my partner had a vasectomy reversal 2 weeks tomorrow and we were told to wait a week to 10 days before we had sex which we did, but now my partner has had a lump come up in his left testicle. he is really worried about it. the swelling and bruising has completly gone now though. can anyone please help.
2007-06-25 08:39:40 · 15 answers · asked by kristen_millie 2 in Health ➔ Men's Health
It could be a sperm granuloma if some sperm leaked between the stitches of the vas deferens. I would think it unlikely though since most healing is pretty much done within four days of the reversal (it gets sealed together in 4 days although the strength of the reconnection isn't that great for awhile). We were told to wait 28 days...I've heard others are told to wait 15-21 days; and a few doctors recomment only a couple days of waiting. Most reputable doctors recommend at least 10 days (like yours did). Maybe the sex just moved the old blood from the VR around. I'd check with the VR doctor, but as long as your dh isn't in pain and the swelling is better now, I'd say you are "good to go"!
2007-06-26 05:11:34 · answer #1 · answered by SpiceyLady 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've never had one, however, I can tell you about the clinical side of it. Vasectomy reversal are effective, however since you got the vasectomy done 16 years ago you have a lower chance of having enough healthy sperm in your semen to actually conceive a child. The cost of it is between $5,000 and $12,000 and isn't cover by insurances. To get the vasectomy there are two procedures that can be done; vasovasostomy (very simple procedure where both ends are reattached together) or vasoepididymostomy (more complicated procedure done when the vasovasostomy fails, it is the attatchement of the vas deferens directly to the epididymis). If during the procedure the doctor finds any sperm you may ask for it to be frozen, in case the reversal doesn't work. Like any surgical procedures there are risks of bleeding, infection, inflammation, and nerve damage. Think about it carefully and most importantly talk to your doctor about it.
2016-04-01 03:58:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be a good idea to contact the doctor that performed the vasectomy reversal. Your partner should let the doctor know about his recovery and the lump he detected.
2007-06-26 02:22:06 · answer #3 · answered by wellness 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could just be scar tissue from the operation. There are small lumpps from the original vascectomy also, but sewing the tube back together, and being so soon after the operation, may make the lump bigger. He should check with his urologist. Besides, he probably needs to provide a specimen for a sperm count, so he knows if it worked or not.
Lots of caressing and kissing helps the pain go away. Treat him nice -- he did a big thing for you!
2007-06-25 08:44:26 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Go back to your doctor. It could be an infection or a cyst. Infections are very common with vasectomies or reversals.
2007-06-25 08:42:55 · answer #5 · answered by Nicky T 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
this could be a case of him reacting to the treatment, however it could also be a tumour or could be an infection. but its probably nothing to worry about until he gets an x-ray done.
most likely that its an infection from the vasectomy. he should go and get it checked out.
2007-06-25 08:50:57 · answer #6 · answered by choi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is painless, it is nothing to worry about. Only postpone sex for a few days more. Painful may be a collection of pus and needs doc's attention. Good luck!
2007-06-25 08:46:11 · answer #7 · answered by aWellWisher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should have waited atleast one month for sex.You have to see doctor again urgently.
2007-06-25 21:50:27 · answer #8 · answered by leowin1948 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ring NHS helpline- they are there for just such problems.
2007-06-25 08:43:28 · answer #9 · answered by the Phoenix 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
eww.....umm go and see a doctor dear dont make it public on yahoo answers!
how embarassing for him!
2007-06-26 03:26:35 · answer #10 · answered by ダニエル 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋