than male sterilization (vasectomy).
So should you consider getting under the knife?
First, it is not at all associated with masculinity, so getting a vasectomy doesn’t make you less of a man—in fact, it could lead to more sex. Simply because then couples are more likely to jump in bed when they don’t have to worry about unwanted pregnancy.
Now, when you know the advantage of getting an incision down there but still nervous about sharp objects, here are some of the facts you need to know about the procedure.
- A vasectomy is relatively no fuss, no muss as compared to tubectomy.
- A typical vasectomy usually takes 10 to 15 minutes and is done with just a local anesthetic. During the procedure, the doctor makes a small cut into the scrotum and pulls out the vas deferens (a tube that carries semen from the testicle) —cuts it and then seals it before closing up.
- An ice pack and OTC pain meds helps greatly in relieving the soreness and swelling in the scrotum. Men are likely to get back to work within 24 hours and can resume regular physical activities within 7 days.
- Tubal ligation, on the other hand, often requires general anesthesia and that means she will be completely out. The process has a longer recovery time and carries significant risks like the chance of damage to her bladder.
- Vasectomies have a very successful rate. Although, you need to use a backup method of birth control for about 3 months after the procedure
- A man is expected to ejaculate more than 20 times after the vasectomy to make sure there are no sperm left in the ducts. Get your sperm count checked once after 8 to 12 weeks of the procedure.
- The wow news is that A VASECTOMY CAN BE REVERSED.
Vasectomy reversal involves sewing of the severed ends of the vas deferens back together. Recovery time is same as a vasectomy and if the procedure is not successful or you don’t want to go back under the knife again then in-vitro fertilization is still a great option.
Contrary to many men’s fears, getting snipped doesn’t affect testosterone levels at all. A vasectomy won’t affect your virility at all.
“There are absolutely no changes to sexual desires or semen output.
“Vasectomy simply means not ever having to say you are sorry” Gift your partner a sense of security. Go for vasectomy and live freely.
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