What problems can occur from having a vasectomy?

Question

Both near and long-term complications.

thanks in advance!

Answer 1

Any surgery carries the risk of infection or swelling to some degree. The No Scalpel Vasectomy is known for its reduced chance of bleeding. Occasionally, with any type of vasectomy a small hematoma (pocket of blood) can occur.

A sperm granuloma occurs in about 3% of vasectomies. The granuloma is a hard, sometimes painful lump that is the size of a pea and may form over a period of weeks as a result of sperm leakage. The lump is not dangerous and usually resolves over time.

Congestion of sperm may cause some aching in the area of the testicles for two to twelve weeks after vasectomy. Like a granuloma, congestion usually resolves over time.

Epididymitis is an inflammation of the larger tube behind the testicle that connects to the vas. It occurs in approximately 1% of patients. Antibiotics are used for treatment.

Antibodies are produced by the body in response to the absorbed sperm. The antibodies are not thought to be harmful but can make fertility difficult to restore later.

Spontaneous formation of a new vas deferens connection (recanalization) through the scar tissue left by the vasectomy occurs very rarely. This can usually be detected by a semen test after surgery. Recanalization occurs in as little as 1 out of 4,000 men (after a negative semen test has been performed at 12 weeks or longer after surgery).

The incidence of chronic post-vasectomy pain is estimated to be less than 10% depending on the severity of pain that qualifies for the particular study. There is strong evidence of post vasectomy pain (PVP).

Very preliminary studies suggest a correlation between vasectomies and certain forms of dementia. The theory suggests that antisperm antibodies which eliminate sperm from the bloodstream in post-vasectomy men may also attack the brain. Much more extensive study is necessary before the theory can be confirmed.

Answer 2

Vasectomies are as “complication free” as surgeries go. Anything that punctures your skin can result in infections, and has a margin for error. You might say a vasectomy has about the same possibility for complications as a tattoo, an ingrown toenail operation or getting a tooth pulled. All of these surgeries carry a certain amount of risk. The risks are minimized by following simple instructions.

About 2/3 of all men, that experience problems are those whom think that they are the “real man” and don’t need to rest for the days that follow the surgery. Don’t let ego drive you to behave this way. Rent some movies, or surf the net for two days after the surgery (do not go to work). Don’t do any hard physical activity for one to two weeks. That means no football, softball, dirt biking, rock-climbing, horseback riding, kayaking, or anything like that.

If you just follow the simple guidelines you will not have any pain that can’t be controlled using some over-the counter pain reliever.

I was given a prescription for an anti-biotic (to prevent infection), and a pin killer. I took the anti-biotic, and took some Advil for the pain.

I had no complications, other than my ex-wife was nagging me because she wanted kids. Too bad, for her, I didn’t want them, so I had the vasectomy, even though she didn’t agree. After we split, she got pregnant, and had a baby and gave it up for adoption (but that is another story).

Long term, there is no risk. I don’t know one single man that has ever had a long term problem with getting a vasectomy.

I got mine 20 years ago. I have no scar, no pain, no anything. Had I not told my girlfriend that I had the surgery, then she could not know about it.

Best of all, I can have all the sex I want, and never be stuck paying child support.

Answer 3

Chronic Post-Vasectomy Pain
The incidence of chronic post-vasectomy pain is estimated to be less than 10% depending on the severity of pain that qualifies for the particular study. Sample studies that describe post-vasectomy pain in more detail can be obtained from [13] and [14]. There is strong evidence of post vasectomy pain (PVP).

A recent study by John Guillebaud on 5000 patients studying the effects of PVP confirmed the evidence quoted above. However, it also showed that the background risk of testicular pain in the general (non vasectomised) population is 10%. All 5000 patients when asked in questionnaires following the procedure said they would have a vasectomy again as benefits outweighed the risks.


[edit] Potential Dementia Risk
Very preliminary studies suggest a correlation between vasectomies and certain forms of dementia. The theory suggests that antisperm antibodies which eliminate sperm from the bloodstream in post-vasectomy men may also attack the brain. Much more extensive study is necessary before the theory can be confirmed. See:

Vasectomy May Put Men At Risk For Type Of Dementia
Study Suggests Vasectomy-Dementia Link
The above article notes that this is a very small preliminary study, and “There have been many large, epidemiological studies comparing vasectomized and nonvasectomized men, and none of them have shown any health risks associated with vasectomy."

erhm... good luck..:-)

Answer 4

I had mine done in 1971 and have never had any problems. Of course, with any operation there is always the chance of infection. That is very rare in a vasectomy. As far as long range effects are concerned, I know of none until and unless you want the process reversed.

Chow!!

Answer 5

Some damn pain and black and blue twins for several days. Be sure to tell the doctor that you "might" want it reversed at some point in the future so please snip lightly (some guys to have it reversed with a second or third marriage in order to reproduce again).

BTW, you will be wearing a jockstrap when you wake up and have to wear it for several days. Don't be surprised by that. Be surprised if you are NOT wearing one! You will need it and it will reduce some of the pain. I knew ahead of time and had a couple of new ones in stock when I got home.

Answer 6

Ask a doctor if you want a detailed answer, but, in my own experience, no problem.. It is such a simple procedure that it would be very hard for medical personnel to bungle it.

I had a vasectomy after our third child was born. I confess to tremendous fear and anxiety before and during the procedure, some very slight pain prior to healing afterward. Don't worry-- it WAS slight, though we normally expect any pain in the genitalia to be excruciating! It had no impact on sexual performance after healing.

My wife and I decided on the procedure because, in comparison, it is much simpler than birth control surgery on a woman. Previously a surgeon had bungled the installation of a UID and it had to be removed-- the latter procedure allowing the birth of our children, and her dread of any more pregnancies or more surgery was greater than my dread of a vasectomy.

Oh, there was one problem, but it wasn't my problem. My mother became very irate at my wife for "making" me get a vasectomy, a procedure that she evidently associated with castration.

In response, I started carrying couple of machine nuts in my pocket to explain the operation. "Mom, you wanta see what the doctor cut out?" Before she had a chance to reply, I showed her the unattached nuts. She laughed, and never brought it up again.

Use your creativity. Pecans, or, better yet, walnuts, will work just as well.

Answer 7

Not many....you can develop anti-bodies to your own sperm that would be absorbed by the body (it happens because they are in your blood and sometimes your body makes anti-bodies to fight them as if they were a disease)...It is rare but it could make you sick. Other than that, it is simple and safe. I've had it for 5 years. It is freeing, my wife and I can get wild anytime without thinking of protection....It really let's us be spontaneous.

Answer 8

i had one 4 years ago and have had no issues.

Answer 9

cant have not more kids oh and a little pain

Answer 10

YA DUDE THERES ISSUES !!! THERE GONNA SNIP YOUR MAN HOOD BROTHER. easy solution have your wife get it done..lol